The Industry Outsider Archives: Reviews and Guides Since 2007

  • Interesting Read for Cyclists: Bike Mechanic

    New Book Bike Mechanic Explores Professional Cycling’s Service Course, Tools, and Workshops Boulder, CO, USA – November, 2014 – Bike Mechanic is an all-access…

  • Oveja Negra Gearjammer Seat Bag

    Oveja Negra, which translates as black sheep, is a bikepacking bag company from Salida, Colorado. The name is meant as a reference to those…

  • Casio Pro Trek Triple Sensor Watch

    The Casio PRO TREK series got an upgrade in the form of a new sensor engine. If you or someone you knows spends time…

  • Going Polar At Work

    Earlier this year, Polar sent us a few of their insulated 24oz bottles, in some of the new colors options. Rather than just write about them…

  • Luci Lux Lights Up My World

    There‘s a new wave of LED lighting that‘s sweeping the outdoor industry, one of which is the Luci Lux. This inflatable solar lantern made by…

  • Stanley Mountain Coffee System

    Stanley has a new Mountain Coffee System for that coffee-loving outdoor enthusiast on your shopping list this year. And knowing how much we love a…

  • Coast A8R Rechargeable Penlight

    The A8R rechargeable penlight from Coast is yet another reminder that you can never have too many flashlights. We could all use a high power…

  • KEEN Durand Mid WP Hiking Boot

    Keen recently sent me a pair of their new women‘s boot, the Durand Mid WP.  The day after the boots were delivered, I had…

  • Gerber GDC Money Clip

    The Gerber GDC Money Clip is not your run of the mill way to hold your cash and credit cards. Gerber has found a…

  • WiseCracker Bottle Openers – Stocking Stuffer Alert!

    With the holiday season arriving ever so soon, we like to help out our fellow outdoor enthusiasts with gift ideas by sharing items that we…

  • Barefooters In The News

    TORONTO, Canada, October, 2014- Barefooters, a nouveau comfort shoe company announced recently that it is teaming up with C.C. Sabathia’s The PitCCh In Foundation…

  • Limar Velov Cycling Helmet

    Limar Re-Imagines the Urban Cycling Helmet with the Stylish, Removable Panel Velov OXNARD, Calif. Limar has turned urban cycling helmet design on its head…

  • Eating to Suffer: A Nutrition Guide from The Sufferfest

    It’s no secret we here at Industry Outsider love The Sufferfest training videos.  The announcement of a nutrition guide from them has definitely piqued…

  • OontZ XL by Cambridge Soundworks

    Cambridge Soundworks sticks it to the man once again. The OontZ XL enters a market dominated by portable speakers with a much higher price tag.…

  • Allett (Crazy Thin) Wallets

    At Outdoor Retailer this past August, I was able to meet the people behind Allett, and talk with them about their ultra thin wallets. These made…

  • Interview With Lisa Janssen Of Goal Zero

    Lisa Janssen, the Public Relations Manager for Goal Zero, agreed to an interview to talk about the company‘s growth, recent acquisition by NRG, and…

  • Gran Fondo Italia – in Georgia

    Italian Cyclist Claudio Chiappucci Hosts Inaugural “Gran Fondo Italia” Cycling Event In Roswell ATLANTA -October 20, 2014 -The City of Roswell, Georgia in partnership with the Southern…

  • Sock Guy Socks – Something for Everyone

    Sock Guy is in the business of producing one of life‘s luxuries for me. A great pair of socks feels so good on the…

  • ProGear™Elite Luggage From Pelican

    For years, people have counted on Pelican cases to protect their gear. Whether that meant expensive cameras, delicate tools, life-saving medical equipment, or valuable…

  • Freewaters Mint – Tasty Shoes

    Recently, Mrs. Outsider was provided with a pair of Freewaters Mint shoes for review. This vegan shoe is made from canvas for light weight,…