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Trailblazer and Devil’s Gear Come Together in New Haven

by TonyDasilva on May 3, 2012

We teamed up with our friends over at Devil’s Gear this week and showcased some of our favorite gear along with some fun slacklining many of you enjoyed. - Tony

Check out some pics from our afternoon together below.

Dave was our resident slackline pro. His favorite color is Razzmatazz.

Laura is an average slackliner. Sorry Laura...

Have you read all of these books? Can I have an ice cream instead of fruit? Do you like ice cream? Who's turn is it?

Remember "no cutting" and "no headsies"?

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Trailblazer’s Coat Drive and Launch Party (11/17)

by TonyDasilva November 17, 2011 Events

Trailblazer’s 4th Annual Coat Drive is kicking off this year in our Branford store with a fun party where some delicious refreshments will be served. Join us and help to kick off this great cause on Thursday, November 17, from 6-8pm. The Coat Drive extends from November 17, until the 27th, in all of our store [...]

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What is GORE-TEX Really?

by TonyDasilva October 27, 2011 Climb

Yeah, sure, we’ve all heard of Gore-Tex and what it’s supposed to do, but how does it work? Well, after some research, let me just say it’s complicated. Below are some clips I’ve brought in to try and put some perspective and further info on the subject. And if all else fails, hey, George Castanza likes it! – Tony

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Gear Guide: The Merrell Trail Glove

by TonyDasilva September 1, 2011 Barefoot Running

Check out the new Merrell barefoot collection! These low profile shoes allow you to strengthen, stimulate and realign your body naturally. The Merrell Barefoot Trail Glove for Men combines a Vibram® sole, an ultra-lightweight upper and synthetic leather foot sling that fits like a glove. Merrell Trail Glove Olive – Men’s Price: $110.00 Merrell [...]

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Charlie Kelly’s Upcoming Epic Summer

by Trailblazer June 21, 2011 Climb

If the way this summer started off is any indication of how it will play out, the only word that will be able to describe it is epic. Okay, I know—this word is way, way, overused. It does not describe that time you took your fastest loop around your block, or the time you went [...]

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Trailblazer and Vibram at the CFPA Gear Expo

by TonyDasilva May 4, 2011 Barefoot Running

Jon Vinet and Trailblazer were part of the CFPA Outdoor Gear Expo & Silent Auction last week, at Wesleyan University. Jon took the time to hold a clinic and introduce Vibram FiveFingers to people that hadn’t seen them before. Can you imagine?! So, take a look at our day and the clinic Jon held below. – Tony Jon [...]

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Gear School: How To Find Fix Or Maintain The Things That Keep You Playing Outside

by Trailblazer July 22, 2010 Hike

We recently stumbled on a Gear School video series, created by Backpacker Magazine in 2007, that pretty much walk you through how to find, fix, or maintain, the things that keep you playing outside. These videos are so helpful, we’ve used them to start a special Gear School Playlist on our YouTube channel. We’ve placed [...]

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Gear Up for Your Next Outdoor Adventure on the New & Improved Trailblazer Website

by Trailblazer July 7, 2010 Events

We are proud to announce the launch of the new and improved Trailblazer Website! Our goal was to provide a new, and much more personalized shopping experience while you gear up for your next outdoor adventure. We’ve been dying to do this for a long time, and have worked really hard to make sure it’s [...]