The Industry Outsider Archives: Reviews and Guides Since 2007

  • HexFlex Multi-Tool On Kickstarter

    While I was browsing Kickstarter the other day, I came across the HexFlex multi-tool, and was struck by the cool yet simple design. This…

  • Food Fire Filter 72 Hour Kit

    On paper, it seemed like the ideal review opportunity – for three days, I would prepare all my meals using only the contents of…

  • Have You Considered Internal Gearing?

    Since we’re trying to devote Friday as the official Commute By Bike! day, we’re running articles of interest to commuters. IGH or Internal Gear…

  • Zippo 4-in-1 Woodsman

    Yes, today is Halloween, and in a nod to the movie franchise, rather than the holiday, we’re reviewing the Zippo 4-in-1 Woodsman. It’s an…

  • Stinger Insect Zapper Lantern

    It’s easy to expand your comfort zone outdoors with the Stinger Insect Zapper Lantern. This portable bug zapper contains a rechargeable battery that offers…

  • Gerber Tech Skin Pocket Knife

    Part of the Gerber Daily Carry (GDC) line, the Gerber Tech Skin Pocket Knife is designed for everyday use, but with a design that…

  • Brenthaven Pacific Backpack

    Although the full product name is the Brenthaven Pacific Backpack for MacBook, we figured it couldn’t hurt to review one, even though we didn’t…

  • Gaerne Carbon G.Air Road Shoes: Comfort Is King

    When discussing the Gaerne Carbon G.Air shoes, I have to break with what is the norm when it comes to reviewing road bikes and…

  • Enduracool Instant Cooling Mesh Towel

    Cleaning out my backpack the other day, I found my Enduracool Instant Cooling Mesh Towel. Oops. I received this for review back around early…

  • Ledge Pants On Kickstarter

    Peter Kirk, of Ledge Pants, who currently has a campaign going on Kickstarter, certainly knew how to get my attention. His pitch is pants…

  • HeadSweats Long Bill Hat

    The Headsweats Long Bill hat being reviewed here is from is a company which offers technically advanced head gear for outdoor activities. Alan Romick…

  • Ahnu Sugarpine Waterproof Low Hiker

    Function and fashion in a light hiker? That’s the Ahnu Sugarpine. Waterproof plus plenty of traction in a comfortable shoe that looks as good…

  • KASK K.50 MTB Helmet

    When I first tried on the KASK K.50 MTB helmet, I couldn’t help but think it was like a glove for my head. By…

  • Reading The Race

    Racing Veterans Chris Horner and Jamie Smith Teach Bike Racing Strategy in Reading the Race Boulder, CO, USA – October, 2013 – In Reading…

  • DeskCycle – Ride At Your Desk

    If we could go back in time and show a DeskCycle to someone living before the computer age, they‘d probably think it was quite…

  • Zippo Rugged Lantern

    While at Outdoor Retailer earlier this year, we stopped by the Zippo Outdoor booth, and one of the products that caught our eye was…

  • Polar Bottle® Partners With Boulder’s Dairy Center For The Art, Launches First-Ever Children’s Water Bottle Design Contest

    Boulder, CO ‘” Polar Bottle® is excited to announce that it recently signed on as a sponsor for the Dairy Center for the Art‘s Bike…

  • Light Up The Night With The Serfas TSL-550 Headlight

    Yogi Berra once said “You‘ve got to be careful if you don‘t know where you‘re going, because you might not get there.”  With the Serfas…

  • Forsake Hiker – Outdoors In Style

    The Forsake Hiker is a new hiking boot that wasn’t designed by a stuffy boardroom full of old people that had to answer to…

  • Kelty Folding Cooler

    Hybrid technology usually applies to cars, but the Kelty Folding Cooler is a hybrid for outdoors enthusiasts. In addition to keeping food and beverages…