REI Berkeley

Since 1975, REI Berkeley has been providing outdoor enthusiasts in the Berkeley, California area with top-brand gear and clothing for camping, climbing, cycling, fitness, hiking, paddling, skiing, snowboarding and more. We’re a complete Berkeley area bike shop, offering a full range of professional bike shop services to help keep you biking the Bay Area streets and trails year-round. Our ski & snowboard shop services will get your gear tuned up for the slopes. Looking to try a new activity before you buy? We offer a wide selection of outdoor rental equipment. Come let our staff of friendly experts help you get ready for your next adventure.

Where to find us

Address:

1338 San Pablo Ave
Berkeley, CA 94702
Phone: (510) 527-4140
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GPS Coordinates

37° 52.833' N
122° 17.683' W

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Normal Hours

M - F 10 am - 9 pm
Sat 10 am - 8 pm
Sun 10 am - 7 pm

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Classes and Events

	Date / Time	Classes and Events	Price	Register
1	3/17/20121:00 - 3:00 PM PDT	Advanced GPS Class: Using Computers and Maps Learn about the online tools available for GPS users. Working with various software tools, you will learn how to load maps and waypoints, create a trip and download it to a GPS. This class is a must for all GPS users wanting to integrate interactive mapping software to improve their trip planning! Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions, Gear List	Member: $40.00 Non Member: $60.00	register Spots left: 20 Total spots: 20
1	3/29/20127:00 - 8:30 PM PDT	Bay Area Backpacking Destinations: Ten to Begin Join avid hiker and author Jim Rogers for a digital presentation of 10 great backpacking trips within a one- to two-hour drive of anywhere in the Bay Area. Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 69 Total spots: 70
1	2/16/20127:00 - 8:30 PM PST	Breaking Trail: An Inspirational Evening with Arlene Blum Arlene Blum will share stories and photographs from her celebrated memoir, "Breaking Trail: A Climbing Life", and from recent adventures both in the mountains and in her scientific and policy work. Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 5 Total spots: 70
1	3/1/2012 - 5/30/201210:00 AM PST	California State Parks' SNO-PARK Program The California Department of Parks and Recreation operates 19 SNO-PARK sites- from Sierra City, south to Fresno, and east to the Mammoth Lakes area. Location: N/A \| More Info, Directions	Free	No registration required
1	3/1/2012 - 4/1/201210:00 AM PST	Discounted Prices on Ski Lift Tickets At REI: REI Members This winter, at your local REI stores, REI members may purchase adult, all-day lift tickets at a discount. Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	No registration required
1	3/6/20127:00 - 8:30 PM PST	Epic Rows: Across the Atlantic & North Pacific In '09, after two successful Atlantic Ocean crossings, Brit Mick Dawson skippered the first two-man team to row nonstop across the North Pacific Ocean, completing the 7K-mile journey from Japan to SF. Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 70 Total spots: 70
1	3/15/20127:00 - 8:30 PM PDT	Exploring Iceland Join photographers Mark and Cathy Pemberton for a digital presentation of their 10-day adventure in the "Land of Fire and Ice". Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 70 Total spots: 70
1	3/11/201211:00 AM - 12:00 PM PDT	Free Bike Repair Class-Safety Inspection Join an REI bike technician to learn how to maintain your bike in excellent working condition. Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 30 Total spots: 30
1	3/17/201210:00 AM - 12:00 PM PDT	GPS Navigation Basics Join an REI Outdoor School instructor as he or she leads you through the basics of GPS navigation. Learn how to use your pocket-sized navigator to pinpoint your location, mark waypoints and navigate to distant points. If you own a GPS unit, please bring it to the class. Some demo GPS units will also be available. This is an in-store class. Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions	Member: $30.00 Non Member: $50.00	register Spots left: 20 Total spots: 20
1	3/22/20127:00 - 8:30 PM PDT	Great Canyon Hikes of the Colorado Plateau Join Ken and Marcia Powers for a digital presentation of their latest adventure-exploring the red rock canyons of the Colorado Plateau. Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 70 Total spots: 70
1	2/18/20128:00 AM - 6:00 PM PST	Introduction to Outdoor Rock Climbing Class This is your opportunity to climb outdoors with professional rock climbing instructors. We'll teach solid fundamental skills such as belaying, crack climbing and face climbing. All gear is provided. Families are welcome; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult. Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions, Gear List	Member: $90.00 Non Member: $110.00	register Spots left: 7 Total spots: 12
1	3/18/20128:00 AM - 6:00 PM PDT	Introduction to Outdoor Rock Climbing Class This is your opportunity to climb outdoors with professional rock climbing instructors. We'll teach solid fundamental skills such as belaying, crack climbing and face climbing. All gear is provided. Families are welcome; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult. Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions, Gear List	Member: $90.00 Non Member: $110.00	register Spots left: 10 Total spots: 12
1	3/1/20127:00 - 8:30 PM PST	Lightweight Backpacking Basics Do you want to try backpacking but worry about carrying a heavy pack? Or, are you a backpacker who wants to lighten your load? An REI backpacking expert will provide excellent tips on lightweight backpacking techniques. Included are shelters, backpacks, food choices, and fuel efficiency. Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 53 Total spots: 70
