Staff Picks From Our Branford Manager, Geoff!

by TonyDasilva March 16, 2011 Gear Guide
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This week, we are featuring a few products our Branford store manager, Geoff, has picked out specifically. Take his advice, as he picks the gear that you might want to pick up for this week and spring ahead. Patagonia Naked Maui Moc in Natural -  $79.99 (right) The Patagonia Naked Maui Moc for women in Natural is [...]

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Barefoot Runner Review: Merrell’s Trail Glove

by TonyDasilva March 11, 2011 Barefoot Running
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In the past few weeks, I’ve been testing out Merrell’s new barefoot runner, the Training Glove. This review is not only a review of the shoe itself, but a conversation on my gateway into the newer style of running that’s sweeping the masses: barefoot running. No, I’m not an expert on the subject. That’s why [...]

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Marmot’s 1970′s Catalogue : A Look Back

by TonyDasilva March 1, 2011 Gear Guide
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Sure, times have changed, but it doesn’t mean we can’t take a look back with a smile. So, take a look back to the 70′s and reminisce at the content and art style of one of our favorite brands: Marmot. – Tony    The Muff option was discontinued for some reason (seen above left corner). [...]

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Nutty Product of the Week: The Backcountry Snuggy

by TonyDasilva February 25, 2011 Gear Guide
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Put aside how funny this snuggy looks, or how silly this grown man looks inside of it for a moment.  Instead, let your thoughts drift toward the comfort and pure blissful night your limbs will have or not have, engrossed in its wrath. And all this while having your arms free to move this way and that? Who [...]

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The North Face Men’s Etip Glove: Touch Screen Friendly!

by TonyDasilva January 5, 2011 Gear Guide
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I hate my gloves most of the time in these winter months. I can’t use my iPhone or any other type of touch screen product that has now become an hourly operation for me in this century. That’s why when I saw we just recieved the The North Face Men’s Etip Glove‘s back in stock, [...]

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New VibramFiveFingers Styles Coming This February

by TonyDasilva December 21, 2010 Gear Reviews
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This February, Trailblazer is proud to announce the new Vibram 2011 styles. Check out the pics below, along with the new and improved structures added to freshen and strengthen an already tight assortment. – Tony Vibram FiveFingers Bikila LS Now the Vibram FiveFingers Bikila LS offers a closed speed lace structure to hold a wider [...]

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Branford Trailblazer’s Staff Holiday Picks

by TonyDasilva December 14, 2010 Gear Reviews
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Take a look at some of Branford Trailblazer’s staff holiday picks for this shopping season. All items are available at our Branford store. You can find them below, but please note they are just pictures of the items. Please don’t try to grab them in excitement through your monitor. We are not responsible for injuries [...]

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CT Local: Mike Franzman’s 2010 Holiday Gift Guide

by TonyDasilva December 8, 2010 Gear Guide
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Mike Franzman has been a pretty steady inclusion here at The Hub the past few weeks. I’ve donned him with the hefty title of Animal Whisperer of Connecticut; and for good reason. Check out Mike’s animal whispering first hand: CT Squirrel Rescue: Facebookers Team Up For Freedom and Animal Rescue 2: Mike’s Mouse Makes It After [...]

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A Bottle That’s Good For the Environment and You?

by TonyDasilva November 9, 2010 Gear Guide
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Most of us have awakened to the importance of recycling, but to what extent? Let’s take a further step towards getting rid of that garbage island in the ocean and get on task. – Tony The craftsmanship and the details of this bottle are beautiful. It looks so nice that I am afraid to use [...]

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Cold Weather Gear: What To Wear

by Trailblazer November 7, 2010 Gear Guide
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By: Caitlin Thayer The cool weather is setting in and I am waiting for the day when it’s too cold to want to step out the door and go for a run. I ran a 5k a couple of weekends ago and it was a beautiful day for running, but that first chill had hit [...]

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Map Uncharted Territory with New iPhone App–GPS Tuner

by TonyDasilva October 20, 2010 Gear Reviews
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Do you take your iPhone everywhere?  If not, you just might start–thanks to the brand-new iPhone app, GPS Tuner. The GPS Tuner is an iPhone-specific app that serves as interactive map for adventurous spirits. It automatically and accurately plans the best off-route path in almost any given area. By going where no map has gone before, [...]

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Sunday Staff Picks: Gearing up for Winter

by Trailblazer October 3, 2010 Sunday Staff Picks
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Embracing the cold means having all the gear you need to stay bundled up and warm…here are a some pieces our staff considers “must haves” as they start gearing up for the Winter months: The North Face Women’s Denali Jacket “The classic Denali fleece jacket that provides comfort and warmth in cool to cold weather [...]

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Sunday Staff Picks: Start Thinking Chill

by Trailblazer September 26, 2010 Sunday Staff Picks
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With the temps steadily dropping, and our minds starting to wander toward the Winter months, it’s officially time to start thinking about gearing up for the big chill.  Our staff has picked out some faves that will keep you warm & comfy, whether you’re inside or outside… Patagonia Guide Jacket “This wonderful piece combines stretchy [...]

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What is Rab Clothing and Who is Rab Carrington?

by Trailblazer September 22, 2010 Product Introductions

When Rab Carrington started making sleeping bags in Patagonia over 30 years ago, he did so to pass time and earn a few bob while he was waiting for customs to release his climbing kit. A talented climber, Rab spent much of the 1970′s on ground breaking expeditions around the world and in doing so [...]

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Sunday Staff Picks: Transition Time!

by Trailblazer September 19, 2010 Sunday Staff Picks
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It’s that time of year again when you’re not quite sure whether the temps will be high or low from AM to PM…that transition time that requires we layer to ensure we can adjust as the day passes.  Here are some of our staff picks that will help you do just that: Patagonia Better Sweater [...]

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Sunday Staff Picks: Celebrate the Start of the Fall Season

by Trailblazer September 12, 2010 Sunday Staff Picks
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Now that an awesome Summer is officially behind us (insert moment of silence here), it’s time to celebrate the start of the Fall season by letting our staff give you some Sunday Staff Picks from the great new product arriving in stores right now. With the turning of the leaves comes the hint of a [...]

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Sneak Peek at the Hottest New Outdoor Gear

by Kristel Hayes September 9, 2010 Product Introductions
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Hot from the Outdoor Retailer Market Floor (July 2010), we have a sneak peek at some of the hottest new products coming to market in the next several months, thanks to Michael Hodgson of SNEWS TV. Day 1 highlights: Mammut Smart Alpine Belay Device Petzl Core Rechargeable Battery System (for your headlamp) Stanley Nineteen 13 [...]

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