Vest Kept Secrets REI Staff|September 10, 2026 Three REI Green Vests share the camping hacks that have kept their gear effortlessly organized and work harder with each passing mile.
Why You Should Bring Cold Brew Camping Megan Lee|August 5, 2026 One coffee-obsessed camper offers her reasons for ditching the French press and bringing premade cold brew along for car camping trips.
Out There: Three REI Co-op Partners Bringing LGBTQ+ Community Into the Outdoors Jacqueline Kehoe|June 1, 2026 From ice climbing to summer camp, the LGBTQ+ community is finding more ways to be out and proud—with these organizations leading the way.
Step into Gear Testing at the REI Co-op Magnusson Lab Ever Meister|May 20, 2026 Ever wonder how REI Co-op brand gear's performance is evaluated ? Learn about the history of the co-op's onsite facility, the Magnusson Lab.
First Look: The North Face Universal Wawona 3 Tent Emily Pennington|April 14, 2026 A top-down look at a new tent designed to make the outdoors more accessible for everyone.
In Defense of the Burn Zone Wudan Yan|March 23, 2026 Burn zones are often viewed as eyesores to avoid. One hiker shares an alternate perspective.
Ask an Outsider: What are the Benefits of Ultralight Backpacking? Tips for Dating a Thru-Hiker? Mary Ashley Krogh and Owen Chikazawa|March 23, 2026 Two backpacking experts weigh in on the benefits of going ultralight and how to maintain a long-distance relationship with a thru-hiker.
Moving Through Chronic Pain Vanessa Nirode|December 18, 2025 Persistent aches and pains—whether from an injury or illness—can alter a person's ability to enjoy time outside. Experts and patients share their tips for managing discomfort on the trail.
The Goldilocks Vacation Tom Vanderbilt|December 10, 2025 How to make one vacation destination work for a family with very different ideas of "fun."
Just the Right Tone: REI Archive Color Brings the Past into the Present Sarah Gilman|October 13, 2025 Contemporary gear with a nostalgic look inspired by the REI heritage.
From Peak to Peak: A First Look at On x BEAMS x REI Co-op Ty Billman|September 22, 2025 In a global collaboration, On, BEAMS, and REI Co-op find a sweet spot between camping, running, and contemporary streetwear with an exclusive limited selection available online September 25, 2025.
Ask an Outsider: Should I Still Bury My Poop in the Backcountry? Mary Beth Skylis|August 29, 2025 One member writes to ask whether it's still appropriate to dig a cathole when nature calls, or whether we should pack all waste out. An expert weighs in.
