A Cut Above: 60 Years of REI Co-op and Sven-Saw Courtney Holden|August 25, 2025 How a family run, single-product business became one of the co-op’s longest-standing partners.
Finding My Balance: How Trekking Poles Changed My Life After Vision Loss Kim Bell|August 20, 2025 How one legally blind REI Co-op Member regained her independence with a pair of trekking poles.
Stargazing Essentials REI Staff|August 19, 2025 Stock up before you look up: Here are our top gear and apparel picks to pack along for a night of stargazing.
Summer Camp Series: Dispersed Camping with Felicia Fullwood Summer Camp Series: Dispersed Camping with Felicia Fullwood|July 17, 2025 Transcript Welcome to the Wild Ideas Worth Living Summer Camp Series! In these bonus episodes, we’re exploring camping beyond the traditi...
First Look: Salomon X Ultra 5 Mid GORE-TEX Hiking Boot Ever Meister|April 1, 2025 We field tested this light, nimble update from Salomon that crosses a burly hiking boot with a flexible trail-running shoe.
The Perfect Kit for Camp Cooking Alisha McDarris|March 20, 2025 Elevate your camping meals with our favorite camp cooking gear, including camp stoves, dishes, kitchen organizers and more.
Member Memories: My REI Co-op Half Dome Tent REI Staff|February 28, 2025 13 REI Co-op Members share their favorite adventures (and misadventures) with the enduring REI Co-op Half Dome Tent.
The Perfect Kit: What To Keep In Your Emergency Car Kit Cameron Vigliotta|February 11, 2025 Accidents happen. Bring these pieces of gear along for every ride so you’re prepared for everything from mechanical mishaps to a night out.
First Look: Phaenom Ski Boots Megan Michelson|January 27, 2025 A new ski boot brand debuts with a hybrid two-buckle construction that delivers high-end performance, comfort, and repairability.
First Look: The Osprey Poco Soft Child Carrier Megan Lee|January 17, 2025 A hiking parent tested the lightweight, packable Osprey Poco Soft Child Carrier on the trail with her toddler to see how it performs.
The Snow Gear We’re Loving Right Now Drew Zieff|December 31, 2024 We gathered our favorite skiing and snowboarding gear and apparel to create the ideal setup for the occasion.
Everything You Need to Cold Plunge Jessica Bernhard|December 31, 2024 A cold-water dunk offers myriad benefits. Here’s the gear you need to feel confident (and cozier) getting started.
