The Rescuer In Need of Saving Megan Michelson|October 25, 2018 What happens when a highly trained search and rescue volunteer from the Tetons sees one too many accidents in the field? It sends him into an emotional spiral he says he could barely climb out of.
Kate Courtney’s Path to World Cup Victory Heather Hansman|October 25, 2018 At 22 years old, Kate Courtney became the first American world champion mountain biker in 17 years, winning the Elite UCI World Championships for cross-country mountain biking in Switzerland in September.
Trail Running In China on the Rise Kade Krichko|October 24, 2018 In the last decade, China has seen a surge in trail-running races and participants. It’s all part of a changing landscape with a new focus on fitness and outdoor recreation.
How Ada Hatch Helped Change the Field of Archaeology for Women Morgan Sjogren|October 22, 2018 A profile of Ada Hatch, 76, who spent the summer of 1962 working as one of the Southwest’s first woman archaeologists on the Glen Canyon Salvage Project.
Not Too Dry, Not Too Muddy, the Trails Are Just Right Julie Brown|October 22, 2018 Mountain biking revolves around dirt and gravity. But there’s a third element that, while less obvious, makes all the difference: moisture. Just a little bit of rain, and the trails transform into hero dirt.
Restoring Our National Forests: How REI Co-op Members Are Giving Back Aer Parris|October 22, 2018 Thanks to your support, REI donated $1 million to the National Forest Foundation. Take a look at the 10 projects that were supported.
Making The Case For Life Outside Jerry Stritzke|October 19, 2018 #OptOutside has always been about choice. The choice to put people ahead of profits, the choice to close our doors on the biggest day in ret...
Why You Should Plan This Winter’s Ski Trip Right Now Olivia Dwyer|October 19, 2018 Looking for the best deals on flights, lift tickets and lodging for a ski trip for this winter? Experts agree: Book early.
40 Years Later: The Story Behind the First American Ascent of K2 Aer Parris|October 18, 2018 Discover the incredible story of the first person to climb K2, the world's second-highest mountain. Read about the historic American ascent on REI's blog.
Summiting at 17,000 Feet: My Climb of Kilimanjaro with Outdoor Afro Brittany Leavitt|October 18, 2018 On June 20, 2018, an 11-person expedition became the second all-Black U.S. team to summit Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. Brittany Leavitt, a 29-year-old preschool teacher and REI Outdoor School instructor, recounts her experience here.
Aspen’s 30-Year-Old Cycling Club is a Community Hub Tess Weaver Strokes|October 18, 2018 In Aspen, weekly races are a community gathering thanks to the longstanding tradition of the Aspen Cycling Club.
This Winter’s Coolest New Boot Was Built by a Skier Devon O’Neil|October 10, 2018 How Canadian pro skier Eric Hjorleifson created this winter's most revolutionary backcountry ski boot, the Dyanfit HOJI Pro Tour.
