Rewilding Chicago: Bringing the Outdoors Into the City Aer Parris|June 12, 2018 What happens when people start dreaming around an old industrial site? Apparently, one of the biggest bike parks in the country.
Rewilding Our Cities Aer Parris|June 11, 2018 At REI, we're on a mission to enable more transformational experiences in the outdoors for all. In 2018 alone, we’ll invest approximately $8.8M in projects, outdoor places and organizations that are increasing access to the outdoors.
The Most Obscure Yet Hotly Contested Ski World Record Megan Michelson|June 8, 2018 It’s been years since someone has touched the world record for most vertical feet skied in 24 hours. But now, suddenly, ultrarunners from Montana to Norway are going head-to-head to earn the most vert.
19 National Recreation Trails Designated in 17 States Aer Parris|June 7, 2018 Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke designated 19 new national recreation trails. These newly designated trails are in 17 different states and add more than 370 miles to the national recreation trails system.
Post-Run Recovery Tips from Around the World Becky Wade|June 6, 2018 How to soak like the Japanese, nap like the Kenyans and get cozy like the Swedes as a way to spice up your post-run recovery efforts.
What Vail’s New Acquisition Means for Skiers and Snowboarders Megan Michelson|June 5, 2018 Vail Resorts is buying Crested Butte, Stevens Pass, Mount Sunapee and Okemo for nearly $150 million. But what does that mean for you?
How You Can Help Protect 5,000 Miles of River Aer Parris|June 3, 2018 Congress established the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act in 1968 to preserve free-flowing rivers with outstanding natural, cultural and recreational values. Today, the National Rivers System protects 12,734 miles of rivers—less than one percent of American rivers. One initiative is fighting for more protections.
The Sound of Moving Water Jerry Stritzke|June 1, 2018 Editor's Note: The following story was submitted by REI CEO and President Jerry Stritzke in support of the 5,000 Miles of Wild initiative. R...
Honnold and Caldwell Crush the Nose Record. Again. And Again. Aer Parris|May 30, 2018 Alex Honnold and Tommy Caldwell do the unthinkable—again. This morning they climbed the famed Nose on El Capitan in a record-setting time. The Nose is an incredible 2,900 feet tall, rated to 5.14a (really hard). They did it in just 2 hours, 10 minutes and 15 seconds.
Meet the Women Who Are Helping Create a More Inclusive Climbing Community Julie Ellison|May 30, 2018 Editor's note: REI is a sponsor of both of Flash Foxy's Women's Climbing Festivals this year: Bishop on March 22-24, 2019 and Chattanooga (d...
How Van Life Gives This National Champion an Edge Over the Competition Julie Brown|May 30, 2018 Payson McElveen, a 25-year-old marathon mountain bike racer, custom built a 2017 Ford Transit with enough storage for four bikes. Now, he feels right at home at the finish line.
Gear Review: Osprey Eja 58 Pack Shelby Carpenter|May 29, 2018 Backpackers looking to enjoy their time in the wilderness face a perennial question: What’s more important, having comfortable gear or lightweight gear? Osprey has finally created a lightweight, women-specific pack that maintains comfort for a range of load weights: the Osprey Eja 58.
