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.
How The Bucket List Family Travels the World with Garrett Gee Shelby Stanger|April 28, 2026 Adventurer Garrett Gee turned a four month family trip in 2015 into The Bucket List Family, documenting world travel with his wife, Jessica, and their kids. What began as videos shared on YouTube and Instagram became a global family travel brand with millions of followers, built on experiences from shark diving in South Africa to hot air balloons in Turkey and biking through shrines and gardens in Japan.
Big Wall Climbing and Ultrarunning with Thomas Bukowski Shelby Stanger|March 24, 2026 In 2022, Thomas Bukowski took a risk that felt personal and professional by applying to The North Face athlete development program and pitching himself as a climber worth betting on. As a queer athlete from Hong Kong who found climbing later than most, he has long carried the feeling of being an outsider, then watched that narrative shift when he earned a place on The North Face climbing team. Since then, he has chased fear into major climbs in Argentina, Alaska, and Pakistan, and in 2024 he pushed into trail running by running the 211 mile John Muir Trail in four days.
Breaking the Self Supported Appalachian Trail FKT with Jeff Garmire Shelby Stanger|March 17, 2026 Jeff Garmire is a legend in the world of fastest known times with more than 20 FKTs on routes including the Appalachian Trail, Colorado Trail, Arizona Trail, and John Muir Trail. On September 21, 2025, he reached Mount Springer after setting a self supported FKT on the Appalachian Trail, completing the route in 45 days, 8 hours, and 37 minutes.
A Spiritual Approach to the Seven Summits with Wasfia Nazreen A Spiritual Approach to the Seven Summits with Wasfia Nazreen|December 23, 2025 Wasfia Nazreen is a Bangladeshi mountaineer and human rights advocate known for blending adventure with activism.
