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.

GoLite Jam 35L Pack

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Recently I started shopping for day packs and was blown away by the average price. My argument is this: why would anyone would spend $120 on a day pack when at that price you are already over halfway to a pack big enough for an overnight trip? Here‘s my evidence: the GoLite Jam 35. Retail … Read more

Sanuk Snowfox Chill And Pick Pocket Chill

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Combine the footbed of your favorite rubber sandals with a soft upper that’s lined with faux fur, and you’ve got the Sanuk Snowfox Chill slip-ons. I has Mrs. Outsider test a charcoal pair in women’s size 8 as the weather turned cold, and she shared her thoughts on them after about a month spent running … Read more

Pro Cyclist Tom Danielson’s New Book Helps Cyclists Build Core Strength

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Boulder, CO, USA – January, 2012 – Professional cyclist Tom Danielson used to have a bad back. He shifted in the saddle, never comfortable, often in pain. When doing crunches made matters worse, he turned to personal trainer Allison Westfahl for a new approach. Danielson and Westfahl developed all-new exercises to build core strength specifically … Read more

ColdPruf® Takes Commitment to Environment a Step Further

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We’ve been following ColdPruf since we first saw them at Outdoor Retailer Winter Market last January. Produced in the United States with recycled materials and respect for the environment, their products are also priced very competitively, all of which should appeal to our readership. With local daytime temperatures dipping below the zero mark lately (should … Read more

Kurt Kinetic Rock And Roll Review

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As the weather turns colder, you’ll find conversations on the cycling forums about how to maintain fitness when the weather doesn’t cooperate. The gym is fine, as are spin classes, but most cyclists want to ride their own bike. An indoor trainer is a good choice for the majority of those riders, and the folks … Read more