The Industry Outsider Archives: Reviews and Guides Since 2007

  • The Extrawheel: A Trailer for the Trail

    I acquired the Extrawheel Bike Trailer out of both apprehension and necessity. I had read conflicting reports about the availability of water on the…

  • Fjällräven High Coast Wind Anorak

    The Fjällräven High Coast Wind Anorak ($180) is a packable lightweight wind- and water-resistant anorak-style jacket. But first thing’s first. You have to know…

  • The Pedco UltraPod Grip Tripod

    The Pedco UltraPod Grip is a new tripod in the UltraPod lineup. The UltraPod Grip weighs 3.2 ounces, is pretty compact, and can deliver…

  • Wing Lights

    “All bets are off” is one of my favorite lines from a favorite movie of mine, “Snatch.”  The same can be said for our…

  • Vargo Titanium Bot

    The Titanium Bot from Vargo is both a water bottle and a pot for your cooking needs. If you want to save a little weight…

  • SockGuy Turbowool Socks – Fun for your Feet

    SockGuy may be the exception to the rule of no one brand having everything we could want in a sock. Their Turbowool socks have all…

  • Think Tank Airport Accelerator

    From its name, you could guess that the Think Tank Airport Accelerator is designed to get your photo gear through the airport quickly and…

  • BugBand: DEET-Free Protection

    BugBand is one of the most important things you can bring with you when heading outdoors. It’s right up there with water, food, sunblock, and…

  • Prestaratchet Multi-Tool

    Prestacycle LLC was kind enough to let me test out a new product of theirs called the Prestaratchet Multi-Tool. Some readers of this site may recall our…

  • Sugarpine Air Mesh Hikers

    When we asked my daughter what kind of boots we should get her for our trip to Alaska, she mentioned the Sugarpine Air Mesh from…

  • Duffelsafe AT120 – That’s How I Roll

    The Pacsafe Duffelsafe AT120 is a durable 120 liter duffel bag with wheels, built with the more adventurous traveler in mind. Having done a fair…

  • Jetboil Flash Lite Stove – Less is More

    Want to save a few grams with your camping gear? There are plenty of ways to go lighter, but a lot of them make…

  • Injinji Toesocks Outdoor 2.0 and Liners

    Injinji Toesocks are those crazy socks that look like gloves made for your feet. Toe socks always seemed like a novelty to me and…

  • Sprongs on Kickstarter

    “‘Sprongs’ are utensils for those who like to cook and eat outdoors. Spoon, Fork, and Tongs, conveniently together at last.” That’s taken off the…

  • Cotopaxi Nepal 65L Backpack

    There’s a lot to like about the Nepal backpack, as well as Cotopaxi, the company that makes it. This durable 65 liter pack is…

  • Outdoor Retailer Summer Market Recap

    I haven’t been very good at these recaps, as I always forget something, or I mention a company that we never seem to be…

  • Sierra Designs Flashlight UL 1

    My Sierra Designs Flashlight UL 1 arrived at Christmas last year. Somehow, my family knew just what I wanted. I didn‘t drop any hints or anything,…

  • Wildwood Adventures

    Skyler and Maria Lanning have a lust for life and are true outdoor ambassadors. Not satisfied by the corporate world, they sold just about…

  • Drink Safely With The CamelBak All Clear

    It’s possible that the All Clear is the most unique product offered by CamelBak. Does any other water bottle have a USB port, battery,…

  • AKU Arriba II GTX – Go Hike!

    My new go-to light hiking shoe is the Arriba II GTX from AKU. As more and more of my spare time is taken up…