The Industry Outsider Archives: Reviews and Guides Since 2007

  • Nitro World Games: Progression

    If there’s one word I heard thrown around more than any other during the Nitro World Games, it was “progression”. Years from now, if you…

  • Final Field Set For Nitro World Games

    Bold Reinvention of Action Sports Competition Airs During NBC Primetime July 16 from Rice-Eccles Stadium  SALT LAKE CITY -July 15, 2016 – Qualifying rounds…

  • Peak Design’s CaptureLENS

    If you’re a photographer that needs to switch lenses on the go, the CaptureLENS from Peak Design will make your work that much easier.…

  • HydraPak Partners with Katadyn®

              HydraPak Partners with Katadyn® to Launch BeFree™Water Filtration System Collaboration Offers Ultralight Microfilter and Soft Flask Combo (OAKLAND, CA) -HydraPak® -the creator of innovative…

  • Thermarest Slacker Rain Fly

    The Thermarest Slacker Rain Fly provides protection from the weather for you and your gear.  The Slacker Rain Fly is basically a stretched out,…

  • Flowfold Vanguard Limited Billfold Wallet

    Once you check out the Vanguard Limited wallet from Flowfold, you won’t want any other wallet in your pocket. It weighs so little, it floats.…

  • VSSL Supplies Survival Flashlight

    It‘s been said that great things come in small packages, and VSSL Gear doesn‘t disappoint with the Supplies Survival Flashlight. I was able to…

  • A Few Words About Freedom

    For most of us, once you get past the fireworks, BBQs, and American flag t-shirts, today is about freedom. And not just freedom to…

  • Spitting In The Soup

    New Book, Spitting in the Soup, Explores the History of Sports Doping and Shines Light on Doping in Olympic Sports  Sports journalist Mark Johnson…

  • Altra Lone Peak NeoShell Shoe

    The Altra Lone Peak NeoShell running shoe is a new offering from this great company. About 4 years ago I started running, and was…

  • Sierra Designs Elite Cagoule and Rain Chaps

    Both the Sierra Designs Elite Cagoule and Rain Chaps have been designed to not only keep the rain off but also to keep your…

  • Gevenalle CX-Specific Jockey Pulleys

      Advanced Racing Products Built to Withstand Abuse Portland, OR – June, 2016 – Gevenalle recently announced the introduction of their cross-specific derailleur pulley set. The set…

  • More New Racks From RockyMounts

    RockyMounts Introduces New Versatile SplitRail Hitch Mount Rack   Two-bike rack is lightweight and expandable with single bike add-ons   BOULDER, Colo. – June,…

  • Kora Shola 230 Esker Hat

    The Kora Shola 230 Esker hat arrived at my doorstep a few weeks ago.  My first impressions of this beanie style hat were good…

  • Platypus Tokul XC 8.0 by Cascade Designs

    There are hydration packs, and then there are Playtpus hydration packs. I‘ve recently had the privilege of testing Cascade Design’s Playtypus Tokul XC 8.0…

  • SlingFin Has Partnered With Wefunder

    SlingFin, a manufacturer of tents and outdoor gear, was founded by folks who have been in the industry for a long time.  Last year,…

  • AVEX 3Sixty Pour Thermal Bottle

    The AVEX 3Sixty Pour Thermal Bottle continues our theme of “no ties” for Father’s Day. Available in 24 and 40 ounce sizes, these double wall…

  • Boker Plus Credit Card Knife

    We figured the Boker Plus Credit Card Knife was a good choice fit this month, with Father’s Day not far off. Although I love coffee, there…

  • Thermarest Slacker Hammocks and Suspenders

    The Thermarest Slacker Single Hammock and Slacker Suspenders Hanging Kit have been around for a while.  The hammock related gear now includes the Slacker…

  • Mechanix M-Pact Gloves

    When someone mentions Mechanix M-Pact gloves, my first thoughts are garage use. However, these gloves have proven to be incredibly versatile. I am familiar…