Black Diamond Distance

Learn the different ways to travel in the backcountry in winter, including telemark and randonee skiing, snowshoeing and splitboarding.

Snowshoeing is an easy, fun and relatively low-risk winter activity—as long as you follow a few basic guidelines about avoiding avalanches.

Learn how to fix a broken tent pole in the field and at home with these expert tips.

Our REI field testers pick their 8 favorite headlamps for running, camping, backpacking and more.

Learn what backcountry ski accessories you may need, including climbing skins, ski crampons, climbing wires, ski leashes and knee pads.

These are our favorite picks for rock climbing shoes, whether you're bouldering, sport climbing or trad climbing. Find your perfect climbing shoes at REI.