The Industry Outsider Archives: Reviews and Guides Since 2007

  • Have warm, cozy feet with Freewaters this winter

    Just in time for the winter season, Freewaters is offering their Nia (for her) and Walden (for him) house slippers. If you like the…

  • Moji Heated Roller on Kickstarter

    Moji has been around since 2007 and they make some great pain relief and recovery products.  These guys have put together foam roller and…

  • Popsockets – a Phone’s Best Friend

    Like many people, I almost didn’t give the Popsocket a second look the first time I encountered one. That flat plastic disc on the back…

  • CRKT VIVA Multi-Tool Review: Compact EDC Pocket Tool

    CRKT VIVA Multi-Tool Review: Compact EDC Pocket Tool

    Stocking stuffer alert: the VIVA Multi-Tool from CRKT makes a great gift for just about anyone on your list. CRKT stands for Columbia River…

  • Coast FL75 Headlamp Review

    Flashlights are handy (and make great gifts), but the Coast FL75 headlamp is a better choice for many tasks. Think of every time you’ve…

  • RAM Mounts, for everything

    When trying to explain RAM Mounts to a friend, I finally hit on the perfect explanation. They’re for when you want to mount anything…

  • 10″ Hard Anodized Dutch Oven from GSI Outdoors

    My wife was thrilled to review the 10″ Hard Anodized Dutch Oven from GSI Outdoors. She loves dutch oven cooking, but not the weight…

  • Injinji Toesocks Fight Blisters with Style

    Toe socks may seem like a novelty but I‘ve found that them to be quite a bit more.  I began to realize that these…

  • Serfas Gale 10 and Subpolar winter gloves

    Both the Gale 10 and Subpolar winter gloves would make a great gift for cyclists this winter. They’re warm, waterproof, and work with your…

  • CRKT Amicus knife, designed by Jesper Voxnaes

    When I first handled the Amicus™from CRKT®, I was surprised by the heft. With a weight of 6.7 ounces, it’s no lightweight. But once…

  • Hooded Travel Pillow from Grand Trunk

    Grand Trunk’s Hooded Travel Pillow has been a lifesaver for my wife. And it’s not just that we travel a lot. Last year, she…

  • The UCO Madrona Hang Out Lantern

    I enjoy luxuries on car camping and floating trips.  Backpacking has its own challenges and kind of fun, but some luxury camping is nice…

  • Burley goes fat with 16+ Wheel Kit

    Burley, one of the most trusted names in bicycle trailers, has added a fat tire kit to its line. For almost 40 years, we’ve…

  • Coast DX190 Pro Razor Knife

    Now is the perfect time to get yourself the DX190 Pro Razor Knife from Coast. Because this holiday season, you’ll no doubt be opening…

  • GSI Outdoors Pinnacle Dualist Complete Review

    When space is at a premium and versatility is key, GSI Outdoors has you covered with the Pinnacle Dualist Complete. This kit features everything…

  • Klymit Pillow X Large – rest your weary head

    I need a nice pillow when sleeping outdoors.  Some folks make do with extra clothes inside a stuff sack, but I take a pillow. …

  • Go ahead, get yourself a Ferrari this year

    Yes, it’s true, you can now own a Ferrari folding bike, from Downtube. It’s the first officially licensed folding bike to bear this iconic…

  • Avex Capacitor Stainless 64 oz Growler

    After going over my notes for the 64 oz Growler from Avex, I did a quick Google search. I’ll do this sometimes, just to see…

  • DigiPower Re-Fuel GoPro Battery Review

    Nothing is more frustrating to this GoPro owner than finding a great photo or video op only to find out that the battery is…

  • Trekz Titanium Bluetooth Open Ear Headphones

    Aftershokz offers their Trekz Titanium stereo Bluetooth headphones as a safer alternative to traditional headphones or earbuds. Rather than cover your ears, or go…