REI Asheville

REI Asheville provides outdoor enthusiasts in the Asheville, North Carolina area with top-brand gear & clothings for camping, climbing, cycling, fitness, hiking and more. We’re a complete Asheville area bike shop, offering a full range of professional bike shop services to help keep you biking the streets and trails year-round. Looking to try a new activity before you buy? We offer a wide selection of outdoor rental equipment. Let our staff of friendly experts help you get ready for your next adventure in the Asheville, North Carolina area. We have everything you need for cycling the Blue Ridge Parkway, climbing in Pisgah National Forest, hiking the Appalachian Trail and more good times outdoors.

Where to find us

Address:

31 Schenck Parkway
Asheville, NC 28803
Phone: (828) 687-0918
FAX: (828) 687-0958
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GPS Coordinates

35° 29.106' N
82° 33.234' W

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Normal Hours

M - F 10 am - 9 pm
Sat 10 am - 9 pm
Sun 11 am - 6 pm

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Classes and Events

	Date / Time	Classes and Events	Price	Register
1	2/14/20129:00 AM - 3:00 PM EST	"Work and Learn Parties" with the Nature Conservancy The Nature Conservancy is kicking off a new workday season here in the Mountains. We are starting a little earlier in the year and making things a little more exciting! Location: Details given upon registration. \| More Info, Directions	See event details	See event details
1	2/23/20127:00 - 8:15 PM EST	Core Strength for the Outdoor Athlete Presentation Cornerstone Physical Therapy will demonstrate core training exercises and stretches to increase your endurance, agility, and improve your outdoor activities. Location: Asheville REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 21 Total spots: 30
1	2/10/201210:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST	French Broad River Paddle Trail Service Project Join the Western North Carolina Alliance to help build the French Broad River Paddle Trail. Location: Location will be announced upon RSVP. \| More Info, Directions	See event details	See event details
1	2/24/201210:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST	French Broad River Paddle Trail Service Project Join the Western North Carolina Alliance to help build the French Broad River Paddle Trail. Location: Location will be announced upon RSVP. \| More Info, Directions	See event details	See event details
1	2/8/20127:00 - 8:00 PM EST	Garmin Forerunner Basics Bring your Garmin Forerunner (110, 210, 305/310, 405/410, or 610) for a hands-on course that will explore all of the basic functions offered on the Forerunners. Location: Asheville REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 7 Total spots: 20
1	2/16/20127:00 - 8:15 PM EST	Heart Rate Monitor Training Class Want to learn about heart rate monitors so that you can add it to your athletic performance? Location: Asheville REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 26 Total spots: 30
1	2/4/201210:30 AM - 3:00 PM EST	Hike the Wallhalla Trail at Cataloochee Ranch Join Southern Appalachian Highland Conservancy and Friends of the Smokies for the first hike of the year! Location: Meeting location will be given upon RSVP. \| More Info, Directions	See event details	See event details
1	3/26/201211:00 AM - 7:00 PM EDT	Mad Mountain Mud Run on June 3 Are you mad enough? Come Join WNC's first mud run in beautiful Hendersonville, NC. Location: TBA \| More Info, Directions	See event details	See event details
1	2/22/20127:00 - 8:15 PM EST	Map & Compass Navigation Basics Learn navigation using map and compass. You'll learn the parts of a compass, how to read a topo map and how to use them in tandem. You'll learn to pinpoint your location and navigate using a bearing. Location: Asheville REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 7 Total spots: 30
1	2/15/20127:00 - 8:15 PM EST	Morris Broadband Half Marathon at DuPont Training Get all the necessary information you will need to train for the Morris Broadband 1/2 Marathon at DuPont...or any other half marathons! Location: Asheville REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 21 Total spots: 25
1	2/27/201210:00 AM - 9:00 PM EST	REI Asheville Now on Facebook and Twitter Follow REI Asheville on Facebook and Twitter to hear about store events, local nonprofit organization events, outdoor related tips, and what fun adventures our store and staff are up to! Location: Asheville REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	No registration required
1	3/25/201210:00 AM - 9:00 PM EDT	REI Asheville Now on Facebook and Twitter Follow REI Asheville on Facebook and Twitter to hear about store events, local nonprofit organization events, outdoor related tips, and what fun adventures our store and staff are up to! Location: Asheville REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	No registration required
1	2/15/2012 - 2/16/201210:00 AM EST	REI Asheville Now on Facebook and Twitter Follow REI Asheville on Facebook and Twitter to hear about store events, local nonprofit organization events, outdoor related tips, and what fun adventures our store and staff are up to! Location: Asheville REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	No registration required
1	2/29/201210:00 AM - 9:00 PM EST	Ramble Run 5K/12K on May 12 Join the 2nd Ramble Run in Biltmore Park on May 12. The event features a 5K and 12K that have significant portions of their courses inside the exclusive and beautiful Ramble community. Location: Biltmore Park Town Square \| More Info, Directions	See event details	See event details
1	3/30/201210:00 AM - 9:00 PM EDT	Ramble Run 5K/12K on May 12 Join the 2nd Ramble Run in Biltmore Park on May 12. The event features a 5K and 12K that have significant portions of their courses inside the exclusive and beautiful Ramble community. Location: Biltmore Park Town Square \| More Info, Directions	See event details	See event details
1	2/29/201210:00 AM - 7:00 PM EST	Smoky Mountain Relay on April 20 - 21 12 Runners, 2 Vans, 205 Miles... and an experience that lasts a lifetime! The Smoky Mountain Relay offers breathtaking views, challenging terrain and a memorable adventure you won't forget. Location: Visit website for details. \| More Info, Directions	See event details	See event details
1	3/31/201210:00 AM - 9:00 PM EDT	Smoky Mountain Relay on April 20 - 21 12 Runners, 2 Vans, 205 Miles...and an experience that lasts a lifetime! The Smoky Mountain Relay offers breathtaking views, challenging terrain and a memorable adventure you won't forget. Location: Visit website for details. \| More Info, Directions	See event details	See event details
1	2/5/201211:30 AM - 5:00 PM EST	Thru-Hiking the AT: A Full Day Comprehensive Class Thru-hiking the AT this year or interested in a future hike? Want to learn the white blazes like the back of your hand? Join REI staff thru-hikers for a comprehensive class on the AT. Location: Asheville REI \| More Info, Directions	Member: $25.00 Non Member: $50.00	Closed
1	2/24/20126:30 - 7:30 PM EST	Ultimate Hike Information Session Hike 26.5 miles in one day on the Foothills Trail to make a difference in the lives of children with cancer. Location: Asheville REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	No registration required
1	2/7/20126:30 - 7:30 PM EST	Western Carolina Paddling Club Meeting: Chris Gragmans Western Carolina Paddling Club will host a presentation by locally based extreme kayaker Chris Gragmans. This meeting is open to the public and free. Location: Asheville REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	No registration required
1	3/31/2012 - 4/1/20129:00 AM EDT	Wilderness First Aid at REI Charlotte 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: REI Charlotte \| More Info, Directions	See event details	See event details
1	2/9/20127:00 - 8:30 PM EST	Women's Bike Maintenance Basics If you ride a bike, you need this class! Learn the basics to maintain your own bike! This class is for women only. Location: Asheville REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 10 Total spots: 30
1	2/28/20127:00 - 8:15 PM EST	Women's Bike Maintenance Basics II Ready for the next level of maintaining your bike? Join us for this free class. Open to women only. Location: Asheville REI \| More Info, Directions	Free	register Spots left: 23 Total spots: 30