How to Pack for a Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hike Aer Parris|January 16, 2018 Learn the ultimate guide on how to pack for a Pacific Crest Trail thru-hike. Get expert advice from REI to make your journey a success.
Gear Review: Black Diamond ATC Pilot Assisted Braking Belay Device Joe Pasteris|January 15, 2018 The new Black Diamond ATC Pilot is a lightweight assisted braking belay device for single-pitch climbs. Here’s a review from an REI expert.
In Defense of Winter Camping Aer Parris|January 11, 2018 I hear you groaning through the internet. You think there is nothing I could say that could possibly convince you that camping in the winter...
18 Ways to Rock Your Force of Nature Bandana REI Staff|January 10, 2018 A woman's place is in the wild. A bandana's place is amping up your style. Show off your support of gender equity by displaying...
Red Mountain Sets Out to Become a Ski Area Co-Op Erme Catino|January 9, 2018 Red Mountain, British Columbia, uses crowdfunding campaign to raise money for ski-area investments.
Raising Next Gen Adventurers Rachel Walker|January 4, 2018 Some of the biggest names in climbing, mountain biking, skiing, ultra running and adventure racing share their advice for raising next gen adventurers.
Discover Swiss-Engineered Odlo REI Staff|December 28, 2017 A European staple, Odlo is one of the most imaginative brands in technical base layers. It all began in Norway in 1947 with a man named Odd Roar Lofterød.
Meet Mario Molina, the new executive director of Protect Our Winters Megan Michelson|December 21, 2017 Molina discusses his goals at POW, why he thinks climate change should be the outdoor industry’s next big issue, and the future of ski resorts.
Think Outside the Box: How to Wrap Odd-Shaped Outdoor Gifts Ashley Brown|December 15, 2017 Outdoor gear makes for awesome gifts, but wrapping some odd-sized gifts is a challenge. Our guide offers some creative solutions.
How Many Quickdraws Do I Need? Joe Pasteris|December 14, 2017 The number of quickdraws you need varies based on the climb, but most sport climbing routes can be led with 12 or fewer. Learn more on the Co-op Journal.
11 Things to Know Before You Head into the Backcountry Megan Michelson|December 14, 2017 Avalanche instructor and heli-ski guide Lel Tone shares 11 tips every skier or rider should know to help them make good decisions in the backcountry.
High School Mountain Bike Racing Is About Much More Than Who Finishes First Tracy Ross|December 14, 2017 In the Colorado High School Cycling League, kids discover a thousand different reasons to love riding. When I ask my son, Hatcher, what hi...
