Winter Hiking with Emily Ford Emily Ford|January 15, 2023 Winter long-distance hiker Emily Ford loves the fourth season. She and her Alaskan husky, Diggins, have completed thru-hikes during the coldest months of the year, including the 1,200-mile Ice Age Trail in Wisconsin. She makes the case for trying winter treks. Listen to the podcast or read on for her gear tips and other recommendations.
What’s In My Pack with Emily Ford Emily Ford|January 11, 2023 We peek into what long-distance hiker Emily Ford brings along on winter expeditions. She and her Alaskan husky, Diggins, have completed thru-hikes during the coldest months of the year, including the 1,200-mile Ice Age Trail in Wisconsin.
Let’s Run Together Cassie da Costa|January 2, 2023 Run clubs are the new book club. At REI, we celebrate running and community, from LA to Seattle to NYC.
Gear Check: Running the Wonderland Trail at Mount Rainier Courtney Holden|January 2, 2023 REI senior sales manager Alan Ortega and his friend Devin Arnold ran 93 miles of Mount Rainier in Washington state. Here’s what they brought with them.
Ashley Davies: Creating Space for Diversity in Running Heather Hansman|January 2, 2023 How the Club Seattle Runners Division co-founder is expanding the reach and accessibility of running culture
Running School Giovanna Fischer|January 2, 2023 Runner Giovanna Fischer of the Black Roses running group explores how running is more than a sport or science—it’s a creative and collective practice.
The Best Mountain Biking Trails in Georgia William Beeker|December 29, 2022 The Peach State offers some great mountain biking experiences, if one knows where to look. Here’s one Southern expert’s top picks.
The Best Mountain Bike Rides Near Atlanta William Beeker|December 29, 2022 The “City in the Forest” is home to some amazing mountain biking. Take advantage of one rider’s guide to some top dirt therapy destinations.
Linville Gorge: A Hiker’s Paradise Madelyne Rose|December 29, 2022 Linville Gorge is a gem. This local guide will help prep you for a fun time in one of North Carolina’s most breathtaking hiking destinations.
Easy Is a Feeling Fiona Lowenstein|December 20, 2022 Living with new chronic health issues taught runner Fiona Lowenstein to respect easy-effort running as a way to embrace the activity.
7 New Year’s Resolutions for Runners Lily Krass Ritter|December 15, 2022 It’s a new year and a new running season. What’s on your agenda for 2023?
Brooks Caldera 6 Trail Running Shoe Review — Max Cushion and Max Confidence! REI Staff|December 14, 2022 I admit that when I first received the Brooks Caldera 6, I didn't think it would be the trail running shoe for me, but after putting close to 50 miles in the shoes I can definitely say that my mind has been changed!