Semi-Rad: The Joy of Postholing Brendan Leonard|December 8, 2017 When your boot punches through the top layer of snow, don't let your heart sink simultaneously. Brendan Leonard explains how to find "joy" in postholing.
The Nature Fix: Why We’re Hardwired for Adventure Florence Williams|December 6, 2017 Florence Williams explains why the thirst for new, exciting experiences is part of our DNA, and how adventuring can be powerful for our psyches.
Op-Ed: Why Now—More than Ever—We Must Live by Leave No Trace Patrick Kandianis|December 5, 2017 In a time when more and more people are embracing outdoor recreation, here's how to combat the destruction of the wild places we love. La...
Semi-Rad: An Ode to Ski Resort Food Courts Brendan Leonard|November 29, 2017 Maybe you’ve had one of those ski days: 7 inches of powder, very little wind, mild temperatures and a somehow uncrowded mountain where you’r...
This Debut Event Aims to Make Off-Road Cycling More Inclusive Morgan Tilton|November 28, 2017 The Women’s Off-Road Cycling Congress aims to create an intellectual, informative dialogue among cyclists and gather qualitative data for the bike industry.
Finding Home in Alaska’s Backcountry Shannon Kuhn|November 24, 2017 Korean-Alaskan Adventurer and REI member Shannon Kuhn shares how backcountry skiing helped her see Alaska, her home state, from a new perspective.
Top 4 Paddling Tips for Winter REI Staff|November 24, 2017 Whether you’re kayaking, paddle boarding or canoeing, REI Outdoor School instructor Valerie Cleland shares her top four tips for paddling during winter.
An Abbreviated History of Modern Ski Technology Megan Michelson|November 22, 2017 Discover the fascinating evolution of ski technology history! From wooden skis to modern designs, explore the innovations that have revolutionized the sport. Read more on REI's blog.
Behind the Lens of Reel Rock, Climbing’s Best Film Tour Shannon Davis|November 20, 2017 We caught up with the directors of each of the four films in Reel Rock 12 to learn more about the stories they’re telling, the creative process and what most excites them about climbing today.
Camille Herron’s 100-Mile World Record Aer Parris|November 16, 2017 How do you break records for a distance you've never run before? We talk to Camille herself to find out. It comes down to science and joy.
Hitting the DRT: Test Riding Co-op Cycles Mountain Bikes Ashley Brown|November 15, 2017 Read about the thrilling Dockton Forest mountain bike trails with Co-op Cycles! Read our test-riding experience and get ready to hit the dirt.
Fastest Known Mom Shawnté Salabert|November 14, 2017 Record-setting long-distance hiker Jennifer Pharr Davis slows down to help bring families outdoors—including her own.
