The Industry Outsider Archives: Reviews and Guides Since 2007

  • ShieldSAK From Loksak

    If your next outdoor adventure takes you across country, or around the world, the ShieldSAK should be on your list of things to pack.…

  • Jake ID – Personalized Gear ID Products

    Here’s another stocking stuffer idea from Jake ID. They offer personalized gifts that are inexpensive, durable, and perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, as well as…

  • Cold Weather Wear, Part 3

    Even here in the mid-South, some serious cold is already moving in.  There have been several mornings, and even some afternoons, where it‘s just…

  • New Products From RideOut Technologies

    RideOut Technologies is proud to unveil the Storm Quest Saddle.  The Storm Quest is the first bicycle seat optimized for the tactical needs of…

  • Zoic Ether Shorts Review

    Zoic’s best-selling Ether is a full-featured, do-anything MTB short. On the feature side, that means you’ll find their detachable Assault Liner, a generous selection…

  • Sierra Designs Revival 65 Backpack – Time To Get Organized

    Between trade shows and local outdoor retailers, I’ve looked at and tried on a lot of backpacks this year. One of those that caught…

  • Behold, The Power Of The Sun! Coast HP21 Flashlight

    Coast’s new HP21 is unlike any other hand-held light we’ve seen.  With 1317 lumens of output, based on ANSI FL1 standards, the HP21 is…

  • Cablz Eyewear Retention

    Ever been out for a run or a ride, and had your glasses slip off your head? Amazing how they can land right under…

  • Dr. Allen Lim and Chef Biju Thomas Release Cookbook for Endurance Athletes

    The Feed Zone Cookbook Isn’t How the Pros Eat–It’s Much Better When Dr. Allen Lim left the lab to work with pro cyclists like…

  • Is That A Sock In Your Stocking?

    Looking for a great gift, or really thoughtful stocking stuffer? If you’ve got a skier or snowboarder on your list, check out Lorpen skiing…

  • Detours D2R Large Pannier Set Review

    These Detours D2R panniers measure 12.5 x 8 x 15 and have a total volume of 2,125 cubic inches. They’re designed for mounting on…

  • Crescent Moon Snowshoes From Boulder, Colorado

    When purchasing a product made overseas, consideration should be given to the overall impact on people and the environment. Even if a factory has…

  • New Balance Minimus Trail Shoe Review

    Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, I lost the joy of running. Riding my bicycle, getting a driver’s license, and joining the workforce probably all…

  • Comfy Digits Even in Single Digits (The Ice Man Cometh)

    It seems that sometimes when assembling a winter riding wardrobe, we concentrate on jackets, jerseys, and tights, with extremities being an afterthought.  But research…

  • SPOT – Be Prepared For Your Next Adventure

    SPOT uses 100% satellite technology to track your location from just about anywhere on earth, providing a means for outbound communications in places lacking…

  • Aero Tech Designs Bib Shorts Review

    Part of growing up is sometimes facing the reality that certain beliefs and understandings you have about the world are false.  Looking back, I…

  • Bearpaws For Him And Her

    Last month, we brought you a preview of some new boots from Bearpaw, and this month we’re doing a more in-depth article on one…

  • Elemental Herbs – Good For You, Good For The Earth

    We’re partial to companies that truly go out of their way to produce products that are as good for people as they are for…

  • Cobra Tire Tool – “So Easy, Even A Girl Can Do It”

    That’s not a sexist comment, that’s a quote from a girl extolling the primary virtue of the Cobra Tire Tool. This guy popped up…

  • Bushnell Backtrack GPS D-Tour Review

    In keeping with our theme of cool gear that would also make a great gift, we’re presenting a review of Bushnell’s D-Tour GPS unit,…