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Colin True - outdoor industry journalist
The Rock Fight – not just another outdoor or adventure podcast; it's a full on rebellion. We’re here for those inside and outside the outdoor industry. Outdoorsy listeners who are tired of the same worn-out paths.
If you want to hear honest discussions that mirror the candid outdoor industry banter you have after a long hike in the wilderness, cracking the cooler while loading the bikes, sharing the ski lift with a stranger, waxing your board at the beach, jumping off rocks into the river, or over a beer at the bar...you've found your tribe.
The Rock Fight will dissect the latest headlines to come out of the outdoor industry. We'll weigh in on topics other outdoor media companies avoid like the plague. We'll also hit the things outdoorsy folks care about like pop culture, gear, footwear, apparel and even more important topics like debating the ideal attire for an adventure on the ice planet of Hoth. Our discussions are as diverse as they are real.
We’re challenging the conventional, offering a fresh perspective on outdoor industry topics you won't hear anywhere else.
The outdoor industry has been stagnant for too long. Missing out on The Rock Fight is missing out on the evolution of outdoor media.
Patagonia's Wetsuit Breakthrough, Cabins v. Offices & A 4 Year Old Sets A Hiking Record
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) it's time for a round of outdoor headlines!Come along as Colin & Justin run through stories to come out of the outdoor industry and community including the following:A new edition of More with Thermore! (08:03)A 4 year old sets a record for the youngest hiker to hike all of New Hampshire's 4000' peaks. Badass or a little much? (15:05)Patagonia develops an end of life solution for their wetsuits. (26:11)Are you more productive working in a cabin or in an office? (34:02)Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating and written review wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
41:4302/07/2024
Ultra Something & Building A Career in Outdoor Media with Brendan Leonard
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Colin & Justin welcome Brendan Leonard back to the show.Brendan was the fourth guest ever on THE ROCK FIGHT and today he joins the boys to talk about the state of outdoor media, how his son has impacted his outdoor adventure lifestyle and of course his new book Ultra Something, which is available for purchase over at www.semi-rad.com.Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating and written review wherever you get your podcasts.Gear & Beer has it's own podcast feed! Follow and rate G&B on Apple or Spotify.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
49:4728/06/2024
Switchback Spring: Why It's Happening & What To Expect with Christina Henderson
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) we're wrapping up a very busy trade show month by breaking down the newest trade show of them all: Switchback Spring!THE ROCK FIGHT had a busy trade show season. We attended GOA Connect and Outdoor Retailer and we even broke the news about the solo debut of Switchback (the outdoor show that launched at The Running Event in 2022). This new show has created a lot of buzz as well as a lot of questions.Today Show Director Christina Henderson joins Colin & Justin to talk about why Switchback is going solo and what attendees can expect when the show kicks off in Nashville in June 2025.Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating and written review wherever you get your podcasts.Gear & Beer has it's own podcast feed! Follow and rate G&B on Apple or Spotify.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
35:4126/06/2024
Outdoor Enthusiasts On The Decline? Shaun White Launches The Snow League & Amazon Gets Greener
It's time for a round of outdoor headlines here on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head)! Today Colin & Justin run through stories to come out of the outdoor industry and community including the following:The Outdoor Industry Association trend report shows that outdoor participation is up but hardcore enthusiasts are declining. (09:23)Snowboarder Shaun White announces the formation of a new snowboard league. (19:13)Amazon & Burton make green choices in how they ship their goods (28:53)Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating and written review wherever you get your podcasts.Gear & Beer has it's own podcast feed! Follow and rate G&B on Apple or Spotify.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
36:2525/06/2024
Outdoor Retailer Summer Market Instant Reaction!
