Pakajak From Endura

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

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

Bike Recalls Prove That Our Readers Are Better Riders

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

Italian Racing Bicycles Honors 40 Italian Cycling Brands

Boulder, CO, USA – September 20, 2011 – As with high fashion or sports cars, when the world speaks of racing bicycles the conversation soon turns to Italy. A gorgeous new hardcover book Italian Racing Bicycles: The People, The Products, The Passion traces the rich history of 40 landmark Italian cycling brands that are intimately … Read more

We Won!

I’d like to thank everyone that read this article, and took it to heart. Jenn Dice from IMBA made this announcement today:   The U.S. Senate affirmed its time-tested support of bicycling last week by forcing Senator Tom Coburn of Oklahoma to withdraw his proposal to eliminate dedicated funding for the Transportation Enhancements program. IMBA supporters and … Read more