9 of Colorado’s Top Hikes Laura Bauer|September 23, 2016 Learn the beauty of Upper Buffalo Wilderness on one of Colorado's top hikes. Explore stunning landscapes and wildlife on this unforgettable adventure.
The Best High-Elevation Runs in the Country Laura Bauer|September 16, 2016 Discover the best high elevation runs in the country and take your running to new heights. Learn how to train and prepare for running at higher elevations on REI's blog.
Stay Psyched to Train—Even in the Midst of a Blizzard Morgan Tilton|September 14, 2016 You’re tired, you had to work late, it was two-for-one margaritas at your favorite bar. Stuff happens, but you can still stick to a solid tr...
How Ultrarunner Joe Grant Biked to and Summited All of Colorado’s 14ers Morgan Tilton|September 12, 2016 The best way to explore your home state? Through self-propelled, local adventure. In just over a month, ultrarunner Joe Grant, who finish...
5 Best Hikes to Waterfalls in National Parks Laura Bauer|September 9, 2016 We've rounded up some of the prettiest waterfall hikes in our national parks. Find the perfect waterfall hike in your local park at the REI Co-Op Journal!
The Softrock 100 Yitka Winn|July 14, 2016 Discover the ultimate challenge for trail runners with the Soft Rock 100. Explore the rugged terrain and stunning views on this epic course. Learn more on REI's blog.
Book Excerpt: Sixty Meters to Anywhere Brendan Leonard|May 11, 2016 Brendan Leonard, creator of semi-rad.com, is a good dude with a powerful story to tell. The following is an excerpt from his book Sixty Mete...
Best Mountain Biking in Colorado’s Front Range Shannon Davis|April 18, 2016 Close to Denver, the Front Range has a variety of mountain bike rides for any skill level. See some of the MTB Project and REI employee's top picks here.
Making a Rope That Matters Shannon Davis|March 3, 2016 Edelrid's Boa Eco 9.8 sets a new standard in green construction. The basics of the modern climbing rope haven't changed much since Edelri...
Get Yourself to Steamboat Springs This Winter Ali Carr Troxell|February 5, 2016 Steamboat Springs is a winter wonderland destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Spend the day hitting the slopes and then hit the town for some après ski.
Finding Home on the Continental Divide Trail Chilton Tippin|October 29, 2015 Continental Divide Trail winds throughout the middle of the United States. A recent thru-hiker shares his multi-month backpacking experience.
Celebrating National Public Lands Day with COMBA Whitney James|October 5, 2015 A volunteer shares giving back to local mountain biking trails during National Public Lands Day. Join in the efforts of outdoor stewardship with REI.