Another week another trade show. Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Colin is fresh off a flight home from SLC and is here with his off the cuff thoughts Outdoor Retailer.You know, Outdoor Retailer. The most popular topic of discussion within the US based outdoor industry! So what happened at OR this week? Was it a return to form? The bottom of the barrel? Well, you'll have to click play to find out.Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating and written review wherever you get your podcasts.Gear & Beer has it's own podcast feed! Follow and rate G&B on Apple or Spotify.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
09:5620/06/2024
Apple Maps Gets Outdoorsy, NPS Uniforms At Pride & SUP'ing The Texas Water Safari
It's Headlines day on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) as Colin & Justin run through stories to come out of the outdoor industry and community including the following:How will Colin & Justin get MORE out of their weekends? (05:24)A new bike saddle has been introduced that aims to reduce sore tushy's everywhere (spoiler: the boys aren't sure this is gonna get traction). (09:58)National Park Service employees will be allowed to wear their uniforms while participating in Pride related events. (15:00)Apple announces big changes in the forthcoming IOS 18 that will give new resources to outdoorsy folks. Cue a classic Housman technology rant. (22:32)Austin's Veronica Sosa completes the brutal 264 mile Texas Water Safari on a stand up paddle board! (35:00)Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating and written review wherever you get your podcasts.Gear & Beer has it's own podcast feed! Follow and rate G&B on Apple or Spotify.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
43:0417/06/2024
GOA Connect Instant Reaction and a Gear & Beer Teaser
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Colin is back from Reno and is ready to talk about his instant reaction to attending GOA Connect.The Grassroots Outdoor Alliance (GOA) is a coalition of 104 independent outdoor specialty retailers and Connect is their twice annual trade show. This week Colin had the opportunity to spend a day at Connect and today Colin offers his thoughts on why this show is different. Then its a sneak peak of the latest episode of Gear & Beer which now has it's own podcast feed that you can listen to and follow wherever you get your podcasts!Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating and written review wherever you get your podcasts.Gear & Beer has it's own podcast feed! Follow and rate G&B on Apple or Spotify.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
13:3614/06/2024
The Switchback Blowback with Wes Allen
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) we're dipping our toes back into the trade show world with some retailer feedback on the recently announced Switchback Spring show that's coming to Nashville next June.When news broke about Switchback adding a spring version of the show that has been historically part of The Running Event, Wes Allen (former guest of THE ROCK FIGHT and principal of Sunlight Sports in Cody, WY) was not stoked. The bottom line is that Wes is concerned about the amount of retailer and brand focused events that are scheduled for June.After posting his thoughts on LinkedIn we invited him to join Colin & Justin and dig into the retail point of view of the addition of a new show as well as industry events in general. And he's here today to do just that.Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating and written review wherever you get your podcasts.Gear & Beer has it's own podcast feed! Follow and rate G&B on Apple or Spotify.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
40:2013/06/2024
Red Bull Rampage: The Women Are In! A Talking Headlamp & The Historic Brood of Cicadas
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Colin & Justin run through headlines to come out of the outdoor industry and community including the following:Colin & Justin's goals for the summer. (06:11)Red Bull Rampage will allow women to compete for the first time. (18:35)Ever want to talk to a headlamp? Now you can! (28:01)Fitbit makes a smartwatch for kids. We don't like this. (33:22)The Cicadas are taking over Illinois. (42:23)Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating and written review wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
49:3510/06/2024
Rad Power Bikes + Lost Coast Brewery Downtown Brown (Gear & Beer!)
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT we're featuring an episode from the new addition to The Rock Fight Podcast Network: GEAR & BEER!That's right, Gear & Beer has it's own podcast feed. But we'll still share Gear & Beer episodes here on THE ROCK FIGHT for the time being. But head to Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts and follow and rate Gear & Beer.Today Justin talks about Rad Power Bikes Expand 5 Plus and he and Colin go deep on the environmental impact of the ebike category.Then our in house Cicerone (aka Justin) pairs the perfect post activity beverage to go with the perfect commuter bike on the market: Lost Coast Brewery's Downtown Brown.Because that's what you get here on Gear & Beer... the pairings that matter most!Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
49:1907/06/2024
The 2024 Ugliest Outdoor Shoe Award
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) we hand out the prestigious Ugliest Shoe of 2024 Award.There have been plenty of ugly shoes that have succeeded in the past because while they may not have been lookers, they served a real purpose.And then there are those that straight up look bad and leave us all wondering simply... why?Today THE ROCK FIGHT goes deep into the recent history of ugly shoes and declares a winner of the ugliest shoe of 2024.Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating and written review wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
13:5706/06/2024
Outdoor Trade Show Season, Sierra's 100th Store & Spring Energy's Not So Awesome Sauce
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Colin & Justin run through headlines to come out of the outdoor industry and community including some breaking trade show news! Here's the rundown:It's trade show season and Switchback, which launched at The Running Event in 2022, is adding a spring event to be held in Nashville in 2025 and THE ROCK FIGHT has the scoop. (04:20)Closeout retailer Sierra opens it's 100th store and may have accidentally fallen into a collab with SAW's very own Jigsaw. (17:35)Spring Energy's Awesome Sauce was discovered to have a discrepancy between the nutrition facts on its packaging and what's actually in the product and people are losing their minds about it. (21:46)Another billionaire wants to build a commercial submarine to go deep into the ocean. Because apparently there is nothing else in the world for billionaires to do. (28:28)The Everest Basecamp welcome sign has been taken down. If anyone out there knows anything, Justin is looking to buy it. (32:04)Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating and written review wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
39:3303/06/2024
Obōz Katabatic Wind Low + Montucky Cold Snacks (Gear & Beer!)
