A Living Link to REI History Christopher Solomon|May 14, 2024 A retired outdoor goods buyer reflects on the gear and innovation he brought to the co-op over three decades.
First Look: Three REI Co-op Sleeping Bags Now Come in Nine Genderless Sizes Kelly Bastone|April 5, 2024 For Spring 2024, REI Co-op debuts three technical sleeping bags in nine genderless sizes to revolutionize fit and performance for backpackers.
Gear I Hold Dear: My Kula Cloth Christina Montoya Fiedler|April 1, 2024 The challenges of popping a squat outside deterred one writer from backpacking with her family—then she discovered the Kula Cloth.
First Look: REI Co-op Trailmade Collection Courtney Holden|April 1, 2024 Next-gen and longtime outdoors-lovers alike are looking for fun hiking and backpacking experiences. That’s exactly what the new REI Co-op Trailmade collection is designed to inspire.
Dear REI: Letters from Co-op Members REI Staff|March 18, 2024 From buying that first piece of gear to wandering the store on date nights, REI Members share their love letters to the co-op.
Behind the Design: Q&A with Artist and Illustrator Chelsea Alexander REI Staff|March 7, 2024 Meet the designer whose patterns grace the latest Outdoor Afro + REI Co-op camping and hiking gear.
Gear I Hold Dear: My Ruffwear Highlands Dog Sleeping Bag Mary Beth Skylis|February 7, 2024 One member’s ode to a pup-tested, backpacker-approved sleep system for her four-legged best friend.
Their Return, Your Score: Funny Reasons People Return Gear REI Staff|January 16, 2024 Read the funny reasons people return gear at REI and how you can score those deals.
In Praise of Camping in the Cold Ryan Wichelns|December 19, 2023 Cold-weather camping can be incredibly hard. But that’s part of what makes it so beautiful.
What Our Members Are Gifting This Season REI Staff|October 30, 2023 We asked runners, campers, hikers and bikers to share the best gifts they’ve given. Here’s what they said.
In Praise of Slowing Down Courtney Holden|October 19, 2023 The world seems to be telling us to speed up in everything we do, including when we spend time outside. What if we didn't listen?
A Journey to Complete the Pacific Crest Trail REI Staff|October 13, 2023 Jasmine Star undertook her first section of the PCT at age 50. Over a decade later, the completion of her goal is within sight.
