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Expert Advice

Your go-to source for expert outdoor knowledge you can trust. All the information you need to learn new skills, choose and maintain gear, prep for your trips and have amazing adventures.

Editor's Picks

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Gear Guides

REI Co-op Editors’ Choice Awards

111 reviews with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars

REI Co-op Editors’ Choice Awards honor the best equipment and apparel we’ve been recommending for years, along with the latest innovative products.

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Skills

Yoga for Runners

13 reviews with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars

Learn more about the benefits of yoga for runners, key postures to focus on and how to get started.

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Skills

Resistance Band Workouts

79 reviews with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars

Here are four exercises you can do at home or on the road using lightweight, versatile resistance bands.

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Skills

5K Training Plan for Beginners

1 reviews with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars

Learn how to run a 5K, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned runner, at REI. We have tips to help you run the distance, and maybe even enjoy it.

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Gear Guides

Tested: The Best Hiking Boots of 2022

257 reviews with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars

Our testers spent months putting the best hiking and backpacking boots sold at REI through their paces. The nine in this list are the top performers.