When Rock Climbing and Science Meet Zoë Rom|October 31, 2017 Discover the science behind the tragic Devils Tower climbing deaths. Learn how to stay safe while climbing and explore the beauty of this iconic landmark.
Conrad Anker’s Guide to Footcare Brian Smith|October 26, 2017 If Conrad Anker could be any animal, he’d be a mountain goat. “I’ve seen them climb 5.8 for sure,” he tells me over the phone, relaxing afte...
Behind the Scenes of The North Face’s Summit Series Evolution Matt Whittaker|October 26, 2017 Learn the evolution of The North Face Summit Series Gore-Tex. Explore the behind-the-scenes story of this iconic mountaineering gear at REI's blog.
Camping with Dogs: How to Navigate Rules and Regulations Heidi Hagemeier|October 26, 2017 Bring your dogs on your next camping trip—many areas of our public lands welcome canine companions. All it takes is a little planning.
The Nature Fix: Free Your Mind and Go Outdoors Florence Williams|October 25, 2017 I recently gave an author talk in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, about the mental health benefits of walking in nature. I shared some of the lat...
Packing It Out 2017: Leave It Better REI Staff|October 25, 2017 Five months. 4,700 miles. 2,130 pounds of trash. On April 26, 2017, Seth Orme and Abby Taylor set out on a cross-country bike tour to pic...
A Century of Denali National Park Kristen Pope|October 25, 2017 In honor of its 100th birthday, Kristen Pope, who worked there for three summers, breaks down the history and rugged wilderness of this 6-mi...
Climbing’s Very Big Weekend: From a Yosemite Speed Record to a First Female 5.15b Chris Van Leuven|October 24, 2017 In a year already deemed one of climbing's biggest, 2017 keeps on pushing the limits The Nose Sees a New Speed Record Two hours, 19 minut...
Paul Hlina’s Thru-Hike Cinnamon Janzer|October 23, 2017 In 1995, Paul Hlina became the first person to complete Minnesota's Superior Hiking Trail—and he did it on crutches. Two decades later, loca...
Meet the Shredders of the All-Women Sturdy Dirty Enduro Series Shawnté Salabert|October 20, 2017 The Sturdy Dirty Enduro Series is the first women-specific enduro mountain bike race in the country. For summer 2018, the three-race series is scheduled to take place in Oakridge, OR; Silver Mountain, ID and Tiger Mountain, WA.
I’ll Always Give Up a Powder Day to Go Skiing with My Kids Rachel Walker|October 18, 2017 Read about the magic of Dilly Dally Alley in Winter Park with your kids! Read about one family's love for skiing together at rei.com
Kilian Jornet’s Mountain Reign Morgan Tilton|October 17, 2017 On suffering, doping and victory: a Q&A with one of today's most famous runners Kilian Jornet hardly needs an introduction. The ski m...
