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.
How Cycling Is Helping Veterans Find Peace at Home Betsy Welch|November 10, 2017 For many members of our armed forces, returning home signifies the beginning of a different type of battle. The laser focus that allows y...
Building Community Through Group Hiking Jenny Bruso|November 3, 2017 Jenny Bruso, founder Unlikely Hikers, shares what she’s learned from hiking with others and offers advice for organizing your own group hike.
Tips for Biking in the Rain Ashley Brown|November 3, 2017 Keep your cycling streak going with these tips for biking in the rain, and turn a rainy forecast into a bearable commute.
DIY Bike Fenders Ashley Brown|November 3, 2017 When wet weather arrives, fenders are key for blocking splattered mud and water. Learn how to make bike fenders with our step-by-step DIY guide.
A Track Star Returns to Her Trail Roots Becky Wade|November 2, 2017 The mountains have always beckoned Olympian Julia Bleasdale. Today, she's answering that call. If you watched Julia Bleasdale in the 2012...
Dustin Scott: Inspiring Cycling in the City REI Staff|November 2, 2017 Dustin is an 18-year-old bike advocate in Washington, D.C. He leads a monthly social ride called the Colors of Cycling, every first Friday. ...