You’re Invited to Celebrate National Trails Day Aer Parris|May 27, 2022 We love getting out on the trail. But how often do we think about all of the work that goes into building and maintaining the trails we know and love? This National Trails Day, June 4, the American Hiking Society is asking all of us to take a moment to think differently about the places where we recreate.
Gear I Hold Dear: My Amphipod Xinglet Running Vest Jessica Bernhard|May 24, 2022 One REI Co-op Member’s ode to the lowliest piece of gear in her running kit.
Pedal On Sarah Grothjan|May 12, 2022 When a childhood tumor returns, a member turns to cycling to regain a sense of control.
How to Take Climate Action Jenni Gritters|March 31, 2022 These 25 small steps can help make a difference.
The New Outdoors REI Staff|March 11, 2022 From becoming a weekly hiker to appreciating gentle landscapes, our editors and members share how the pandemic changed their perspectives on getting outside.
Weathering the Run Monica Prelle|February 14, 2022 Can a runner find solace in the marathon even when the results are disappointing?
Member Spotlight: Mike Carey Kelly Bastone|February 14, 2022 For the inventor of a popular ski boot accessory called Cat Tracks, the best paths in life answer the question, “What if?”
In Praise Of Running Buddies Shannon Shelton Miller|February 14, 2022 Running solo can be sweet, but nothing beats a running community.
Runner-Tested Hairstyles Phuong Le|February 13, 2022 Road and trail runners share their strategies on how to tame their manes.
Can I Get Sunburned In Winter? REI Staff|January 24, 2022 Our experts bust 19 myths about the fourth season.
Connor Ryan: Better Relative Connor Ryan|December 27, 2021 Caught between athletic passion and cultural obligation, a Hunkpapa Lakota skier learns to be a better relative to the mountains he skis and to the people who once called them home.
A Year of Action: What the Co-op Community Accomplished in 2021 REI Staff|December 17, 2021 Learn about the issues the co-op community championed in 2021, from planting trees to fighting climate change to supporting kids getting outside.