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT it's the pairings that matter most... GEAR & BEER!Most hiking shoes are just overbuilt sneakers and leave you wanting either a pair of trail runners or an actual pair of leather boots. But what if you could truly blend those two worlds into an athletic looking shoe that is well made and built specifically for hiking? Well then you'd have the Obōz Katabatic Wind Low. And if you have the Obōz Katabatic Wind Low's and you also have the hosts of Gear & Beer one of whom only likes trail runners (Colin) and the other only likes big burly boots (Justin) what will they make of this shoe? That's called a teaser folks, you need to listen to find out.Then THE ROCK FIGHT's in house Cicerone (aka Justin) pairs the perfect post activity beverage to go with these shoes: Montucky Cold Snacks.Because that's what you get here on Gear & Beer... the pairings that matter most!Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
48:1031/05/2024
The Dirtbag Diaries Plus: The Future Of Digital Outdoor Media?
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Justin and Colin sit down with Fitz Cahall to talk about the industry of podcasting and how one of the original podcasts, The Dirtbag Diaries, fits into that industry. At 17 years old, The Dirtbag Diaries are endemic to anyone who listens to outdoor podcasts as part of their adventure lifestyle. And while most podcasts rely on advertising revenue to make money, last year Fitz and his company Duct Tape Then Beer did something unique when they launched Diaries Plus. A paid subscription for listeners to access more episodes of The Dirtbag Diaries.But much like radio and TV before it, when it comes to podcasts consumers are willing to put up with ads to keep the product free. So why did Fitz think this was the right move?Today Fitz goes deep on starting The Diaries and why Diaries Plus makes the most sense for his company and show.Learn more and sign up for Diaries Plus by clicking here.Pre-order Fitz's new book States of Adventure by clicking here.Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
41:1630/05/2024
REI's Union Problem, Kona's Back & Top 5 Coolest Sports
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Colin & Justin run through a slate of headlines, their top 5 all time coolest looking sports and have a special conversation with Bryce Covert who has been covering efforts by REI employees to form a union. Here is the full rundown with time codes!Our top 5 coolest sports; outdoor or otherwise. (07:44)Thomas Robison posts his obituary on YouTube. (21:40)Zombie Kona rises from the grave! Kona bikes is back! (24:47)Everest news rundown! And a quick game of which thing would be harder? (27:17)JUNE IS STICKER MONTH! Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts, let us know you did by emailing [email protected] and you'll receive a Rock Fight sticker!Conversation with Journalist Bryce Covert about the efforts to form a union at REI stores including an update on what happened last week at REI's Cleveland location. (32:05)What is Justin doing this weekend? Apparently it involved a real life Avengers Endgame - and lots of quantum physics. (03:33)Enjoy this action packed episode of THE ROCK FIGHT!Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
57:3927/05/2024
The Best MTB Baggie Shorts + Rationale Mexican Lager (Gear & Beer!)
