7 Reasons Why 2017 Is Already the Biggest Year in Climbing History Julie Ellison|July 14, 2017 And it’s only halfway over If you’re like me, July’s arrival is a natural time to drink a half-rack of PBR (gotta stay hydrated!) while l...
The Story Behind the Climber in the Unicorn Suit Shannon Davis|June 16, 2017 One of the climbing world's least important mysteries has been solved.
The Significance of Honnold’s Free Solo Shannon Davis|June 6, 2017 On June 3, 2017, Alex Honnold free soloed a main route on the iconic El Capitan without the use of ropes or other safety gear.
Lynn’s List: 5 Female Climbers Who Inspired Lynn Hill Corey Buhay|March 17, 2017 Hill pays homage to the women who pushed the limits at the genesis of American climbing and inspired her most. As far as the number of fe...
The Climbing World Reacts to the Death of Royal Robbins REI Staff|March 15, 2017 The climbing pioneer passed away yesterday at the age of 82. Royal Robbins paved the way for many climbers who came after him. Born in 19...
The Climbing Sensei Nancy Prichard Bouchard|February 21, 2017 Elite climbing coach Justen Sjong on the importance of training—and how to do it right. There was a time when training was a deep, dark s...
Yosemite National Park Visitor Guide REI Staff|February 20, 2017 One of the crown jewels of California, Yosemite National Park boasts spectacular granite peaks, iconic waterfalls and pristine rivers and streams.
The Wild History of Yosemite’s Most Popular Route Andy Selters|January 25, 2017 The Snake Dike was a Stone Masters' consolation prize Mighty Half Dome practically embodies an American icon of impregnability. Before Sna...
Yosemite Backpacking Packing List REI Staff|January 20, 2017 The following list is designed for a non-guided backpacking trip in Yosemite. If you’re going with a commercial group, check with the guide ...
Adam Ondra and the Evolution of Valley Climbing Corey Buhay|November 28, 2016 Tommy Caldwell, Peter Croft, Alex Honnold, Cedar Wright, and Conrad Anker weigh in on Ondra’s ascent of the Dawn Wall and the future of clim...
5 Great Breweries Inspired by Climbing Ryan Wichelns|November 16, 2016 Climbing and beer have, historically, paired quite well together. Climbing, then celebrating with beer. Obviously. There are tons of bee...
8 Secret Hikes in National Parks Abigail Wise|August 22, 2016 Hand-picked by the people who know them the best Our National Park System manages more than 80 million acres of sparkling waterfalls, vir...