Blinder MINI Niner
March 15, 2017
New products from Knog, our favorite Aussie global lighting and cycling accessories friends! The Blinder MINI Range includes 3 options: Dot (a single powerful LED), Niner (an array of 9 LEDs), and Chippy (Chips on Board technology giving a panel of light). We tested the Niner, and we’re happy to report that Knog has another winning light! […]
Slap Bag
March 15, 2017
All you need is one hand! Slap Bag, the Simple Little Accessory Pouch, is a novel carry-all for your bike that can be opened and closed with just one hand. Yes, that’s right, you no longer have to stop to unzip your backpack or fiddle with you seat/handlebar pack to get your gel pack, energy […]
Race Across America
March 15, 2017
Coming June 13, 2017. The World’s Toughest Bicycle Race. The Race Across America, or RAAM, is an iconic race in its 35th year that traverses the continent. The race start on the west coast in Oceanside, California and travels approximately 3000 miles to the east coast, finishing in Annapolis, Maryland. Here are some impressive stats: it crosses 12 […]
Lugz Flirt Hi Zip
March 14, 2017
These boot are made for walkin’! The Lugz Flirt Hi Zip easily marries fashion and practicality – just what the active TrailblazerGirl wants. A well-made construction with a sturdy heel and sole, make these mid height boots ideal for your urban explorations, light hiking forays, and travel getaways. Your feet will be comfy with the memory foam insoles and […]
Dr. Bronner’s Body Care Products
March 14, 2017
It’s no wonder that they are the top-selling natural soap maker in North America. We’re talking about Dr. Bronner’s, a family business that places a strong emphasis on providing socially and environmentally responsible products using only Certified Fair Trade and Organic ingredients. This is demonstrated by the company’s 6 mission principles: Work hard and grow, do right by customers, […]
Antigua Sailing Week 2017
March 14, 2017
Coming April 29, 2017. Escape to the beautiful, Caribbean island of Antigua for Antigua Sailing Week. This annual, world class yacht regatta, known as the “‘granddaddy’ of Caribbean sailing events” is celebrating its 50th anniversary. An average of 150-200 yachts with 1500 participants, compete in yachts ranging in size from 24 feet to over 100 feet […]
Kind Snacks
March 13, 2017
Be kind to yourself and the world…with KIND Snacks! With a large variety of over 65 bars, clusters, and snack bites, you’re sure to find your favorite (or favorites!). KIND has 9 snack lines that are all gluten free and made from the highest quality ingredients you can see and pronounce like crunchy nuts, chewy dried fruits, […]
‘Ohana Organics
March 13, 2017
Fresh off the farm! ‘Ohana Organics is a family-run business that grows all the certified, organic herbs and botanicals that are used in their amazing products. Their Shea Butter Creams have a nice thick texture and have enough power to tackle those wind-parched hands, rough elbows, and cracked heels (plus they smell amazing!). Their Face and Body […]
The Dirty Leprechaun 5K
March 13, 2017
Coming March 18, 2017. Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day by getting down and dirty! It’s The Dirty Leprechaun 5K, a fun, mud-filled obstacle race held at Lee Farms in Tualatin, Oregon, just south of Portland. Some of the 20+ obstacles to contend with include the Leaping Leprechauns, Teeter Totters, The Wiggle Workout, Mud-Pit Limbo, and Shoe Snatcher. […]
Lumos Helmet
March 10, 2017
Light up your head! The award winning, Lumos Helmet, is a smart helmet that is a must-have for urban commuters. It meets US and European safety standards and has 10 bright white LED lights in the front, 16 bright red LED lights in the rear, and 16 bright orange LED for turn signals. The battery […]
Safe Catch Tuna
March 10, 2017
Love tuna but worried about mercury? Then you need to try Safe Catch Tuna. The inventive folks at Safe Catch developed a special technology to quickly and accurately test the mercury level in every single tuna that they package. So if it makes into a can or pouch of Safe Catch, you know that you […]
Cycle Zydeco
March 10, 2017
Coming April 19, 2017. Described as a festival on wheels. It’s Cycle Zydeco, a four-day ride through southern Louisiana, home of delicious Cajun food, gators, swamps, music, and good times! The route is on paved roads that are mostly flat. It’s 5 days of parties and 4 days of cycling, covering an average of 40 miles per day and […]
North Coast Organics Deodorants
March 9, 2017
