An Ode to the Gear that Lasts Whitney James|September 20, 2017 Gear that wears in is better than gear that wears out. REI member Whitney James shares the story of her beloved blue sleeping bag from 1967, passed down from her dad.
The Rise of the Dirtbag Trail Runner Morgan Sjogren|September 18, 2017 Discover the world of dirtbag runners and their unconventional approach to trail running. Read about their inspiring stories on REI's blog.
5 Tips for a Crowd-Free Hiker’s Road Trip in the West Matt Wastradowski|September 15, 2017 Grab your map, pack and favorite playlist. It's time to hit the open road. Whether bagging the 14ers of Colorado, bouncing between Utah’s n...
REI Extended Sizing Update: More Sizes, More Women, Right Now Aer Parris|September 14, 2017 For the outdoor industry to claim we’re inclusive, we need to outfit all women. This is what we're doing and when we're doing it.
How a Runner Named Stringbean Broke Every Appalachian Trail Speed Record Jonathan Olivier|September 14, 2017 He packed light, pushed through pain, followed Fastest Known Time protocol to a T, and even stopped to enjoy the view. Ultrarunner Joe “...
Trails and Ales: Maine Lisa Wood Shapiro|September 14, 2017 3 craft breweries paired with 6 classic Maine hikes Since the 1980s, Mainers have been at the vanguard of the craft beer revival. There are...
Dealing with Disappointment in the Great Outdoors Whitney James|September 13, 2017 Plans to hike a Colorado fourteener turned into an unexpected trip to the ER. Whitney James shares you can learn from misadventures in the mountains.
Bethany Lebewitz Uses Instagram to Grow Inclusion in Climbing Cameron Fenton|September 12, 2017 @Browngirlsclimb is one of the many social media accounts changing the face of climbing.
Alpine Primer: Where to Escape the Crowds in the High Mountains Nick Mott|September 8, 2017 Discover the best spots for alpine climbing in Colorado! Escape the crowds and explore the high mountains with our comprehensive guide.
In Defense of the In-Town Ride Graham Averill|September 8, 2017 It might lack Whole Enchilada-esque views, but your hometown ride can feature actual enchiladas—and remind you how to be a kid again. My ...
What to Wear on a Hiking Date Aer Parris|September 6, 2017 Friends don’t let friends look too dorky in the woods. High-waisted hiking pants with tucked-in shirts, socks with sandals, cotton dresse...
Jenny Bruso’s Fight for a More Inclusive Outdoor Community Matt Wastradowski|September 5, 2017 “The switchbacks repeated themselves so many times I couldn’t tell what progress I’d made, but there it was, the last one before the crest. ...
