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The Rock Fight: Outdoor Industry & Adventure Sports Commentary

The Rock Fight: Outdoor Industry & Adventure Sports Commentary

De: Colin True - outdoor industry journalist
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Tired of the same old outdoor narratives? If your post-adventure chats are filled with laughter over mishaps, commiseration about broken gear, and celebrating real triumphs (and epic fails), then The Rock Fight is your new tribe. Imagine this: you're no longer stuck in echo chambers. After listening in, you'll be part of honest, unfiltered discussions that mirror the conversations you have with your closest outdoor buddies. You'll gain fresh perspectives and feel more connected to a community that speaks your language. On The Rock Fight we get into the topics others shy away from – the real, sometimes messy, and always engaging aspects of outdoor culture. Ever debated the best layering system for an imaginary ice planet adventure? We're there. Concerned about the true environmental impact of outdoor brands beyond the marketing spin? We're digging in. We're not afraid to challenge the conventional and offer the candid insights you crave. We're those voices around the campfire, on the chairlift, and at the pub who aren't holding back. Our diverse discussions are fueled by a genuine love for the outdoors and a healthy dose of skepticism towards the status quo. Our goal is to create meaningful conversations and a stronger sense of community for outdoor lovers who are ready for something real. So grab your rock, hit play, and get ready to step up and participate in The Rock Fight.Copyright 2025 Colin True - outdoor industry journalist Economía
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  • Salomon Goes Full Sneaker Brand & The Best Of The OMA Media Event

    Salomon Goes Full Sneaker Brand & The Best Of The OMA Media Event
    Jul 21 2025

    Today Colin and outdoor industry insider Eoin Comerford recap their time at last week's Outdoor Market Alliance Media Event. Here is the rundown!

    • Ortovox has returned fire! After criticizing the brands new mountain biking line on last week's episode, it looks like a brand representative from Ortovox may be appearing on the show soon. Stay tuned! (06:48)
    • Salomon's CEO wants to see the brand expand their products to provide more lifestyle options. A tricky proposition that others have also tried. (09:16)
    • The OMA Media Event has quickly become one of the most important industry events on the calendar for PR Agencies and the writers, YouTubers, and podcasters who make up the outdoor media scene. Colin & Eoin talk about how there is still room for the event to grow especially among the brands who would greatly benefit from the coverage they could get if they attended. (16:12)
    • Colin & Eoin's six favorite brands and products that they saw over the course of the two day event. (30:42)

    Lastly for The Parting Shot Colin has some choice words for his least favorite airport. (52:19)

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    57 m
  • A Deeper Look At The "New" Media Scene

    A Deeper Look At The "New" Media Scene
    Jul 18 2025

    Today's show was recorded in Colin's Denver hotel room during this week's Outdoor Market Alliance Media Event (don't worry, it's not as sexy as it sounds).

    Colin is joined by the Editor-In-Chief of Gearjunkie, Adam Ruggiero, to offer their initial thoughts on the OMA Media Event and use it as a springboard into a conversation about the "new" phase of outdoor media and how legacy media entities are responding to the rise of Substack, podcasts, and YouTube.

    They wrap up their conversation with the favorite thing they each saw at this weeks event.

    Click here to help those in need after the flooding of Texas' hill country.

    Thanks for listening! The Rock Fight is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.

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    Please follow and subscribe to The Rock Fight and give us a 5 star rating and a written review wherever you get your podcasts.

    Want to pick a fight with The Rock Fight? Send your feedback, questions, and comments to myrockfight@gmail.com.
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    52 m
  • The Switchback Post Mortem!

    The Switchback Post Mortem!
    Jul 16 2025

    Today we're dipping our toes back into the trade show world as Switchback and The Running Event show director Christina Henderson joins Colin to take analyze last month's inaugural Switchback Spring.

    They talk about what worked, what didn't, how the standalone show will impact Switchback at TRE, and what the outdoor industry can expect next year in New Orleans.

    Click here to help those in need after the flooding of Texas' hill country.

    Thanks for listening! The Rock Fight is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.

    Sign up for NEWS FROM THE FRONT, Rock Fight's semi-weekly newsletter by heading to www.rockfight.co and clicking Join The Mailing List.

    Please follow and subscribe to The Rock Fight and give us a 5 star rating and a written review wherever you get your podcasts.

    Want to pick a fight with The Rock Fight? Send your feedback, questions, and comments to myrockfight@gmail.com.
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    30 m
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