Warren Miller Forever Changed the World of Skiing REI Staff|January 25, 2018 Generations of skiers grew up going to Warren Miller movies at the start of each winter season, and it became a rite of passage for skiers and their families. So when Miller died on Wednesday night, at home in Orcas Island, Washington, at the age of 93, the news impacted skiers of all ages.
The Root Award 2017: Innovative, Sustainable Design REI Staff|January 25, 2018 Sustainability is an important part of everything the co-op does—from gear selection to our hiring practices. With that core value in mind, we are proud to announce the winner of our second annual Root Award, which celebrates the most responsibly designed, innovative new product of 2017: the La Sportiva Mythos Eco.
The Love Story of Joe and Mikki Zuiches Megan Michelson|January 24, 2018 Squaw Valley ski patroller Joe Zuiches died tragically and too soon, survived by his beloved wife, Mikki, and infant son. But that is not his whole story. This is the story of a love that ran so deeply, so intensely, that even in Joe’s absence, that love still carries his wife and child through each day.
Wild Ideas Worth Living: Ami Vitale Shelby Stanger|January 24, 2018 Ami Vitale on traveling the world, telling stories and creating awareness through photography. Ami Vitale is a world-class photograph...
American Alpine Club Honors the Best in Climbing Shannon Davis|January 19, 2018 There are very few red carpets in the world of climbing, a sport whose best take great pride in how little they need to pursue their greates...
Tips for Mountain Biking in the Dark Ashley Brown|January 19, 2018 Mountain biking at night transforms familiar trails into fresh challenges, extends your riding season and cuts down on the crowds. Here are a few tips.
North America Gets Its Own Slice of Hut-to-Hut Skiing Devon O’Neil|January 18, 2018 A new backcountry hut in Colorado, opening this year, aims to bring European-style hut-to-hut ski touring right here to America. Every savv...
How to Pack for a Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hike Aer Parris|January 16, 2018 Learn the ultimate guide on how to pack for a Pacific Crest Trail thru-hike. Get expert advice from REI to make your journey a success.
Gear Review: Black Diamond ATC Pilot Assisted Braking Belay Device Joe Pasteris|January 15, 2018 The new Black Diamond ATC Pilot is a lightweight assisted braking belay device for single-pitch climbs. Here’s a review from an REI expert.
In Defense of Winter Camping Aer Parris|January 11, 2018 I hear you groaning through the internet. You think there is nothing I could say that could possibly convince you that camping in the winter...
Drawn To High Places: Mountain Artist Nikki Frumkin Charlotte Austin|January 10, 2018 You'll often find Nikki Frumkin hiking or climbing in the Cascades with her watercolors in tow. Learn how she got her start as a mountain artist.
Red Mountain Sets Out to Become a Ski Area Co-Op Erme Catino|January 9, 2018 Red Mountain, British Columbia, uses crowdfunding campaign to raise money for ski-area investments.
