Upstanding Bicycle Company Launches “Upstand” -the Alternative to the Bicycle Kickstand

Chapel Hill, NC (November 14, 2012) The Upstand is NOT you father‘s kickstand. It‘s lightweight (35 grams -the weight of a single energy packet), convenient, detachable and storable. When not in use just stick it in your jersey pocket or tool bag. Crafted from carbon fiber, 6061 aluminum and an axial magnet, the Upstand simply … Read more

Choose Your Adventure In The World’s Toughest Endurance Challenges

Boulder, CO, USA – November 13, 2012 – The World’s Toughest Endurance Challenges profiles 50 of the most extreme marathons, triathlons, bike rides, adventure races, climbs, open-water swims and other iconic endurance events from around the world. Breathtaking full-color photographs and insider commentary from top athletes will thrill runners, cyclists, triathletes, extreme sports addicts, and … Read more

WILEY X® INC. Celebrates The True Meaning Of Veteran’s Day

Veteran-Owned Premium Performance Eyewear Manufacturer Reminds All Americans to Recognize and Remember Those Who Served Come November 11 On November 11, our nation will once again pause to observe Veteran‘s Day ‘” a uniquely American Holiday set aside to honor and recognize generations who have served in our armed forces.   It‘s a day filled with parades, … Read more

New Gear From Chrome

Chrome started out with pretty utilitarian bags, but they currently offer a lot more than that. They also make clothing and shoes for urban cyclists, but without the bright colors and form-fitting cut of typical lycra kit. Instead, their designers look to classic pieces for inspiration. This shows up in every aspect of their products, … Read more

And Isn’t It Ironic… Don’t You Think

Unlike the song I pulled the title of this article from, this is truly ironic. When I started Industry Outsider on January 1, of 2007, I made it clear that the site was going to be all about cycling. Cycling, Cycling, Cycling! Sure, there were plenty of articles that were only vaguely cycling-related, and quite … Read more