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Two people and dog snowshoeing in wooded area.

Recreate Responsibly: An Activity-Specific Guide

REI Staff|December 30, 2020

Considering how to ski, hike, camp, paddle, climb or bike during the pandemic? Here’s what you need to know for specific outdoor activities.

A woman climbing on boulder

The Best Climbing Shoes of 2020

Sam Farquharson|December 22, 2020

We interviewed REI climbing experts and researched customer favorites to provide you with a roundup of the top climbing shoes. Whether you're into trad climbing to bouldering, here are some of the best rock shoes on the market right now.

Hikers make their way across the infamous knife edge on Capitol Peak in Colorado.

Accidents Happen. This Climbing Book Helps Turn Them Into Lessons Learned.

Maureen O’Hagan|October 5, 2020

The annual "Accidents in North American Climbing" has became one of climbing's key safety tools.

Alannah Yip climbing in British Columbia

How I Fell in Love with the Outdoors

Kimberly Beekman|September 17, 2020

Four Arc’teryx athletes share their stories and favorite gear.

drinking water

Staff Picks: The Best Water Bottles of 2021

Phuong Le|September 9, 2020

Whether you’re biking, running, hiking or just hanging, our staff's seven favorite water bottles will help you stay hydrated.

Meagan Martin: Climbing Warrior

Meagan Martin: Climbing Warrior

Meagan found climbing as a young child and it's now her passion. She's working to make the sport more accessible to everyone.

The Best Climbing Harnesses of 2019

Best Climbing Harnesses of 2020: Staff Picks

Miranda Webster|June 14, 2020

We picked the best rock climbing harnesses sold at REI to bring you our favorites for beginners, sport climbers, gym climbers and more.

Climbing on at-home wall

How to Build a Backyard Climbing Wall at Home

Graham Averill|May 19, 2020

Eager to grab on to some holds and get back on the climbing wall? Check out one climbers experience building his own backyard wall on REI Co-op Journal.

DIY: Make a Hangboard for Indoor Climbing Workouts

DIY: Make a Hangboard for Indoor Climbing Workouts

Ashley Brown|March 30, 2020

There’s nothing like a hangboard to take your climbing to the next level. Finger strength is critical for tackling difficult crimps, edges and jugs. Follow these easy steps to make your own DIY hangboard that can be personalized to fit your climbing style and routine.

Tent with cots and sleeping bags inside

How to Take Your Next Conference Call from Your “Tent”

Sarah Grothjan|March 25, 2020

Add a little fun to your next digital meeting with these outdoorsy Zoom backgrounds

How to Choose Headlamps

How to Choose Headlamps

REI Staff|March 9, 2020

Our guide to headlamps helps you understand light output, beam distance, run time, size and weight so you can choose the right one for you.

Kentucky’s Elusive Ice Climbing Is the Subject of a New Film

Kentucky’s Elusive Ice Climbing Is the Subject of a New Film

Graham Averill|February 21, 2020

A documentary with screenings this month reveals a local zeal for sending frozen pillars of ice when conditions are prime.

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