On a mountain where records are categorized in every way—youngest, oldest, fastest, first—Lhakpa Sherpa has managed to stay under the radar despite holding the ...
Summiting Kilimanjaro is a feat topping the bucket list of the bold—to reach the lofty Uhuru Peak is to stand atop the highest mountain in Africa. Accessible fr...
Halloween is a day dedicated to bringing ourselves closer to the scary. As you’re dressing up and offering tricks and treats to the local kiddos, take some time...
When director Zachary Barr talks about people on social media criticizing or questioning Reel Rock’s inclusion of a new film about speed climbing in its latest ...
Today, REI launches Camping Project, an all-new digital guide that allows users to search bookable campgrounds by location and nearby activities. The goal: maki...
The eddy catapults us river left, into a safe zone, and away from the adrenaline-pumping drop. Parallel to our raft, the sweep boat—a 27-foot-long inflatable ca...
Colorado is known for its abundant sunny weather, mountain views and nearly year-round hiking opportunities. Hikers will enjoy pleasant spring weather along the...
On November 3, some of the world’s best boaters will converge on Asheville to battle head-to-head in what is arguably one of the most intense kayaking competiti...
Have you ever hit the trail unprepared for the mechanical calamities that might unfold? Don’t let your visions of perfect singletrack cause you to set out with ...
Earlier in 2018, we published Force of Nature—a Collection of Art and Stories Celebrating Fearless Women. Its pages are filled with submissions from talented, b...
Editor's note: We would like to be clear that we understand opinions on the midterm elections vary and that REI maintains a strongly nonpartisan stance across a...
You know those hard-to-shop-for people who live and breathe the great outdoors. Fueled by fresh air, these adventure-seekers would rather spend a weekend—or an ...