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT it's the pairings that matter most... GEAR & BEER!What kind of shorts do you wear when you go mountain biking? Straight spandex bibs? Jorts? Whatever you have lying around?Today Justin and Colin talk about their mountain biking preferences while reviewing two outdoor brand entries in the cycling apparel space. The Rab Cinder Crank Shorts and the Outdoor Research Freewheel Ride Shorts.Then THE ROCK FIGHT's in house Cicerone (aka Justin) pairs the perfect post activity beverage to go with these shorts: a Rationale Mexican Lager.Because that's what you get here on Gear & Beer... the pairings that matter most!Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
36:3724/05/2024
Get Out Of Your Outdoor Adventure Bubble
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Colin shares with you his adventure muse.The inspiration of Colin's outdoor adventure life isn't a trail, mountain or body of water. It's ice hockey. And a recent return to the game that started it all showed him how important it is to pop the bubble that all of us in the outdoor community are living in.So click play and get out of your comfort zone.Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
10:1122/05/2024
Grand Canyon Tragedy, National Bike Month & The Midwest Is The New Outdoor Hotspot
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) we're slinging rocks at some of the more interesting and notable headlines to come out of the outdoor industry and community over the past week.On this weeks slate:Can Justin ace Colin's National Bike Month quiz? (03:55)Gamel's new safety oriented commuter bike helmet, The Remarkable (13:28)Bay Area swimmer sets record by swimming from the Golden Gate Bridge to Farallon Islands (21:03)A report from The Guardian declares the Midwest the new hotspot for outdoor activity in the United States (27:53)Skechers & John Deere announce a new shoe collaboration aimed at virtually everyone (32:25)Paddling Magazine's Joe Potoczak joins Colin & Justin to talk about the latest details that have emerged regarding the death of Thomas Robison who died attempting to paddle the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon. (36:23)Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
54:5520/05/2024
Our Favorite Tents + 10 Barrel’s Juicy Drama (Gear & Beer!)
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT it's time for the pairings that matter most... GEAR & BEER!We wrap up our four weeks of 10 Barrel beers by pairing their 9.6 ABV monster IPA, Juicy Drama, with Justin & Colin's favorite piece of camping gear.For Justin that's the REI Half Dome 2 tent and NEMO's Stargaze Reclining Camp Chair while Colin talks about his Mountainsmith Celestial 2 tent (aka the Morrison).Because that's what you get here on Gear & Beer... the pairings that matter most!Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
41:2517/05/2024
The Outdoor Industry & Sustainability- So What?!
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) we take a deeper look at the Outdoor Industry's favorite topic, sustainability, and try to answer the question... So What?What is the right answer to the stuff problem that we all agree that we have? Do we change the habit of consumers? Do we expect brands to do the right thing and choose the environment over profits? So far these seem to be the two solutions that everyone points to when discussing a more sustainable outdoor industry. Today on the show, Colin reflects on what he's learned from two prior guests on THE ROCK FIGHT and what the so what of sustainability actually is.Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
14:2915/05/2024
Baja Surfer Tragedy, Jackson Hole Skier Charged With Homicide & The Return of Pickleball Corner
Please follow THE ROCK FIGHT wherever you are listening!Colin & Justin load up some rocks and take aim at their weekly turn through some of the more interesting headlines to come out of the outdoor industry and community from the past week. On this weeks docket:What is Justin doing this weekend? (02:54)A trio of surfers were discovered dead in Baja, Mexico. Will Justin ever head south for a surf trip again? (08:12)The charges against the historic Northwest Passage paddlers known as the Arctic Cowboys were dropped. How does this movie end? (13:39)A collision at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort resulted in homicide charges. (18:06)The busy news cycle out of Mt. Everest continues with two new stories. (23:20)Olukai's new shoe marks the return of Pickleball Corner and a discussion on how this product is contributing to our stuff problem in the outdoor and active space. (29:13)Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
40:1213/05/2024
Feral Wetsuits + 10 Barrel All Ways Down IPA (Gear & Beer!)
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT it's time for the pairings that matter most... GEAR & BEER!Justin has been surfing in Feral wetsuits, a boutique wetsuit brand from the Bay Area for years while Colin just had his first experience trying them out. Today it's all about the wetsuit category and what makes Feral stand apart from a material and design point of view.Then 10 Barrel Brewing month continues as the boys crack open a can of All Ways Down IPA. The perfect pairing after a long day in the water wearing your Feral wetsuit.Because that's what you get here on Gear & Beer... the pairings that matter most!Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
40:4310/05/2024
Should The Outdoor Industry Really Make Less Stuff?
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) we're taking a look at one of the founding pillars of the outdoor industry: innovation.Ever since the material, design and textile boom of the 1970's and 1980's the outdoors has been an example of how innovation could solve problems and fuel commerce.But over the past 20 years there haven't been that many innovative breakthroughs even though outdoor brands continue to tell us every season that they have the next great thing.Today on THE ROCK FIGHT Barry McGeough, who's career has been defined by leading innovation teams at brands like The North Face, PVH and Wolverine sits down with Colin to talk about the state of innovation in the outdoor industry and why we need to make more stuff, not less stuff.Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
34:4608/05/2024
Patagonia's New Movie, Nepal Everest Ruling & Trash On The PCT!
