The Industry Outsider Archives: Reviews and Guides Since 2007

  • September is National Preparedness Month

    National Preparedness Month is a great time to make sure you are ready for an emergency’”at home or on the trail, UST has you…

  • Zenbivy Light Bed on Indiegogo

    Zenbivy got started a little over a year ago, and their sleep system interested me when it came out.  The Zenbivy Light Bed is…

  • LUBE YOUR CHAIN SKS chain oil

    LUBE YOUR CHAIN is a bicycle chain oil from SKS of Germany. To be clear, chain lube is one of those topics that some…

  • MPOWERED Luci Pro Outdoor 2.0 and Pro Lux

    MPOWERED created the Luci light back in 2012, and I tried my first ones a couple years ago.  I found the Luci light to…

  • Coast PX100 UV LED Flashlight

    At first, I wasn’t sure how to review the PX100 flashlight from Coast. After all, a UV LED flashlight isn’t the first thing I…

  • Manfrotto Noreg Camera Bag Collection

    We somehow missed this release from last month. So here are some slick looking new bags from Manfrotto. The versatility is sure to be…

  • Range Report: CZ Shadow 2

    Having been a CZ fan for 10+ years, buying the CZ Shadow 2 was an easy decision. Of course, even with a discount, it…

  • New This Year, GSI Outdoors Microlite Bottles

    I really like GSI Outdoors products because they are high quality and not that expensive.  The GSI Outdoors Microlite bottles are just that.  I‘ve…

  • Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Front Bike Rack

    One of the nicest accessories I’ve fitted to my Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Bedford is their Front Bike Rack. I’ve used a rear rack with…

  • Woolmark Performance Challenge – Finalists Announced

    Woolmark Performance Challenge announces 10 finalists for inaugural award along with global expansion The 10 finalists have been announced for the inaugural edition of…

  • Showers Pass hooks up with National Geographic

    Clearly, this is more than just a one-night-stand. They’re taking pre-orders now, with shipping expected to start on the first of September. National Geographic…

  • USA Shooting‘s 2020 Vision: Industry & Community-Wide Support

    On gun ranges across the country, athletes patiently execute shot after shot while chasing the same dream to represent their country and sport at…

  • Deluxe Locking 3 Bike Hitch Carrier from Allen Sports

    With their Deluxe Locking three bicycle hitch carrier, Allen Sports offers quality and convenience in a budget-friendly design. This two-bike carrier offers plenty of…

  • Opinel No. 08 Outdoor Knife

    Opinel No. 08 Outdoor Knife

    While not a “traditional” outdoor knife, the Opinel No. 08 Outdoor Knife is a quirky quality tool. Opinel then and now Joseph Opinel invented…

  • LEKI Spring 2019 Trekking Poles

    I‘m a big fan of trekking poles and I never go backpacking without mine.  People wouldn‘t describe me as having good balance, and heavy…

  • MSR Hubba Hubba NX tent review

    Laying in my MSR Hubba Hubba NX tent at the base of the Mount Timpanogos Summit trail earlier this year, I reflected on an…

  • Otterbox Symmetry for your Phone

    The Otterbox Symmetry is a welcome addition to an extensive inventory of highly protective phone cases. If you‘re like me, the name “Otterbox” likely evokes…

  • Garmin Oregon 750t Find Stuff and Do Much More

    Testing the Garmin Oregon 750t began late last winter so a review is overdue.  Testing went great and the Garmin performed great.  Finding a…

  • Henry U.S. Survival Pack AR-7 rifle kit

    You don’t have to be a prepper to appreciate the Henry Repeating Arms U.S. Survival Pack. Even though ammo prices haven’t come back down…

  • Pointe Studio and Injinji Introduce New Grip Sock Line

    Pointe Studio and Injinji are teaming up!  I enjoy Injinji sock liners while backpacking because they eliminate blisters for me. They have turned their…