Gear I Hold Dear: My Flash 52 Backpack Kelly Bastone|August 6, 2020 Neither ultralight nor ultraluxe, the REI Co-op Flash taught our tester to find bliss in moderation.
The Best Hiking Gear for Dogs Maren Horjus|August 5, 2020 You have good gear—why shouldn’t your dog? Whether you’re in the market for a new leash or your fluffer’s first pack, upgrade your pup's hiking kit with these products.
The Best Trail Snacks to Make at Home Sarah Grothjan|May 22, 2020 Reach for these backpacking snacks next time hunger strikes.
How to Dehydrate Food Ashley Brown|April 16, 2020 Whether you’re looking to preserve your food, switch up your snack game or prepare for a future backpacking trip, follow our tips for how to dehydrate food.
My Experience on NOLS’ First-Ever Leaders of Color Backpacking Trip Amanda Machado|February 28, 2020 One writer’s take on how outdoor culture changes when people of color lead the way.
In Search of the Perfect Sports Bra Ashley Brown|July 2, 2019 The author wore one bra for all 2,650 miles of the Pacific Crest Trail. Here's how it held up—and how to choose one that's right for you.
The 7 Coolest New Products for Backpackers We Found at Outdoor Retailer Ryan Wichelns|June 25, 2019 Whether you’re a newbie or an FKT-setting thru-hiker, keep your eyes out for these backpacking products.
The Best Snack Hacks for Any Outdoor Adventure Ashley Brown From summit banana splits to backcountry charcuterie, REI staff share their favorite tips, tricks and hacks to take outdoor snacking to the next level.
First Look: Garmin GPSMAP 66i Ebony Roberts|June 5, 2019 A look at the all-new Garmin GPSMAP 66i, the brand’s first full-featured handheld GPS equipped with inReach satellite messaging capabilities.
The Gear REI Members Love Ashley Brown|May 27, 2019 From camp chairs, to amphibious sandals, to cycling gloves, find out which pieces of gear are among REI Co-op members’ favorites.
