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.
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)
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 Shokz OpenRun Headphones Kamilah Journét|April 18, 2024 After transitioning from competitive to recreational running, the author starts training with music—and a gifted pair of bone-conduction headphones allow her to balance fun with safety.
Gear I Hold Dear: My Kula Cloth Christina Montoya Fiedler|April 1, 2024 The challenges of popping a squat outside deterred one writer from backpacking with her family—then she discovered the Kula Cloth.
First Look: REI Co-op Trailmade Collection Courtney Holden|April 1, 2024 Next-gen and longtime outdoors-lovers alike are looking for fun hiking and backpacking experiences. That’s exactly what the new REI Co-op Trailmade collection is designed to inspire.
The Perfect Kit for Spring Hiking Courtney Holden|March 18, 2024 Getting outside in the shoulder season requires prepping for a range of conditions. Be prepared with our list of favorite gear and apparel.
Gear I Hold Dear: My Ruffwear Highlands Dog Sleeping Bag Mary Beth Skylis|February 7, 2024 One member’s ode to a pup-tested, backpacker-approved sleep system for her four-legged best friend.
Gear I Hold Dear: My Arc’teryx Beta LT Jacket Lily Krass Ritter|February 6, 2024 We all have a few items in our gear closet that we hang onto far longer than gear shops recommend. There’s that sleeping bag pocked with hol...