1	3/8/20126:00 - 8:30 PM PST	Map and Compass Navigation Basics Come learn basic navigation skills using map and compass to find your way. In this in-store class you'll learn the parts of a compass, how to read a topographic map and how to use them in tandem. You'll learn how to pinpoint your location through triangulation and then navigate to new locations by following a bearing. Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions	Member: $30.00 Non Member: $50.00	register Spots left: 20 Total spots: 20
1	2/23/20127:00 - 8:30 PM PST	Muir Ramble Route: San Francisco to Yosemite Join Peter and Donna for a digital presentation of their 2006 ramble across California, which led to their creation of the Muir Ramble Route (MRR) from San Francisco to Yosemite over Pacheco Pass. Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 43 Total spots: 70
1	2/12/201210:00 AM - 6:00 PM PST	Park Tool School Hands-on Bike Repair Class The Park Tool School, offered year-round, will teach you the skills you'll need to keep your bike running well. Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions	Member: $130.00 Non Member: $150.00	register Spots left: 5 Total spots: 8
1	3/18/201210:00 AM - 6:00 PM PDT	Park Tool School Hands-on Bike Repair Class The Park Tool School, offered year-round at our Berkeley, Brentwood, and Concord stores, will teach you the skills you'll need to keep your bike running well. Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions	Member: $130.00 Non Member: $150.00	register Spots left: 8 Total spots: 8
1	3/1/2012 - 3/31/20126:00 AM PST	Preseason Lottery for Yosemite Half Dome Hiking Permits Application submission: March 1-31. Once the National Park Service installs the cables on Half Dome, you must have a permit to hike the Half Dome Trail past Sub Dome. Location: NA \| More Info, Directions	Free	No registration required
1	3/3/201210:00 AM - 8:00 PM PST	REI Berkeley Used Gear Sale-For Members Only Get your membership card ready, so you can check out the rock bottom prices on our used gear and clothing. Nonmembers may join today to take advantage of these bargains. Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	No registration required
1	3/4/201210:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST	REI Berkeley Used Gear Sale-For Members Only Get your membership card ready, so you can check out the rock bottom prices on our used gear and clothing. Nonmembers may join today to take advantage of these bargains. Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	No registration required
1	3/24/201210:00 AM - 8:00 PM PDT	REI Berkeley Used Gear Sale-For Members Only Get your membership card ready, so you can check out the rock bottom prices on our used gear and clothing. Nonmembers may join today to take advantage of these bargains. Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	No registration required
1	3/25/201210:00 AM - 5:00 PM PDT	REI Berkeley Used Gear Sale-For Members Only Get your membership card ready, so you can check out the rock bottom prices on our used gear and clothing. Nonmembers may join today to take advantage of these bargains. Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	No registration required
1	4/7/201210:00 AM - 3:00 PM PDT	REI Paddle Demo Day 2012-It's Free! Join REI experts at Shoreline Lake in Mountain View and at Spring Lake Regional Park in Santa Rosa to splash around in 2012's hottest new boats, stand up paddleboards, and paddling accessories. Location: Spring Lake Regional Park Boat Ramp \| More Info, Directions	Free	No registration required
1	3/24/201210:00 AM - 4:00 PM PDT	Sign Up for Golden Gate Audubon Birdathon As a sponsor of Golden Gate Audubon Birdathon, REI invites you to help raise funds for GGA's great programs, while learning all about birds. Sign up 10 am-4 pm, March 24 & 25 at REI Berkeley. Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions	See event details	See event details
1	2/8/20127:00 - 8:30 PM PST	Snowcamping Basics REI snowcamping specialist Andy Miksza will show you how enjoyable snowcamping can be, when you have the right gear and know-how. Location: Berkeley REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 47 Total spots: 70
1	3/3/20127:00 - 10:00 PM PST	The Banff Mountain Film Festival Tour Comes to Berkeley! REI is pleased to host special evenings of inspiring and thought-provoking, action, environmental, and adventure mountain films from the 2011 festival in Banff, Alberta. Tickets on sale Feb. 1st. Location: UC Berkeley Wheeler Auditorium \| More Info, Directions	See event details	See event details
1	3/4/20127:00 - 10:00 PM PST	The Banff Mountain Film Festival Tour Comes to Berkeley! REI is pleased to host special evenings of inspiring and thought-provoking, action, environmental, and adventure mountain films from the 2011 festival in Banff, Alberta. Tickets on sale Feb. 1st. Location: UC Berkeley Wheeler Auditorium \| More Info, Directions	See event details	See event details
1	3/4/20127:00 - 10:00 PM PST	The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour Comes to the San REI is pleased to host special evenings of inspiring and thought-provoking, action, environmental, and adventure mountain films from the 2011 festival in Banff, Alberta. Location: Wheeler Auditorium, UC Berkeley \| More Info, Directions	See event details	See event details
1	3/17/2012 - 3/18/20129:00 AM PDT	Wilderness First Aid at the Youth Science Institute REI is collaborating with the Wilderness Medicine Institute to offer a comprehensive 2-day course teaching you the wilderness medicine skills you need to recreate with confidence in the backcountry. Location: Youth Science Institute, Vasona Park, Los Gatos \| More Info, Directions	See event details	See event details