Celebrating 5 Years: Founders of Color Building Outdoor Brands with Path Ahead Ventures Jacqueline Kehoe|October 27, 2026 Climbing pants that actually fit, protein coffee for the trail, a helmet people want to wear and more: Meet five founders of color who are growing their brands with REI Co-op Path Ahead Ventures.
Gear Check: Jim Morrison’s Legendary Ski Descent of Mount Everest’s Hornbein Couloir Megan Michelson|October 19, 2026 Ski mountaineer Jim Morrison shares the gear he trusts for big expeditions, including his historic descent of Mount Everest’s Hornbein Couloir.
The Nature Gap Christopher Solomon|October 9, 2026 The first-ever American Nature & Health Survey, supported by the REI Cooperative Action Fund, gives researchers, healthcare leaders and policymakers a new way to track how Americans experience nature (or increasingly, don't).
What I Learned on a Guided Hiking Trip as a Seasoned Adventurer Jacey West|October 9, 2026 An experienced hiker and REI Co-op Member writes about returning to Yosemite on an organized group trip, and shares why seasoned adventurers shouldn't write off guided travel.
What I Learned at Arc’teryx Academy: 5 Reasons to Go Katie Botwin|September 29, 2026 Explore five reasons to attend Arc’teryx Academy, from pro-led clinics and mountain skills to community, films, music and new friends.
Our Public Lands: What Are They, and How Can We Protect Them? Jason Wise|September 23, 2026 Learn about the types of public lands in the United States and how to advocate for their maintenance and protection.
Ask an Outsider: What’s the Best Way to Prevent Chafing on Long Runs and Rides? Mary Beth Skylis|September 10, 2026 Is chafing just a part of the type 2 fun for distance athletes, or are there reliable ways to battle friction when running and biking? Our Outsider slathers on some solutions for your long adventures.
How It Works: The Enduring Influence of Vibram® Megagrip Amanda Loudin|September 8, 2026 On a cold, rain-soaked day last May, I joined a group of intrepid hikers to cover all 41 miles of the Appalachian Trail that run through Mar...
This or That: Trail Running vs. Road Running Mary Beth Skylis|September 3, 2026 We brought together two running experts, outdoor educator and REI Green Vest Kimmie Hamilton and former marathon American record holder Keira D’Amato, to settle the score: Which is better, trail running or road running?
Lights, Camera, Outside: How Documentaries Can Change Who Finds Connection in Nature Jacqueline Kehoe|July 22, 2026 REI Co-op and nonprofit environmental filmmaking organization The Redford Center to share stories about the power of nature to connect, heal and empower.
How to Pace an Ultramarathon Runner with Lisa Jhung Shelby Stanger|July 7, 2026 Trail runner and writer Lisa Jhung has paced ultramarathon runners for over 25 years, helping athletes through demanding miles to the finish.
Pedal On Sarah Grothjan|May 20, 2026 When a childhood tumor returns, a member turns to cycling to regain a sense of control.
