Buying Guides
REI Co-op Editors’ Choice Awards
REI Co-op Editors’ Choice Awards honor the best equipment and apparel we’ve been recommending for years, along with the latest innovative products.
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.
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Skills
How to Use Bike Gears
Learning about bike gears and shifting will help you understand how your bike works and what changes you can make for more enjoyable riding.
Care and Repair
How to Clean a Hydration Bladder
Cleaning your hydration reservoir can be an awkward task, but it’s not hard to do. We’ll give you a few tips to make it easier.
Skills
How to Read a Topo Map
A topo map is an indispensable navigational tool, but only if you know how to read it. In this article, we'll teach you the basics.
Skills
How to Train for Backpacking
Learn a few simple strength-training exercises to prepare you for backpacking. In this article you’ll find a simple workout plan and training tips.
Skills
Photo Composition: Seven Tips to Take Better Photos
Do you wish you were coming home with better photos of your big adventures? Use these composition rules to improve your images.