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What The North Face’s Earth Day Petition Tells Us About Brands Taking a Stand

Greg Dyer//April 22, 2019

The North Face wants Earth Day to become a national holiday. It's the latest example of how the relationship between businesses and consumers is changing. Read More...

4 Things to Get Excited About for Mountain Bike Season

Tony Gill//April 22, 2019

A little preparation goes a long way, so we asked a few experts what they do to get the most from the best aspects of mountain bike season. Read More...

Kai Lightner reaches for a hold high above the ground while sport climbing.

Kai Lightner Trades A Big Climbing Dream For College and Helping Others

Julie Ellison//April 19, 2019

When Kai Lightner began a competitive entrepreneurship college major, he also had a goal of rock climbing in the summer games. Now his focus has shifted. Read More...

Want To Climb In Patagonia, But Feel Intimidated?

Emily Hopcian//April 16, 2019

Rock climbing in Patagonia isn't just for professional alpinists. These six areas offer plenty of fun routes for beginner to intermediate climbers, too. Read More...

The Peak Design team works together at a desk in their office.

Peak Design: A Crowdfunded Company

Aer Parris//April 16, 2019

Peak Design is an unusual company. Every single one of their products has been created via Kickstarter campaigns. And they continue to use this model. Read More...

Boston Marathon Wraps Up with a Close Finish

Dana Hatic//April 15, 2019

Worknesh Degefa, Lawrence Cherono, Manuela Schär and Daniel Romanchuk among the elite competitors to secure victory in the 123rd running of the world's oldest annual road race. Read More...

The back of a bison jam at Lower Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park.

What is Overtourism?

Brigid Mander//April 12, 2019

The impacts of a growing tourism sector can be managed by areas willing to protect resources and residents, but we all need to be part of the solution. Read More...

David Bernhardt, wearing a jacket and tie, sitting at a wooden desk

David Bernhardt Confirmed as Interior Department Secretary

REI Staff//April 11, 2019

David Bernhardt, a career lawyer and lobbyist, was confirmed as the new Interior Department Secretary in a vote today in the Senate. Read More...

Pedaling 2,000 Miles Through the American Southwest With Type 1 Diabetes

Olivia Dwyer//April 11, 2019

Annalisa van den Bergh and Erik Douds are cycling from Los Angeles to Santa Fe to share what it’s like to be an adventure cyclist with Type 1 diabetes. Read More...

A skier rides powder at Revelstoke, British Columbia.

Ikon Vs. Epic: How to Find the Best Ski Pass for You

Megan Michelson//April 8, 2019

Next winter’s season passes are on sale now—and prices will increase in April. Here’s how the competing passes stack up. Read More...

Three friends pack a green car with an orange surfboard on top. They are in front of a large ivy-covered wall.

What is the Circular Economy?

Aer Parris//April 8, 2019

Most products move from the planet's resources to the landfill. Some companies are seeking to change that linear pattern to a circular one. Read More...

Four hikers stand close on top of a stump near the coast, with gray clouds in the distance.

What Is REI Doing About Extended Sizing in 2019?

Aer Parris//April 8, 2019

REI is committed to expanding the selection of quality apparel and gear for women of all sizes. This year is no different. Here's how. Read More...