Brian

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

Keen Women’s Marshall Light Hiking Shoe

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Ten years ago, Keen got its start in the footwear industry with the Newport sandal, which was their answer to the simple question “Can a sandal protect the toes?”  From this goal of creating a sandal of “hybrid innovation”, they have not only succeeded, but they have gone on to innovate a wide range of … Read more

Ellsworth Handcrafted Bicycles Unveils 2014 Absolute Truth And Epiphany Carbon XC ‘” 27.5” Carbon Versions of Legendary Trailbikes

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We’ve been trying to save Fridays for Commute By Bike! articles, but things don’t always go as planned. This release is certainly not about commuter bikes either. Thing is, I was pretty skeptical about 29ers, and look how popular they’ve become. So we’re giving equal press to the new 27.5″ wheel size, since it’s probably … Read more

Geigerrig Rig 1210 Hydration Pack

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It’s been a while since we covered anything from Geigerrig, but that doesn’t mean that they’ve been sitting still. Some of their newer products include the Bike Rig for cyclists, which combines underseat storage with 32 ounces of hydration. Motorcyclists get the Shuttle, which converts from a tank bag with 70 ounce capacity to a … Read more

Eton FRX3 – Very Prepared

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Eton describes their FRX3 as a “multi-powered, multi-function, smartphone-charging, weather alert radio that lights your way”. That sums it up so well , you probably don’t need to read my 500 or so words. But you should, because they can’t cover all the details in one line of copy, and you’ll want to know why … Read more

Freerider VXi Mountain Bike Shoes From Five Ten

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Five Ten offers shoes that run the gamut from casual skate shoes to hardcore climbing shoes. Their Stealth rubber compounds are pretty much the standard by which other rubber soles are judged. If you ride a mountain bike with flats, rather than clipless, their new Freerider Vxi mountain bike shoe is probably for you. Utilizing … Read more