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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.

The Early Bird Gets The Worm

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The Swedish FireSteel®, available from Industrial Revolution, was originally developed for the Swedish Department of Defense, but now anyone can own one these fine products, including the FireSteel 2.0® Scout pictured below. The striker has a built-in whistle, and the steel and lanyard are available in several colors. Stows anywhere, and can produce a 3,000°C … Read more

Pakajak From Endura

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Endura makes some great cycling clothing, but I took one look at their Pakajak and realized it’s also perfect for runners and hikers. It packs down small enough to fit in a cycling jersey, hydration pack, or the smallest of backpacks. You’d be hard pressed not to be able to find room for this handy … Read more

Cycology – Express Yourself

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Looking for some casual wear that’s edgy, yet fun? Check out CycologyGear. com. Cycology offers “tees that mess with your head”, which is a polite way of saying there’s a message that might just make you stop and think. Although some of the slogans are creative takes on old adages like “Burn fat, not fuel” … Read more

DAJO Adventure Gear Survivor Knife

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The staff at IndustryOutsider believes that everyone should have access to quality outdoor gear at reasonable prices.  That’s one of the many reasons we try to cover gear suitable for all skill levels and budgets. Coincidentally, that’s also the driving principle behind DAJO Adventure Gear. Their mission: Offer great products, provide great service, and have … Read more

Bike Recalls Prove That Our Readers Are Better Riders

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We’re going to use two recent bicycle recalls as proof that IndustryOutsider.com readers are better riders than your average Jane or Joe WalMart shopper. Case in point: WalMart’s ill-famed NEXT brand has yet another recall, this time for chains that break. I have dropped my chain dozens of times, and broken two  – one while … Read more

Is That A Flashlight In Your Pocket?

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When darkness falls, you’ll be happy to see the Coast PX25 LED Flashlight. Weighing only 4.2 ounces with the included batteries,  this 4.7 inch flashlight packs a 181 lumen punch. While that kind of output cuts into your run time, (expect a bit under six hours from a set of 3 AAA batteries) it projects … Read more