Ordinary Outside

After a busy two weeks the Gear Fix Duo are back in Tim's garage to talk about some fun experiences and lots of new gear. Join Mike and Tim as they discuss some new gear from EK, Goal Zero, Grabber and Alchemy Goods. They also discuss the age old question of which outdoor activity is best as well as some announcements for GearGenius.com.

The Gear Fix Duo has been busy as the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2012 wraps up. Mike and Tim briefly highlight some of the new gear that was on display at this summer's OR show and give their impressions on the show. Also discussed on this week's episode is Great Britain's domination of the cycling world and a little follow up with Black Diamond CEO Peter Metcalf.

Gear Fix returns to Mike's 1890 two story home, this time with a new set of wind chimes. On episode 32 of Gear Fix Mike and Tim discuss the results from the Tour de France, awesome new bikes that Scott recently announced and the awkwardness of loaning or not loaning gear to friends. Tune in for another great episode of Gear Fix.

Episode 32 is HOT! No really, it's just really hot outside and the Gear Fix Duo is definitely feeling the heat. On this week's episode Mike and Tim discuss the Tour de France and the latest news from Lance Armstrong and Dope-Gate 2012. A discussion on Peter Metcalf from Black Diamond resigning from the Utah Ski and Snowboard Industry Working Group leads to the Duo getting a little caught up in Utah politics. Sierra Designs is making sleeping bags that are afraid of water and the Duo wraps things up with some tips on how to enjoy the outdoors when it's crazy hot outside. All this and more on episode 32 of Gear Fix.

Summer is in full swing and in case you haven't noticed, it's a hot one. Despite the uncomfortable temperatures the Gear Fix Duo continue in their efforts to produce another awesome, or at least mediocre, podcast. In this episode Mike and Tim discuss running, Crocs footwear, new videos, the negative economic effects of Lance Armstrong being banned from professional sporting events, a 12 year old skateboard phenom, new kids bikes and buying outdoor gear for your kids. So sit back, relax and enjoy another mind blowing episode of Gear Fix.

The outdoor sports world is full of news for episode 30. The episode starts with a quick trip report from Mike B's recent river trip and then the Duo dives right into the news. Lance Armstrong has been accused of doping by the USADA, Mike and Tim discuss the allegations and give their own personal thoughts on the recent charges. Aaron Gwin dominates the mountain bike downhill scene, Black Diamond buys POC and Alex Honnold continues to blow our minds. Looking to buy a used bike? The Gear Fix Duo wraps things up by going over some great suggestions for buying a used bike.

Episode 29 is all about water, bikes and big mountains. Mike goes into detail about his water storage system that collects rain water from his roof. The duo then get into some bike talk going over the new Sram XX1 gruppo and 650b bikes vs. 29 inch bikes. If you're a parent who's thinking about getting your child a balance bike Tim and Mike debate at what age you should be starting them riding. The conversation then moves to the mountains. Mt. Everest continues to be deadly but many expeditions press on for the summit. Given the opportunity, would you still be interested in attempting Everest? And to wrap things up Mike brings up the seven rivers project. All this on more on episode 29 of Gear Fix.

In episode 28 the Gear Fix Duo discuss Mike's PVC pipe creating ability. Want to build your own dish golf goal? Mike can tell you how. It's been a busy spring on and around Mt. Everest, Mike and Tim chime in with their two cents. Looking to add a little style to your camp? Check out ShelterCo.com for a plush version of camping. It's National Bike month, what type of cyclist are you? All this and more on this episode of Gear Fix.

Episode 27 is all about gear as Outside Magazine announces their gear of the year awards. Listen along as Mike and Tim go through the list of winners and discuss whether they agree or disagree. Also in this episode: marketing tactics of mainstream brands towards adventure and action sports enthusiasts, are they working on you? All this and more on episode 27 of Gear Fix.

For episode 26 the Gear Fix Duo takes up shop in Tim's garage. There's lots to talk about on this week's show as Mike has just recently returned from a little backcountry snowboarding excursion and Tim is trying to find a more bicycle commuter appropriate option for leg wear. Also on this episode: Tim's new Thorlo socks, bike vending machines, and a new DH gruppo from Shimano.