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                                                        ML Strategies, LLC
                                                        (617) 348-1811


                OUTPOST.COM ANNOUNCES LOW COST SHIPPING POLICY

Kent, CT -- April 26, 2001 -- Outpost.com (Cyberian Outpost, NASDAQ: COOL) has
announced a new low price shipping policy for customers.  Second day air
shipping will now begin at $3.95, instead of the recently announced $8.95, and
next day air will now begin at $5.95 instead of the previously announced $12.95.
Additionally, a ground option will be added shortly.

"These new prices are a substantial reduction from our current shipping fees and
offer more reasonable rates to many of our loyal customers," said Darryl Peck,
President and CEO.  "Further, we will continue to search for operating
efficiencies without sacrificing our commitment to great customer service."

Additionally, the Company announced that Michael Murray resigned from the Board
of Directors on April 24, 2001.


This press release may contain forward-looking statements, including statements
about our intention to cut costs, explore strategic alternatives and pursue
profitability.  The statements in this release are not guarantees of future
performance and actual results could differ materially from current expectations
as a result of numerous factors.  Potential risks and uncertainties include, but
are not limited to:  the availability of continued financing; the Company's
ability to address its financing obligations in light of its existing debt
obligations and market conditions; the results of efforts to implement the
company's business strategy, including filing for restructuring; the Company may
be unable to enter into strategic alternatives on favorable terms or at all,
computer sales may continue to slow, and/or its average order size may decrease;
the ability to attract and retain key personnel and customers; actual results in
connection with continuing or discontinued operations and other risks detailed
in the Company's reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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