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Colin & Justin break down some of the more interesting and exciting headlines to come out of the outdoor industry and community from the past week.On the docket this week:What are WE doing this weekend? Colin & Justin are going to meet up in person for the first time ever! (04:03)An article from The Trek covers how much trash is on the PCT (07:41)Colin's review of Shitthropocene, Patagonia's new movie about fast fashion and themselves (13:30)Nepal's Supreme Court limits Everest climbers and bans helicopters from shuttling gear up the mountain (19:12)New report from The Dyrt shows that less than half of all campers actually used their camping reservations in 2023 (23:20)Paddling Magazine's report of a missing man and his dog in the Grand Canyon (32:12)Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
39:3706/05/2024
Softopping Your Truck With The Perfect Beer (Gear & Beer!)
Today Colin & Justin are prepping for the apocalypse... 10 Barrel's Apocalypse IPA that is! But before the end of the world arrives we first get Justin's review of the Softopper. The Softopper eliminates the need for immovable and expensive camper shells while still giving you some piece of mind when you pull off at the fishing hole with a half loaded Yeti cooler in the back (this oddly specific example will make sense after you click play on this episode).Then 10 Barrel Brewing month continues as their flagship brew, the Apocalypse, makes the perfect Softopper pairing.Because that's what you get here on Gear & Beer... the pairings that matter most!Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
30:2003/05/2024
Patagonia & Sustainability Messaging In The Outdoor Industry
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) we're digging into how the brands of the outdoor industry talks about sustainability.Chris Goddard is the founder of CGPR, a PR agency that works with outdoor brands like Houdini, Lowa and Nite Ize. Chris recently posted on LinkedIn an article about Patagonia's new marketing campaign Fashion Is None Of Our Business which promptly blew up.The engagement on that post was off the charts with many supporting Patagonia's new messaging and many detractors calling the brand out. Today Colin sits down with Chris to talk about how brands engage on a topic like sustainability and how those on the messaging side need to approach working with brands on sensitive topics.Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
29:0901/05/2024
Trail Running In The Olympics? REI Exits Footwear & Kona Closes Shop!
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Justin & Colin break down some of the more notable headlines to come out of the outdoor industry and community over the past week.On today's slate:What is Justin doing this weekend? Volunteering and Dad'ing, apparently. (02:45)Per Gearjunkie, details have emerged from the Kona drama at the Sea Otter Classic. (07:37)The new report from Athletics Weekly of a campaign to include trail running in future Olympics games. (15:40)Per Footwear News REI exits house branded footwear and doubles down on running. (21:36)SGB reports on Puma's new compostable sneaker. (28:10)Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
36:3629/04/2024
Bedrock Sandals + 10 Barrel Cloud Mentality Hazy IPA (Gear & Beer!)
Today THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) we present another episode of the pairings that matter most...GEAR & BEER!How did Justin & Colin actually meet? Their origin story is rooted in a shared love of Bedrock Sandals. And on today's episode they'll break down the updated Bedrock Cairn Evo 3D PRO's as well as the brand new Bedrock Cairn Evo C's. And then we begin 10 Barrel month here on Gear & Beer.Our pals at 10 Barrel Brewing Co have graciously donated four brews for our next four episodes. To kick it off? We're popping our Bedrock clad dawgs up and sampling the Cloud Mentality Hop Burst Hazy IPA. Gear & Beer... a winning combination!Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
48:1826/04/2024
The Outside Sized Hole In Outdoor Media
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Colin reveals if he'll be attending the Outside Festival!He also discusses how the recent article written by Outside CEO Robin Thurston played into his decision and he takes a look at the opportunities that exist in the current outdoor media landscape that have arisen since Outside has shifted their focus.Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
11:1825/04/2024
Patagonia Is A Fashion Brand, Kona Bikes In Trouble, Earth Day Trivia & A TNF/icebreaker Collab
Today on the very special 200th episode of THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Justin and Colin tackle a jam packed slate of headlines and topics!On the docket for today:What Is Justin Doing This Weekend? Did Kona just go out of business at Sea Otter? (03:49)Earth Day trivia (10:21)The big brain behind the Stanley boom is heading to HeyDude (15:43)VF deploys TNF to elevate icebreaker in an apparel collaboration (17:39)Patagonia debuts new a marketing campaign claiming that fashion is 'none of our business' (spoiler: it's totally their business) (23:27)A New York runner becomes the public face of rejection for the 2024 New York City Marathon (38:05)It's National Parks Week! This week the entrance fees to all 400 NPS properties will be waived (40:00)Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
44:3422/04/2024
Coleman Dual Fuel Lantern + Sierra Nevada Pale (Gear & Beer!)