Only natural, edible ingredients. That’s it. The folks at North Coast Organics use minimal, organic ingredients to make their small batch deodorants. Just as important as what’s in these deodorants is what’s not in there. You won’t find any dairy, soy, egg, parabens, BPA, aluminum, or sulfates, and they are vegan and cruelty-free. We tested the […]
Beauty Barlour Wild Orange Body Mousse
March 9, 2017
It smells so good, you’ll be tempted to eat this with a spoon! The Wild Orange Body Mousse from the folks at Beauty Barlour is handmade in Canada and smells like a delicious, chocolate, orange dessert since it contains cold-pressed, wild orange essential oil and theobroma cocao (organically grown, unrefined cocoa butter). With a luxuriously silky texture, after […]
Margarita Madness 5K
March 9, 2017
Various dates and locations in 2017. Is it a race or a party? It’s both with the Margarita Madness 5K! The party/race begins after dark and is open to people with all levels of fitness. Expect a fun atmosphere along the course and once you cross the finish line, there will be a margarita waiting […]
Chirps
March 8, 2017
There’s a secret ingredient in these snacks. Can you guess what it is? It’s crickets! Yes, Chirps contains 1 cricket in every chip and 14 crickets in each cookie. Why crickets? Well, according to the ladies that created these creative snacks, “from the amount of land used to how efficiently they use their feed, insects are […]
Swede-O Thermal Plantar DR
March 8, 2017
Relief is in sight! The folks at Swede-O are well known for products that prevent and rehabilitate ankle related injuries, and thankfully, they also have some products for the treatment of Plantar Fasciitis. For those not familiar with Plantar Fasciitis, you’re very lucky, as this is a painful condition that is the result of inflammation of the thick […]
Keemala, Phuket, Thailand
March 8, 2017
An island paradise! Keemala in Phuket, Thailand has 39 distinctively designed villas that reflect four ancient lifestyles: Clay Pool Cottages reflect the earthiness of the Pa-Ta-Pea (Earth) Clan; Tent Pool Villas are inspired by the nomadic lives of the Khon-Jorn (Wanderer) Clan; 2-story Tree Pool Houses are inspired by the We-ha (Sky) Clan; and the opulent Bird’s Nest […]
SeaBear Smoked Salmon and Ready-to-Eat
March 7, 2017
Get your Omega-3’s! If you can’t make it out to catch your own fresh salmon, our friends at SeaBear have just what you need. Their delicious “Gold Seal” smoked wild salmon and Ready-to-Eat pouches of Wild King Smoked Salmon, Wild Sockeye Smoked Salmon, and Wild Pink Salmon will have you drooling. The bags are vacuum-sealed […]
Kiehl’s Pure Vitality Skin Renewing Cream
March 7, 2017
Mmmm honey…but this is honey for your face, not your morning biscuit! Our friends at Kiehl’s sent us their new product called Pure Vitality Skin Renewing Cream that uses two powerhouse traditional medicine ingredients: New Zealand Manuka honey and Korean red ginseng root. Honey has been used for centuries for medicinal purposes, and Manuka honey, produced in New […]
International Women’s Day
March 7, 2017
Coming March 8, 2017. Tomorrow is International Women’s Day – a time to celebrate and recognize the achievements of women around the world and to take action to make a more gender inclusive environment. This year’s theme is “Be Bold for Change”, and it logically builds on last year’s theme of gender parity. A wide variety of talks, […]
Divoom Timebox – Mini
March 6, 2017
Much more than a compact speaker! The Divoom Timebox – Mini is a smart music dynamo that has a multitude of features: Bluetooth speaker, custom alarm clock, temperature gauge, FM radio, social media notification, voice memo, customizable sleep aid mode, stop watch, scoreboard, and more. The free Timebox app, available for both iOS and Android devices, unlocks even more […]
MYTAGALONGS Lifestyle Accessories
March 6, 2017
They have it all! Our friends at MYTAGALONGS have an extensive selection of accessories that will meet all your organizational and practical needs from travel to fitness to first aid to fun! In the fitness category, we checked out their Armband Touch, a comfortable, touch compatable carrier that is big enough to fit most size phones. […]
Total Solar Eclipse
March 6, 2017
Coming August 21, 2017. A coast to coast event that doesn’t happen that often…it’s this year’s total solar eclipse! This is the first total solar eclipse in the continental United States in 38 years, and it starts in Salem, Oregon around 10:15am (PDT) and exits on the east coast near Charleston, South Carolina around 2:40pm […]