Katie Bono’s Blistering New Denali Speed Record Nick Mott|June 28, 2017 A conversation about training, risk, Taylor Swift and sparkly star stickers Around 8:46 p.m. on June 13, as T-Swizzle vibrated through he...
Black Diamond to Launch Climbing Shoe Line Shannon Davis|June 19, 2017 Three models debut this coming fall—exclusive to REI When Black Diamond's climbing category manager Kolin Powick stopped by our offices i...
The Story Behind the Climber in the Unicorn Suit Shannon Davis|June 16, 2017 One of the climbing world's least important mysteries has been solved.
We Need an Extra Day Hilary Oliver|June 15, 2017 Writer and filmmaker Hilary Oliver explores the magic of the three-day effect.
Beers Made by Walking Matt Wastradowski|June 15, 2017 How one group is blending the age-old crafts of foraging and brewing Twenty hikers follow Cody Chambers through the 5,000-acre Forest Par...
What Does Adventure Look Like in Real Life? Lindsey, Jillian, Lianna|June 12, 2017 Laughs, tears, scrapes, rain, shouts, and burritos are all staples in the adventures we take but often only show the positive side of our adventures.
The Significance of Honnold’s Free Solo Shannon Davis|June 6, 2017 On June 3, 2017, Alex Honnold free soloed a main route on the iconic El Capitan without the use of ropes or other safety gear.
An Unofficial Guide to Legendary Camp Monsters REI Staff|May 29, 2017 We have compiled a dossier of some of the most frequently encountered camp monsters in various regions across the United States.
The Nature Fix: The Three-Day Effect Florence Williams|May 29, 2017 Spending a few consecutive days in nature seems act a reboot for your brain, according to research. Learn more about what called "the three-day effect."
Lessons from a Lost Coast Adam Setzer|May 22, 2017 Sometimes, you have to put on a backpack and start hiking. Prashanthi Koutha shares her REI Adventure on California's Lost Coast.
Going the Distance with Liz “Snorkel” Thomas Shawnté Salabert|May 18, 2017 With 15,000 miles of trail under her belt, expert thru-hiker Liz "Snorkel" Thomas has more than a few tips to share. She discusses her book, her experiences and what she hopes other hikers can learn from both.
A Steelhead Quest: Q&A with Terry Myers Ashlee Langholz|May 17, 2017 A Steelhead Quest: Terry Myers, a steelhead advocate and angler, spent 2015 trying to catch a wild steelhead on a different river each month of the year.