Are you ready for the pairings that matter most? It's time for Gear and it's time for Beer here on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) and today we are going old school!Chances are that if you do any camping whatsoever you have a lantern. But do you have an OG fuel burning Coleman Lantern? Justin does and today he is going to break down why you should too.And what is the perfect pairing for the classic lantern? How about a classic craft beer like a Sierra Nevada Pale Ale. Because nothing is better than sitting outside on a pleasant evening enjoying the warm light of a timeless lantern while sipping an ice cold Sierra Nevada. Is summer here yet?Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
41:2619/04/2024
Whitewater, Canoeing, Sea Kayaking - What Happened To Paddling?
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Colin reflects on how sea kayaking was a formative activity in his outdoor adventure career and ponders what has happened to the paddling category since it's heyday in the 1990's. Has it's popularity decreased?Then Joe Potoczak, Digital Editor of Paddling Magazine, joins Colin and provides updates on paddling's growth, the effect of the Stand Up Paddle board boom and how user generated content has impacted the paddling media scene.For all of Paddling Magazine's content (and to subscribe) click here!Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
31:1917/04/2024
The EXPLORE Act, Stop The Crocs! & Teqball Rules
Start your day off the right way with a healthy dose of headlines from your pals here at THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head)!Today your humble rock fighting duo Colin True & Justin Housman tackle the following topics (with time codes):What is Justin doing this weekend? Will he try indoor rock climbing? (01:03)What foods can be described as a flavor and is Colin actually AI? (07:00)Mail time! Responding to listener feedback on resoleable footwear and should THE ROCK FIGHT include hunting talk in future episodes. (14:50)Crocs and Pringles launch a collaboration that is the latest and clearest sign that we are in the end times. (27:00)The EXPLORE Act passes through the House of Representatives in part thanks to THE ROCK FIGHT. (31:08)Teqball freakin' rules. Suck it Pickleball. (33:42)Send your suggestions for things Justin should do during future weekends to [email protected] to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
39:3215/04/2024
Bike Bags and The Perfect Beer To Go In Them (Gear & Beer!)
It's Friday and that means it's time for Gear and it's time for Beer here on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) and on today's edition of Gear & Beer we're loading up the bikes!For the first time in G&B history both Justin and Colin are reviewing a piece of gear and today it's all about bike bags. First up Colin reviews the Oveja Negra Lunchbox handlebar bag and then Justin breaks down the Old Mountain Mountain Juniper Trunk. They talk about what makes them great and then they rank them on the official Rock Fight STUFFOMETER.After that Justin, the official Cicerone of our outdoor community, pairs the bike bags they reviewed with the Cali Squeeze Blood Orange. The perfect beer to drink after hauling around a bunch of stuff (and yourself) on your bike.Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
33:5512/04/2024
Trail Runners Replace Boots, Rabbit's Running Shoes & Unisex Sizes
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) it's a grab bag of outdoor topics!Colin answers a listeners email and addresses comments about unisex sizing as well as addressing their concerns regarding a recent interaction they had with a notable boot brand.Lastly, Colin gives his thoughts on the recent news that Rabbit Running has entered the running footwear space.Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
13:1411/04/2024
Going Deep On Adidas, Deckers & Lulu (Footwear Headlines)
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) we're going deep on recent footwear headlines with a real life footwear designer!Richard Kuchinsky has been making footwear for over 20 years and is the Founder of The Directive Collective, an agency that partners with brands to go from concept to production in the running shoe space. An expert in both product and brand, Richard has no problem offering his opinion on the direction a brand is taking when it comes to the shoes they make.Today Richard joins THE ROCK FIGHT to talk about the influence of footwear in the zeitgeist, check in on what we think about On Running and to help breakdown some recent footwear headlines about brands like Lululemon, Deckers & Adidas.Follow Richard and The Directive Collective on Instagram.Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
49:4309/04/2024
The Top 10 Fastest Growing Outdoor Brands, Sunny Stroeer Makes Skiing History & California Skiers Head To The Emergency Room
Monday's are for headlines here on THE ROCK FIGHT! Today Colin & Justin dig into some of the more notable stories to come out of the outdoor industry and community over the past week. On the docket this week:A new report lists the top 10 fastest growing brands at specialty outdoor retailers. Can Justin name them all? (04:29)New data reported by The Inertia shows a 50% jump in ER visits from California skiers and snowboarders. (13:04)Backpacker ran a story this week about Carson City, NV officials who want to pay hikers to hike a new trail from the city all the way Canada via the PCT. (17:50)Sunny Stroeer becomes the first woman to complete the Iditarod Trail Invitational (the world's longest winter ultramarathon) on skis. (23:04)All this plus America's favorite podcast segment What Is Justin Doing This Weekend presented by Long Weekend Coffee (01:05)!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
36:3108/04/2024
Hoka Mafate Speed 4 + Athletic Brewing Free Wave Hazy IPA (Gear & Beer!)
