"Just making a good product, in my opinion, isn't enough anymore." On this episode we're joined by Luis Benitez, director of the Colorado Outdoor Recreation Industry Office. The brilliant Luis explains why state offices like his are important, how population growth in mountain states impacts the outdoor economy, and how to make an impact as a brand in our industry. Leave a comment or an iTunes review to let us know what you like about the episode!

Follow Luis:
@coloradooutdoorrec
choosecolorado.com/orec​

How far out do outdoor brands start planning their future product lines? Find out on this episode of Outside by Design where we chat with Marie Weathers from Dakine. Marie talks about her role as Dealer Services Manager, the dilemma of B2B sales vs Direct to Consumer, and her surprising background before she started working at Dakine. Leave a comment below and let us know what you think of the episode!

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@sweaterweathers

@dakine

What's it like being a female mechanic in a sea of men? Find out from Sara Jarrell, Women's Program Coordinator at Sram and quite possibly the best mechanic in the country. Sara talks about sponsorship do's and don'ts, the unique mechanical challenges of being the mechanic for the US Paracycling team, and her mission to get more women on bikes.  

Follow Sram:
@srammtb
@sramroad
Sram Newsletter

How do you become an outdoor industry influencer and professional multi-sport athlete? Turns out, it takes a lot of hard work. This week we talked with Andrew Muse, content creator and companion to Kicker dog. Andrew shares about his creative process, how he raised the cutest adventure dog on the planet, and a day that changed his life forever.  

Follow Andrew:
@andrew__muse
@kickerdogmuse
andrewmuseproductions.com
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 This week we talked to Ash Bocast, co-founder of Roam Events. Ash chatted about what a work/life balance looks like when you live in a teal school bus, the action-packed weekend of shred that is Roam Bike Fest, and plans the ladies of Roam have for the future to continue rocking the mountain bike world. Also included is her award for "Best View Out of a Walmart Parking Lot." Leave us a comment or review to let us know what you think! Happy listening!

Follow Ash:
​@roamrydes
@thisisroam
thisisroam.com
roambikefest.com

This week on the podcast: TGR's very own Katie Lozancich! Katie, digital content contributor at Teton Gravity Research, shares her thoughts on digging deep in subject interviews, her transition from photography to journalism, and telling stories of the pain behind the stoke in mountain communities. Leave your thoughts about this latest episode in the comments below!

Follow Katie: @katielo.photo
katielozancich.com
www.tetongravity.com
Shifting Gears

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Outside by Design is back this week with Kenzie Rodriguez, head of marketing at Outdoor Prolink. Kenzie talks about her activism, balancing her analytical and creative sides, and getting job offers at ski movies. Comment below with your feedback and let us know who you think we should interview next!

Follow Kenzie: @kung.fu.kenzie
www.outdoorprolink.com

This week on the podcast we interview the brilliant Abigail Wise! Abigail is the online managing editor at Outside Magazine, a freelance writer, and cofounder of Adventures in Wikipedia. Listen to Abigail talk about her work at Outside, what it's like being a type A creative, and how she's working to get female athletes the recognition they deserve. Leave a comment to let us know what you think and be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Enjoy the show. 

Follow Abigail: @abigailwise
www.abigailwise.com
www.adventuresinwikipedia.org

We're back this week with a new episode about the business of creativity in the outdoor industry. Abby Cooper - professional photographer, writer, media strategist, and athlete - talks about goal setting, creativity, work/life balance, and turning your passion into your profession. Listen and leave a comment to let us know what you think of the podcast!

Follow Abby: @abbydells
abbydellphotography.com

Season 3 of Outside By Design is back! This week Victoria Hunt, field rep for Specialized Bikes, talks about mountain biking, barriers to entry, and how to get your foot in the door of the outdoor industry.

​Enjoy the show, and look out for new episodes every Thursday!

Follow Victoria: @reallifemeatball
www.specialized.com