Opinion: Put a Bell on It Amy Jurries|July 17, 2017 Read about the surprising reason why hikers wear cowbells! Read our opinion on why you should put a bell on your backpack before hitting the trails.
Black Diamond to Launch Climbing Shoe Line Shannon Davis|June 19, 2017 Three models debut this coming fall—exclusive to REI When Black Diamond's climbing category manager Kolin Powick stopped by our offices i...
Made in the South Julie Ellison|May 9, 2017 Six of the coolest climbing companies below the Mason-Dixon line When it comes to the climbing industry, mountain meccas like Salt Lake Cit...
Meet the South’s Biggest Little Mountain Bike Brand Brian Smith|April 25, 2017 An insider look at Cane Creek, a company that's changed mountain biking as we know it today From the first-in-flight Wright brothers to t...
How to Carry Hydration on the Trails Lisa Jhung|April 21, 2017 Stay hydrated on the trails with these tips for carrying water. Learn about the best hydration packs and bottles for running and hiking.
When Does Women-Specific Gear Matter? Ann Bieri|April 20, 2017 When does women’s-specific gear truly make a difference in fit and performance? We asked some REI experts to weigh in.
Haley Robison Leads the Way Abigail Wise|April 20, 2017 A Q&A with the CEO of Kammok, a hammock company that lives and breathes the Texas outdoors When you think of Texas, you probably don'...
The Resoling Revolution Amelia Arvesen|April 5, 2017 Learn the Resoling Revolution at REI: Can REI Resole Climbing Shoes? Find out how to extend the life of your favorite climbing shoes with our expert guide.
The Tale of the Iconic REI Quarter Dome Tent Aer Parris|March 21, 2017 Discover the fascinating story behind the iconic REI Quarter Dome Tent. Explore its history and design on the REI Co-op Journal.
REI Co-op Gear Roundup REI Staff|March 19, 2017 We listened to member feedback and consulted the experts who work in our stores. The result? Gear that’s built on purpose. Our gear is bu...
A New Wave of Climber Entrepreneurs Eileen Guo|March 14, 2017 Discover the inspiring story of Kyle Spence, a new wave climber and entrepreneur, who is taking the climbing world by storm.
Backpacking Gear Roundup: Spring 2017 Co-op Exclusives REI Staff|February 28, 2017 Read on for our latest roundup of products, exclusively available at REI, ready to help you #OptOutside every single day.
