The Industry Outsider Archives: Reviews and Guides Since 2007

  • The so-called “Environmentalist”

    I’m sure most of you have read about a Texan by the name of David Knape by now. He’s the guy that considers himself…

  • Trackies rejoice! News from Cane Creek

    Cane Creek Renews Focus on Track Wheels Patented wheel design is ideal for demands of track racing. FLETCHER, N.C., Feb. 2, 2007 -Cane Creek…

  • Interview with Tony Ellsworth

    I recently had a chance to interview Tony Ellsworth, of Ellsworth Bikes. Besides building some truly great mountain bikes, he’s also got a beautiful…

  • A message from your LBS mechanic

    Ok, not exactly an interview, but a message from Pete, who may just be the wrench at your local bike shop. Although this was…

  • I’m no engineer, but…

    This things looks like a deathtrap with wheels. I’d love to see some comments from someone that’s actually ridden a Cruz Bike. Looks like…

  • Damn! Cyclists buy a lot of stuff, don’t we?

    I subscribe to all sorts of financial news magazines, and RSS feeds. So today I read about QBP’s (Quality Bicycle Products) new supply chain…

  • Helmet law for Salt Lake City – what a joke

    I choose to wear a helmet when I ride, but I’m pro-choice on this one. All adult cyclists should be able to make their…

  • RIP Brent Liles

    Brent Liles was struck and killed by a truck a few days ago, as he was entering a crosswalk on his bike. If the…

  • Never too cold to ride?

    Ok, maybe today was. Went for a little spin in the snow this morning. When the thermometer is reading 1 degree, and snow is…

  • CitraWipes, the portable hand cleaner

    Between my bikes, the neighbor’s kids bikes, and tacos from El Azteca, I’m always getting my hands into something greasy. And then I go…

  • Q&A With Jock Murray, Aussie racer and quiet inspiration

    When I lived in Australia, I rode with several guys I met on a bicycle forum. One of them was an unassuming rider by…

  • It’s about time

    Welcome! Today is the unofficial launch date of IndustryOutsider.com. My goal is to bring you thought-provoking and entertaining content from within the cycling industry,…