REI Presents: Cycle of Ancestry REI Staff|March 30, 2021 Watch "Cycle of Ancestry," a film about family, heritage and how your roots can shape your future.
How to Build Your Own Smart Indoor Bike Courtney Holden|March 15, 2021 You don't have to spend a fortune to get an immersive cycling experience at home.
A Favorite REI Pack Gets a Sustainable Upgrade Aer Parris|March 12, 2021 New this spring, the co-op reimagines the popular Flash 22 Pack with an undyed version just for members.
Good Gear: Nalgene Sustain Heather Balogh Rochfort|March 2, 2021 Plastic isn’t just plastic anymore. Specialty plastics provider Eastman is driving the circular economy by recycling single-use plastic water bottles into reusable bottles constructed by industry leaders Nalgene, CamelBak, and HydraPak.
Virtual Races Keep Runners Going Monica Prelle|February 1, 2021 In-person events may be postponed for now, but runners are staying motivated and finding community online.
Good Gear: On Jess Daddio|January 28, 2021 Waste not, want not. How Swiss footwear company On is driving zero waste in the industry by shifting to bio-based materials and launching Cyclon, its subscription-based recyclable running shoe.
A Climb for Greater Accessibility Morgan Tilton|January 22, 2021 Athlete and advocate Quinn Brett wants to improve all-abilities access in outdoor spaces nationwide. Now, she’s spearheading a new role with the U.S. Department of the Interior to help bridge the gap.
Hiking Through Illness Lornet Turnbull|January 22, 2021 An REI member explores her shifting relationship to the outdoors after being diagnosed with cancer last summer.
Recreate Responsibly: An Activity-Specific Guide REI Staff|December 30, 2020 Considering how to ski, hike, camp, paddle, climb or bike during the pandemic? Here’s what you need to know for specific outdoor activities.
A New Way to Experience the Adirondacks Amanda Loudin|December 28, 2020 Adirondack Hamlets to Huts aims to connect the region’s vast trail network with lodging, food and experiences in communities along the way. Although COVID-19 disrupted this year’s launch plan, the organization hopes to prove its vision in 2021.
How to Take Your Workout Outdoors Nicole Tsong|December 18, 2020 Make nature your gym this winter. Hear are 10 tips to staying active, getting fresh air and exercising outdoors.
Are Bike Messengers Gearing Up For a New Chapter? Jess Daddio|December 9, 2020 The internet disrupted the bicycle messenger industry. In the age of the pandemic, can technology revive the need for couriers?
