How to Trim Your Skins REI Staff|September 14, 2016 Learn how to trim your skins for backcountry skiing with this step-by-step guide from REI. Get the most out of your gear and enjoy the slopes like a pro!
How to Break into the Rewarding Sufferfest of Ultrarunning Billy Hafferty|September 6, 2016 It won't be easy, and you'll probably lose a couple toenails, but Coach Hafferty's tips will carry you across the finish line of your first ...
Smart Strength Training Tips for Mountain Marathons Morgan Tilton|September 2, 2016 The key? A balanced fitness approach that includes strength and agility exercises in addition to trail and road time. The stereotypical b...
Your Everything Guide to Running with Dogs Lisa Jhung|August 25, 2016 Stay hydrated on the go with a portable dog water bottle! Our guide to running with dogs has everything you need to know. Check it out on REI's blog.
11 Trailside Mountain Bike Repair Hacks REI Staff|August 18, 2016 Avoid getting stranded on the mountain bike trail with these eleven bike repair hacks to get you back and riding in no time.
Blister Prevention: How to Take Care of Your Feet on the Trail Ali Carr Troxell|July 15, 2016 Breaking in your boots or your feet for the hiking season is no easy task. Here are some tips on blister prevention on the trail.
10 Tips for Becoming a Gear Storage Master Kelli Hadley|June 22, 2016 You have a bunch of gear in a pile in the corner of your house. It's time to get organized and here are some helpful gear storage tips to help.
5 Tips For Securing Popular Backcountry Permits Michael Lanza|February 24, 2016 Sometimes you are rewarded for planning ahead or showing up the same day, but it's always safe to have a plan for popular backcountry permit adventures.
Backpacking Food Hacks to Keep You Eating Well Anywhere Derek Hamilton|February 10, 2016 Save fuel and energy after a long day backpacking with these 15 backpacking food tips. From coffee and teas to cooking hacks, we've got you covered.
Don’t Wait! Book Your Summer Campsites Now Ali Carr Troxell|January 20, 2016 Campsite reservation systems across the U.S. have opened for business. Don't forget to reserve yours before it is too late.
Resolve To Do More Than Just Get Outside This Year Whitney James|January 13, 2016 Resolve to keep the outdoors wild this year by practicing leave no trace principles so others can continue to recreate for future generations.
5 Reasons to Go Camping in the Winter Derek Hamilton|December 22, 2015 Enjoy camping and don't want to store the tent just yet? Here are five good reasons to bundle up and try winter camping.