Brian

Owner/Editor of Industryoutsider.com, outdoor enthusiast, photographer, animal lover, and collector of gadgets, cameras, knives, and firearms. Recreational shooter, and 2A supporter. A former competitive cyclist, I'm all about promoting bicycles as a transportation alternative. Life's too short to take things to seriously. Have fun. A bad day outdoors beats a good day at the office every time.

Stargazer 8.0 Backpack From Outdoor Products

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Since 1973, Outdoor Products has contributed to the growth and enjoyment of the outdoor industry by offering gear such as their Stargazer 8.0 backpack, that’s rugged and affordable, making the entry into camping a little easier on the wallet, without having to compromise on quality. They recently sent us one of these backpacks to review, … Read more

Eton BoostTurbine 4000

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A dead phone is nothing more than an expensive paperweight. If you’ve ever been there, then the portable chargers from Eton should be of interest to you. Previously, we reviewed the BoostBloc, which is great for topping your phone up on the go. But there are times you need more juice, or more than one … Read more

In His New Book At Speed, Mark Cavendish Joins Cycling’s Legendary Sprinters

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Boulder, CO, USA – December 16, 2013 – The world’s fastest cycling sprinter, Mark Cavendish, has written a second book At Speed: My Life in the Fast Lane. The book is now available in bookstores, bike shops, and online. Read the first chapter at www.velopress.com/cav. Written off as “fat” and “useless” in his youth, Mark … Read more

Trident Kraken A.M.S. Case And Handlebar Mount

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To me, a phone is just a tool. But considering how much we rely on that tool, I like to protect mine. My last phone had a Trident case which added some bulk, but also offered plenty of protection, regardless of the activity I was engaged in. When I saw that Trident Kraken cases could … Read more

The ORP Smart Horn Teaser

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We recently got tipped off about the pending arrival date of the ORP, which is the first bicycle light to offer an integrated horn with a handlebar-mounted headlight. It’s got a loud, but fairly pleasant sounding horn for the “on your left” moments, and then a much louder, and somewhat annoying “hey, I’m riding here!” … Read more