It's Friday and that means it's time for Gear and it's time for Beer here on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) and on today's edition of Gear & Beer we're getting athletic!Justin has recently gotten back into trail running so today he and Colin break down the Hoka Mafate Speed 4 and go deep into the trail running category before rating the shoes on the STUFF-O-METER!Then to cool themselves off after burning up the trails our friends at Athletic Brewing have donated a few brews to THE ROCK FIGHT including the Free Wave Hazy IPA which Justin and Colin try for the very first time during this podcast. They wrap up this epic episode by rating this NA brew on the Gear & Beer beer scale.Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
48:2705/04/2024
Do Not Attend Your Friend's Wedding... Go Hiking Instead
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Colin leverages his age and experience to tell all the young people out there why they need to cancel wedding season.Folks in their 20's are all anticipating summer when they want to go on big outdoor adventures but they have also been invited to like a dozen weddings. Well THE ROCK FIGHT is here to tell you to cancel those destination wedding plans that you don't really want to attend anyway, and enjoy your summer! Because pretty soon, you won't have the time that you have now.And you won't just hear it from Colin because his wife (the original) Carli is here to help.Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
12:1203/04/2024
The Business Of Reviewing Gear With Stephen Regenold (aka The GearJunkie)
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) we welcome Stephen Regenold the OG GearJunkie to get a behind the scenes look at the world of reviewing gear.Stephen started GearJunkie in 2002 as a newspaper column that eventually became one of the go to website's for gear enthusiasts and newbies alike.Today he sits down with Colin to talk about the current state of gear reviews, how changes in the media landscape has impacted the medium and what to expect from gear reviewing in the future.Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
34:3102/04/2024
Secondhand Apparel's Big Jump, Reflecting on Jasmin Paris At The Barkley & You Can Have Dinner In Space For $500k
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Colin and Justin take their weekly turn through some of the headlines to come out of the outdoor community and industry over the past week.On the docket for this week (with time codes if you want to jump around):A closer look at Jasmin Paris's record setting finish at the Barkley (10:20)For $500,000 you can have dinner in a balloon at the edge of space with a bunch of other rich people (14:09)ThredUp's 2023 report on secondhand apparel shows big growth and potential (23:32)NFSC: per a new study exercise is good for insomnia (29:52)All this plus America's favorite podcast segment What Is Justin Doing This Weekend presented by Long Weekend Coffee (01:45)!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
37:4501/04/2024
Slumberjack Big Timber Pro 0° Sleeping Bag + Budweiser (Gear & Beer!)
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) it's Gear & Beer Friday and on this episode we're talking about two classics.If you can only have one sleeping bag would you make it your super high end backpacking mummy style bag? You could, but when you go car camping wouldn't you be so much more comfortable in an old school flannel bag?And when pairing the perfect beer with a classic staple like the cotton lined sleeping bag, do you really think you need a super hipster high end craft beer? Wouldn't you be more comfortable with a classic, a staple in it's own right?Today on Gear & Beer we ask ourselves what would Cliff Clavin do as we talk about the Slumberjack Timber Pro 0° degree bag paired with an old standby...Budweiser.Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
37:2129/03/2024
Do Ingredient Brands Still Matter & Could They Shape The Future Of The Outdoor Industry?
