Venturous Voices: The Rise of the Outdoorsy Female Entrepreneur Gale Straub|May 10, 2017 Venturous Voices explores the rise of the female entrepreneur in the outdoor industry through the stories of four women-lead endeavors.
When Does Women-Specific Gear Matter? Ann Bieri|April 20, 2017 When does women’s-specific gear truly make a difference in fit and performance? We asked some REI experts to weigh in.
The Tale of the Iconic REI Quarter Dome Tent Aer Parris|March 21, 2017 Discover the fascinating story behind the iconic REI Quarter Dome Tent. Explore its history and design on the REI Co-op Journal.
REI Co-op Gear Roundup REI Staff|March 19, 2017 We listened to member feedback and consulted the experts who work in our stores. The result? Gear that’s built on purpose. Our gear is bu...
Stick With It: NEMO’s Founder Chases Mastery Cam Brensinger|February 28, 2017 Yesterday, I went ice climbing with some coworkers from NEMO. At the end of the day, as we were packing up, one of the novice climbers said,...
Backpacking Gear Roundup: Spring 2017 Co-op Exclusives REI Staff|February 28, 2017 Read on for our latest roundup of products, exclusively available at REI, ready to help you #OptOutside every single day.
Joy: The Gift of the Journey Ambreen Tariq|February 16, 2017 The smell of a roaring campfire on a cold night, as you sit around it with friends tracing your breath in the air and sharing old stories. T...
Reflect and Reset: Outessa Adventures Aer Parris|February 3, 2017 Outessa: A women’s weekend done differently. Rachel Collet is just one of hundreds of women who flocked to the two 2016 Outessa weekends. Watch her story.
How to Survive Winter in an Adventure Rig Kathleen Morton|February 3, 2017 No matter what type of adventure mobile you live in, these tips will help you get through freezing temps and winter storms. One of the bi...
5 Wilderness Hygiene Tips for Feeling Fresh in the Backcountry Shelby Carpenter|January 26, 2017 Stay fresh on your next backpacking trip with these wilderness hygiene tips, including the best backpacking underwear. Read more on REI's blog.
Semi-Rad: Welcome to My Adventure Vehicle Brendan Leonard|January 5, 2017 Semi-Rad shares the features of an adventure vehicle. Make sure the gear in the car is greater than the cost of the vehicle.
Gear Guide: Our Spring Must-Haves Ashley Brown|January 2, 2017 As spring inches closer, we begin to itch for something new. We long for the feel of dirt underfoot, of rock beneath our fingers. The eterna...
