Check out REI's ever-expanding collection of infographics. They're packed with fun facts, cool illustrations and expert advice. Find out how to choose gear, pick up new skills and dive into the science of the outdoors. Plus, learn tricks for making s'mores, surviving zombie outbreaks and more. If you like what you see here, be sure to like our Facebook page, where we share our latest infographics first.
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Cycle Denver: The Lowdown on a Great Cycling Town
Explore why the riders of Denver, Colorado voted their city to be the champion of REI's inaugural Cycling Town Showdown!
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Take Your Workout into the Outdoors
Get fitter and stronger for all of your outdoor adventures in Nature's Gym. REI offers a starter workout plan and exercise tips, plus gear, shoes and fitness clothing, to help you make it happen. Gear up for Nature's Gym!
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Learn how to do side planks from the experts at REI. Side planks are a great exercise to perform outdoors. Take your workouts outside to Nature's Gym and get fitter and stronger for all your outdoor adventures.Watch the video here.
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Learn how to do jump ups from the experts at REI. Jump ups are a great exercise to perform outdoors. Take your workouts outside to Nature's Gym and get fitter and stronger for all your outdoor adventures. Watch the video here.
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Learn how to do push ups from the experts at REI. Push ups are a great exercise to perform outdoors. Take your workouts outside to Nature's Gym and get fitter and stronger for all your outdoor adventures. Watch the video here.
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Nature's Gym 101: Triceps Dips
Learn how to do triceps dips from the experts at REI. Take your workouts outside to Nature's Gym and get fitter and stronger for all your outdoor adventures
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How to Choose and Fit a Backpack
Hit the trail with a pack that fits your trip and your body. This infographic shows you how. It includes instructions for measuring your size and making all the right adjustments for a custom fit.
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Backpacking is all about sharing good times with your friends out on the trail. REI helps make it happen with sweet new gear. But don't take our word for it. Check out what everybody's favorite retro comic book heroes, Brendon Backpack and the Campout Crew, have to say!
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Selecting a SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard)
(3/2013) Explore some quick tips on selecting a new SUP best suited to your own body weight. For more reading, check out the Expert Advice article Stand Up Paddleboards (SUP): How to Choose.
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13 Essential Tools for Surviving a Zombie Outbreak
(10/2012) Zombie outbreaks happen. Gear up with REI to avoid getting eaten by moaning masses of undead cannibals. This infographic provides an overview of the 13 essential pieces of equipment you'll need as well as step-by-step illustrations demonstrating critical zombie survival skills. Check out the printable zombie goodies or download the infographic as a PDF.
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The information in our How to Choose Running Shoes infographic can help you make the right decision about which shoes to buy—we'll lead you through the most important details to consider. Shopping at the store? Print out the infographic and bring it along!
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Choosing a 3-Season Sleeping Bag
Get some hard facts about a very soft subject—sleeping bags! Take a closer look at some of the key differences between 3-season bags and be amazed by how light and compressible they can be!
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Overwhelmed by all the different kinds of bikes out there? Relax. We've taken the guesswork out of choosing the right bike. Cruise through our flowchart to find the bike that best matches your personality.
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How to Find the Right Backpack at REI
Need a break from the daily multitasking merry-go-round? Trade in your digital devices for boots and backpacks—they're your ticket to off-the-grid adventures and the wonders of the backcountry! With the right pack and a little preparation, you can head out for a day hike or a through-hike and say "CUL8R" to the daily grind.
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The classic campout treat is celebrated with a close examination of its history, science and technique.
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Hiking the Beautiful USA: US National Scenic Trails Map, Packing Tips and Trivia
Plan a fun and safe hiking trip with a little help from this REI infographic. Our illustrated map gives you a bird's-eye view of the United States' 11 National Scenic Trails which measure more than 18,753 miles combined. You'll also find tips on what to bring, and trail trivia.
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A fun and informative look at footwear fashion—from prehistory to the present. Any list with both Pee-wee Herman and Michael Jordan on it is going to be interesting. And Birkenstock sandals have been around for how long?
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10 Tent Tips for Happy Camping
Have you ever woken up to a soggy tent or struggled with stubborn stakes? Read our infographic and learn 10 tent tips for happy camping!
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Skiing Calorie Counter: Burn to Earn
Sure, enjoying food and drink after a day on the slopes is a given. But how long do you need to ski to offset that cheeseburger and chili fries or triple-grande-caramel-whipped-cream latte? Before you step into your downhill skis, take our winter calorie meter for a spin and see how long you need to hit the slopes to burn and earn your favorite foods!
Science of the Outdoors
More Infographics
Gearing up to make some turns? Drop into this infographic to get the inside line on the main categories of downhill skis: backcountry, all mountain, powder, and park and pipe. Plus find out why rocker is awesome and how to choose the right ski length.
The Common Rain Boot: A Compendium of Curiosities and Little-Known Facts
Seen from mud puddle to fashion runway, rain boots—a.k.a. Wellies, gumboots or galoshes—are so much more than waterproof rubber footwear! Read our infographic below to learn more about rubber boots than you ever thought possible.
Harnessing the Power of the Sun
Learn the "why" and "where" of REI's investment in solar technology, plus other fun facts about the sun. Who knew energy management could be this much fun?
Removal of Cactus Spines from the Skin
Examine the most popular tecniques of removal—from pulling with teeth to adhesive tape—and their estimated rate of success.
A striking visual list of our 2012 grant partners. REI was honored to grant $3.9 million to more than 260 nonprofits working to restore the places we all love to explore. Each of these leading organizations is taking care of trails, parks or waterways in its community by rallying volunteers to give back.
Learn more about our commitment to the outdoors in REI’s 2011 Stewardship Report.
The Ultimate Black Friday Campout Guide
REI's Ultimate Black Friday Campout Guide can help make waiting in line fun, festive and cozy.
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