Ask an Outsider: What’s the Best Way to Prevent Chafing on Long Runs and Rides? Mary Beth Skylis|September 10, 2026 Is chafing just a part of the type 2 fun for distance athletes, or are there reliable ways to battle friction when running and biking? Our Outsider slathers on some solutions for your long adventures.
How It Works: The Enduring Influence of Vibram® Megagrip Amanda Loudin|September 8, 2026 On a cold, rain-soaked day last May, I joined a group of intrepid hikers to cover all 41 miles of the Appalachian Trail that run through Mar...
This or That: Trail Running vs. Road Running Mary Beth Skylis|September 3, 2026 We brought together two running experts, outdoor educator and REI Green Vest Kimmie Hamilton and former marathon American record holder Keira D’Amato, to settle the score: Which is better, trail running or road running?
How It Works: Gravel Running Shoes Courtney Holden|August 31, 2026 If your daily runs take you across multiple types of terrain, then the burgeoning gravel shoe trend might deliver a better-than-ever underfoot experience.
Ultra Diaries: My Favorite Ultramarthon Gear Rebecca Campbell|August 20, 2026 Training for your first ultramarathon requires quite a bit of prep to get right. REI gear tester Rebecca Campbell fills us in on the gear that's getting her through long training days on her road to the Run to Sea Bournemouth 31-mile race in October.
Gear Check: Alison Mariella Désir Wants Runners to Band Together Fi Lowenstein|July 29, 2026 Through Harlem Run, her book Running While Black, the We Out Here Trail Festival, and her new PBS show, Alison Mariella Désir has spent over a decade making running more welcoming. Her movement practice centers the same values: joy, longevity and community over competition.
Step into Gear Testing at the REI Co-op Magnusson Lab Ever Meister|May 20, 2026 Ever wonder how REI Co-op brand gear's performance is evaluated ? Learn about the history of the co-op's onsite facility, the Magnusson Lab.
First Look: The North Face Ridgelite Waterproof Jacket Rachel Stottmann|March 5, 2026 One Expert Advice gear tester gives her first impressions of the new lightweight, breathable Ridgelite waterproof jacket from The North Face.
The Life We Have Christopher Solomon|February 18, 2026 The REI Co-op film The Life We Have explores runner Rob Shaver’s resilience and grace through decades of illness.
Ultra Diaries: Why I’m Running My First Ultramarathon Rebecca Campbell|January 29, 2026 Contributor Rebecca Campbell is training for her first ultramarathon race this year, balancing parenthood, work and chickens.
First Look: HOKA Challenger 8 Trail-Running Shoes Fi Lowenstein|October 7, 2025 The heavily anticipated update to the HOKA Challenger, a popular road-to-trail running shoe, is as comfortable as it is practical.
From Peak to Peak: A First Look at On x BEAMS x REI Co-op Ty Billman|September 22, 2025 In a global collaboration, On, BEAMS, and REI Co-op find a sweet spot between camping, running, and contemporary streetwear with an exclusive limited selection available online September 25, 2025.
