Trail Boss: The Most Technical Trail in Florida (Yes, Florida!) Is No Joke Jeff Lenosky|October 25, 2016 Alafia River State Park, is pretty legit mountain biking gem in a state that's more famous for its swamps, gators, and retirement villas.
#OptOutside – Will You Go Out With Us? REI Staff|October 23, 2016 REI is closing its stores on Black Friday and asking its co-op members and customers to #OptOutside. Will You Go Out With Us?
Why We Choose to OptOutside Jerry Stritzke|October 23, 2016 Jerry Stritzke, CEO of REI, shares the importance of a life outdoors is a live well lived. Join REI this Black Friday and OptOutside.
7 Rides That Are Even Better in the Fall Jordan Carr|October 21, 2016 Glowing trees accentuate the vistas as you rip some primo singletrack on these amazing fall rides. Leaves wisp beneath your tires as the ...
Welcome to Suburban National Park Paradise Mikah Meyer|October 7, 2016 Cuyahoga Valley, where urban living meets some of the best hiking trails in the Midwest "What can't you do here?" my travel companion ask...
Trail Boss: Climb the Treacherous Waterfall on Phoenix, Arizona’s National Trail Jeff Lenosky|September 19, 2016 In this episode of Trail Boss, we ride to UP Phoenix, AZ's notoriously technical National Trail, located in South Mountain Preserve.
Leap Day #OptOutside Challenge REI Staff|March 1, 2016 An extra day means another opportunity to get outdoors and play. We challenged our Instagram community to take full advantage of Leap Day.
Backpacking Inspiration on Instagram REI Staff|February 17, 2016 We love our Instagram community and their adventures. Here are some of our favorite backpacking photographers that choose to OptOutside.
Do You Have An Instigator In Your Life? Hilary Oliver|February 1, 2016 Instead of talking about plans to-do, connect with a friend, an Instigator, to hold motivate and hold you accountable on making those plans a reality.
3 Ways Our Members Inspired Us in 2015 REI Staff|December 29, 2015 REI is motived by our members, so to wrap up the year, we wanted to share how they have inspired us through their outdoor contributions.
Holiday Outdoor Traditions Worthy of Making Your Own Gabe Grayum|December 1, 2015 Grab those extra layers and create holiday outdoor traditions to avoid winter cabin fever. Here are some tips to get outside with the family.
Thank You for Choosing to #OptOutside With Us REI Staff|November 20, 2015 Nearly a million people — plus hundreds of outdoor companies, organizations and park systems — have raised their hands to join REI's #OptOuside so far.