snow.sh (my company) hosted a strategy retreat in their Santa Cruz space last summer. It was fantastic. Clean, great access to downtown and surfing, a wonderful workspace that we could reserve with ample whiteboard and desk space.
I visited the Santa Cruz location, it is 2 blocks from a great surfing spot. A mix of co-working, co-living, and healthy lifestyle. I can see how it can become a big trend!
Very cool concept. It's one of the types where you think "Why didn't I think of that"! It surely is an offer that was just waiting to be placed in markets with entrepreneurial minds in a timely fashion. Cannot wait to see how it evolves from here.
Really pumped about Outsite! I've stayed at multiple locations from them, both in Santa Cruz and San Diego and have been blown away. For me traveling has always been exciting, but there's been a slight friction point around meeting new people when I get to a new destination and feeling connected and part of a community always took a bit too long. I felt that with Outsite, I could immediately get stuck in and be around super smart entrepreneurs and find a rhythm. They offer surfing, coworking, gyms nearby, great community dinners, events, bikes and so much more. I felt at home there from day one.
In fact, I've been so excited about them that they've been one of my first Angel investments, where I felt that they're really working on the next generation of co-working. Especially pumped to see where the new subscription model will take them, at $50/mo you'll now get stays at all Outsite location for around $35/mo. Haven't seen a model like this yet.
Looking forward to where Manu, Ashok and the team are taking this, can't wait to check out the Tahoe destination and looking forward to seeing them expand to 10+ destination by the end of the year. :)
I couldnt be happier at all of these positive comments about Outsite. I really believe in their vision of the future of work. I spent some time in a coliving space on the east coast and think this is a million times better - space to work, space to connect and (so importantly) space to play. Can't wait to stay at the Puerto Rico outpost. Congrats, guys!
I've been to the Outsite in Encinitas. The only down side is that co-working with a view like that could hamper productivity. But being able to work with the sounds of the waves and the birds while watching the sunset is a pretty unique experience.
@ryankuder Haha, thanks! I thought guys like @brantcooper kept you on track! BTW we're publishing a blog next week on the (proven) increase in productivity for people working at Outsite. An excerpt from Leo at Buffer: "I feel like I've been more productive in my 4 weeks at Outsite than any other week in 2015." You can help us A/B test the study ;)
I love the concept. There is nothing better than waking up, dipping into the ocean for a surf and starting the workday afterwards. I met Emmanuel in Bali last year and I have been following Outsite since then. I see great things coming for this team.
Outsite is definitely a great place to work, meet great people and have fun. If you want to know more about their concept, I made a review of their location in Santa Cruz here:
http://followthesol.com/outsite-...
Really excited to see Outsite on PH! I had the opportunity to stay at their Santa Cruz location for a week a few months back and had one of the best experiences of my life. The location was beautiful in a cozy part of town, but more importantly I was also able to be extremely productive and met some really great friends and connections while there.
This is definitely the future of co-working. The affordable subscription model and friendly team has me sold for years to come. Highly recommend everyone check out their website and visit a location close by :)
After hearing about Outsite from @AK_LaunchLeader, I've been escaping SF during the week to work on a book.
Feels like the perfect blend of Airbnb and co-working. Instant community in an amazing setting, and not just a random traveler's stopover. For deep work, this is a gamechanger.
@elliottsadams Thanks, E! Glad you've had a great experience with us and we're looking forward to the new book - and getting the first pics of you surfing ;)
I am currently exploring what it takes to be a nomad and the options. Outsite looks like an interesting one!!
You can read their story here@manuthan@AK_LaunchLeader tell us more :)
Immediately showed Outsite to my team as we all love Tahoe and take pretty regular team outings there. This seems like an awesome way to get away from the office, get work done, and then get out and enjoy life. Can't wait to try it out!
@agreenwaldhq Thanks! As part of building an inspiring global community, we also create events such as Startup Ski Bus, Code & Surf, Co-Working Pop-Up Day and Pitch on the Beach. We'd love for you to join us ;)
I know Emmanuel & company - always been a fan of Outsite from before and so excited to see it growing now. I stayed at the Santa Cruz location and it was great. I'd love to visit again. Looking forward to getting some locations in Hawaii!
I've spent time in Outsite's Santa Cruz location for a team retreat and I can tell we had an amazing time. Great people, great culture, great atmosphere. I can't wait to do this again!
To experience Outsite join us on the Startup Ski Bus; 5 investors (including @writerpollock from 500 Startups) and 15 founders coming together to Pitch on the Lift at Outsite Tahoe. We're giving away 2 all-expense paid passes (chartered bus from SF, ski gear and lift tix, catered meals): http://outsite.co/giveaways/win-...
Outsite grabbed me when I decided to sell my place in NYC after 15 years and move to North County San Diego. All I knew is I wanted to trade the concrete for the beach - but I still wanted to plug into the entreprenuerial and creative community. I met @manuthan who had just opened the new site in Encinitas after successfully piloting in Santa Cruz. Ever since I've been such an evangelist of Outsite that I jumped in to help with biz dev and create partnerships with groups like coding schools, co-working spaces and accelerators who organize educational and fun programs with us. Check out footage from one of our events here :)
https://youtu.be/ZHZns2QuNZE
And thanks everyone for your support!
@ak_launchleader@manuthan Hey Ashok, I'm an emerging business correspondent with The Economic Times, interested in reaching out to you about Outsite, please let me know where I can email you? Thanks!
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