Paul Hlina’s Thru-Hike Cinnamon Janzer|October 23, 2017 In 1995, Paul Hlina became the first person to complete Minnesota's Superior Hiking Trail—and he did it on crutches. Two decades later, loca...
Meet the Shredders of the All-Women Sturdy Dirty Enduro Series Shawnté Salabert|October 20, 2017 The Sturdy Dirty Enduro Series is the first women-specific enduro mountain bike race in the country. For summer 2018, the three-race series is scheduled to take place in Oakridge, OR; Silver Mountain, ID and Tiger Mountain, WA.
I’ll Always Give Up a Powder Day to Go Skiing with My Kids Rachel Walker|October 18, 2017 Read about the magic of Dilly Dally Alley in Winter Park with your kids! Read about one family's love for skiing together at rei.com
Kilian Jornet’s Mountain Reign Morgan Tilton|October 17, 2017 On suffering, doping and victory: a Q&A with one of today's most famous runners Kilian Jornet hardly needs an introduction. The ski m...
Hayden Kennedy and Inge Perkins: Bright Lights Extinguished Too Soon Chris Van Leuven|October 13, 2017 Read about the inspiring story of Hayden Kennedy and Inge Perkins, two bright lights in the climbing world whose legacies live on.
Trail Sisters: Meet Asheville Renaissance Runner Ashley Hunter Arnold Gina Lucrezi|October 12, 2017 When she's not speeding by on the trails of Pisgah, you can find her teaching yoga, writing and producing running films. The Southeast is...
Hike the Washington Side of the Columbia River Gorge Matt Wastradowski|October 10, 2017 If you need your Gorge fix while fire restoration work continues in Oregon, there's good news: The Washington side of the Gorge remains mostly unscathed.
Top 5 Takeaways from Accidents in North American Climbing 2017 Dougald MacDonald|October 10, 2017 Learn from the top 5 rock climbing accidents in North America in 2017. Stay safe and informed with REI's expert analysis.
Online Used Gear Beta Gets More Gear to More People Vik Sahney|October 9, 2017 For the first time ever, you can shop for lightly used outdoor gear and clothing on REI.com. Learn more about the new REI Co-op Used Gear Beta.
The Surprising Frequency of Rockfall in Yosemite National Park Chris Van Leuven|October 4, 2017 Discover the dangers of El Capitan rock fall climbing in Yosemite National Park. Learn how to stay safe and avoid accidents.
Climbing Road Trip: Autumn’s Best Crags Nick Mott|October 4, 2017 Autumn offers some the best climbing of the year. Here's where to send.
How to Turn Your Outdoor Passion into Your Profession REI Staff|October 4, 2017 Discover how to become a REI gear tester and turn your outdoor passion into a profession. Read our guide on the REI blog today!