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) we're going deep on INGREDIENT BRANDS!Ingredient brands are material and textile manufacturers like Gore, Cordura, Polartec or Primaloft. Folks that actually make the materials and fabrics that brands use in order to craft the gear and apparel we all love to buy.A history of innovations by ingredient brands have led to amazing breakthroughs in the outdoor space but it's been a long time since any innovation has really broken through. But perhaps there is a new frontier where ingredient brands can still make a difference. That's today on THE ROCK FIGHT.Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
11:5327/03/2024
The State Of Outdoor Retail with Wes Allen
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Colin is joined by Wes Allen to talk about what is happening at outdoor retail.Wes is a principal of Sunlight Sports in Cody, WY and has had a long career in the outdoor industry. In addition to his work at Sunlight, Wes has also spent time at both REI and Chaco.Today Wes talks with Colin about the state and mission of outdoor retailers, how brands and products have changed over the past few decades, as well as what the industry is missing in 2024.Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
44:4426/03/2024
Welcome To Everest Basecamp, The 2024 Barkley Marathons & RIP David Breashears
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) it's time to run through some headlines that have come out of the outdoor industry and community over the past week.Colin & Justin run through the following topics:Ethical concerns for our backyard trails (06:56)A new welcome to basecamp sign for Mt. Everest (09:30)A lawsuit over the ability to use cash to enter our National Parks (14:20)The 2024 Barkley Marathons (21:13)Pouring a little out for David Breashears who passed away at 68 (28:23)This all of course after America's favorite podcast segment What Is Justin Doing This Weekend presented by Long Weekend Coffee (02:04)!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
32:4825/03/2024
Scarpa SL Active + Deschutes Black Butte Porter (Gear & Beer!)
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) it's Friday, which means it's time for... GEAR & BEER!This week we're prepping for hiking and backpacking season as Justin gives us his review of the Scarpa SL Active and pairing this classic full grain leather hiking boot with Deschutes Black Butte Porter. How do these boots compare to other hiking footwear options? Why is a Black Butte Porter the perfect pairing for the Scarpa SL Active's? All will be revealed in this edition of Gear & Beer!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
32:3222/03/2024
Adidas Made A Single Use Shoe, Cascale's Red Carpet Event & This Week In Greenwashing with Sophie Benson
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) environmental fashion journalist Sophie Benson returns to talk about what is happening on the sustainability front.Topics today include:Adidas has quietly made a single use shoe (01:57)Inside the Sustainable Apparel Coalition name change (08:17)This week in greenwashing: The Kardashian Comeuppance (18:10)Be sure to buy Sophie's book by clicking here!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
25:5820/03/2024
Cotopaxi: Doing Good or Just A Trendy Outdoor Vibe?
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Colin takes a peek under the hood of Cotopaxi following their announcement last week about the return of the Questival, their college student focused outdoor adventure race series.Over the past ten years Cotopaxi has grown because of their vibe, their stated purpose of creating 'Gear For Good', and their colorful outdoor basics coming into trend. But if they closed up shop today, what would their legacy be when compared to other outdoor brands?Today Colin looks at what is interesting about Cotopaxi but also what they could be doing better.Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
11:5119/03/2024
Black Diamond's Big Reset, Cole Brauer's Record Trip Around The World plus A Gear & Beer Mailbag
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Colin and Justin kick off your week with a batch of headlines to come out of the outdoor industry and community. This week the boys hit the following:Gear & Beer first episode mailbag (10:02)Black Diamond's big line cut (18:26)The tragic death of an avalanche forecaster (28:43)Celebrating the accomplishment of round the world sailor Cole Brauer (39:35)All this plus "What Is Justin Doing This Weekend?" (01:00) presented by Long Weekend Coffee. Happy Monday, Rock Fighters!Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
48:2018/03/2024
Kona Unit X + Founders All Day IPA (Gear & Beer)
Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) we are excited to debut a new weekly segment...GEAR & BEER!This is reviewing gear, THE ROCK FIGHT way because largely speaking gear reviews have become pretty boring. There's rarely a 'so what' in these reviews because stuff mostly works. So Colin and Justin are here to throw rocks at the status quo and approach gear reviews the same way we approach most things: Through the types of conversations we have when out riding, skiing, surfing or hanging out at the trailhead...only this time on a podcast.Each week one of us will bring forth a piece of gear: a shoe, some apparel, a suitcase, sleeping bag, kayak, a pot or a pan…whatever, to review and then because we make way too much stuff these days, we'll rank it on the STUFF-O-METER (listen to learn about the STUFF-O-METER).Lastly certified Cicerone (which means certified beer guy) Justin Housman will pair the perfect beverage with the gear and activity we talked about. First up, the Kona Unit X and Founders Brewery All Day IPA.Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to [email protected] or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
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