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. ...
Photographer Ami Vitale’s Adventure Travel Tips and Lessons Learned REI Staff|November 2, 2017 On immersing yourself in a new culture, getting her start and travel must-haves: A Q&A with professional photographer and world traveler Ami Vitale.
Remembering Fred Beckey, America’s Preeminent Dirtbag Chris Van Leuven|November 1, 2017 Fred Beckey was one of the most influential—perhaps the most influential climber—in American history. He died on October 30 in Seattle at the age of 94.
Arbor Ambassador Marie-France Roy on Snowboarding and Sustainability Aer Parris|November 1, 2017 The gulf between snowboarding and environmentalism has been vast—even though the board community relies heavily on the environment. Over the...
Blizzard and Tecnica are changing how women’s ski gear is designed Megan Michelson|November 1, 2017 Ski companies are starting to ask real women what they want out of their equipment. Learn more about Blizzard and Tecnica's Women to Women initiative.
With Annelise Loevlie at the Helm, Icelantic is Thriving Leslie Hittmeier|November 1, 2017 After lifting the Colorado ski company out of financial turmoil, the Icelantic CEO is focusing on building community, getting people outside...
Member Portrait: Ted “Outdoorsy” Lo REI Staff|November 1, 2017 In this series, we interview our members and share why they believe a life outdoors is a life well lived. Ted Lo participated in a resear...
