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.
Gear I Hold Dear: My REI Co-op Fleece Katie Burke|November 7, 2024 Growing up and moving on is part of life, but having something familiar to hold onto—or snuggle into—helps one REI Co-op Member embrace change.
However You Get Outdoors, We’ve Got a Kit for That Erin Berger|October 8, 2024 Putting together the right outfit for the right outdoor place, time, season and reason is an art—a highly personal one. But REI Co-op brand hiking products can help.
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.
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.
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.
