Random Bits

ScopeSlicker NX from Alpine Innovations

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Whether you have a have an inexpensive scope on your plinker, or a high-dollar one on your long range rifle, the ScopeSlicker NX has it covered. Alpine Innovations says the ScopeSlicker NX is the last scope cover you‘ll ever need. It may also be the last one you’ll buy. Because the ScopeSlicker NX employs a simple yet effective … Read more

Since 2007, and still without a logo

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Welcome to Industry Outsider, 2018! The site has certainly evolved since that first post 11 years ago. And honestly, I had no idea it would still be around today. Some days I’m surprised I even renewed the domain name and hosting package. But we’re here, and we’re going to continue to do what we do. … Read more

Hydro Flask Heading Down Under

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Hydro Flask Expands Global Presence with Distribution in Australia Company enters Asia-Pacific Market in late 2017 extending worldwide reach Bend, OR (December 19, 2017) – Hydro Flask, the award-winning leader in high-performance, insulated stainless steel flasks and a Helen of Troy Limited (NASDAQ, NM: HELE) company, will expand its growing global presence into the Asia-Pacific market this … Read more

Columbia Diamond Mesh Boxer Briefs

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Columbia had mentioned their Diamond Mesh Boxer Briefs would be a good stocking stuffer, and sent some for review. Normally, I would rate underwear as one of the worst gifts ever. But when they’re performance underwear, rather than plain cotton, they are a gift to be appreciated. Performance underwear? Yes, performance underwear. If you’re still … Read more

Opinel Cheese Knife and Fork Set

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I love cheese, so I was pretty stoked to get the Cheese Knife and Fork Set from Opinel. This set includes a fixed blade knife distinctly Opinel in style, and a stainless fork. Yes, they’re known for their folding pocketknives, but when was the last time you saw a folding cheese knife? It doesn’t need … Read more