Cold-Weather Running Gear: The Perfect Kit REI Staff|September 30, 2024 Don't trade your sneakers for slippers just because it's cold. Read on for the best cold-weather running gear.
Climbing Gear Is Better Than Ever. Here Are 5 New Favorites. Astra Lincoln|September 6, 2024 The REI buyer for climb shoes and gear, Sarah Kendzior, recommends these five climbing products this season.
Stargazing Essentials REI Staff|September 3, 2024 Stock up before you look up: Here are our top gear and apparel picks to pack along for a night of stargazing.
Gear I Hold Dear: My REI Co-op Hiker Power Lock Staff M. John Fayhee|September 3, 2024 For this longtime member and avid hiker, one is better than two when it comes to hiking poles: Here's why he loves his REI Co-op Hiker Power Lock Staff.
The Perfect Kit for Birding Erica Zazo|August 30, 2024 Want to try bird-watching? Here’s everything you need to get started, including binoculars, a guidebook and more birder basics.
The Ultimate Leaf-Peeping Essentials Courtney Holden|August 30, 2024 Planning a hike to scope the fall foliage? We've got top gear picks for leaf-peeping include layers, hiking shoes, binoculars and more.
The Perfect Kit: What To Keep In Your Emergency Car Kit Cameron Vigliotta|August 20, 2024 Accidents happen. Bring these pieces of gear along for every ride so you’re prepared for everything from mechanical mishaps to a night out.
REI Guides Know Gear. Here’s What They’re Loving Right Now. REI Staff|August 20, 2024 The ultimate gearheads share their must-have favorites.
What’s In My Pack with Super-Thru-Hiker Lyla “Sugar” Harrod Lyla Harrod|June 14, 2024 The first openly transgender woman to complete the Triple Crown of thru-hiking shares her thru-hiking essentials (including luxury items)
Gear I Hold Dear: My Silk Pillowcase Mardi Fuller|June 12, 2024 For one avid backpacker, bringing a silk pillowcase outdoors is about more than maintaining hydrated locks—it symbolizes family, community and connection.
Behind the Designs: Q&A with Bradlee Thielen Tori Twine|May 31, 2024 Meet Bradlee Thielen, the artist behind this year’s REI Co-op Outside with Pride collection. We discuss their artistic vision and favorite outdoor activities.
Gear I Hold Dear: My Secondhand Teva Sandals from Re/Supply Jacqueline Kehoe|May 1, 2024 One writer discovers that she *does* love hiking sandals after finding the perfect pair of secondhand Teva sandals via Re/Supply.