REI Presents: How to Run 100 Miles Brendan Leonard|February 12, 2018 How to Run 100 Miles follows two normal guys as they train for and run their first ultramarathon,100-mile race. Running isn't something that comes naturally to them or to most of us, but at least they have each other. Youʼll laugh, you'll cheer and you'll probably get a lump in your throat.
Semi-Rad: The Joy of Postholing Brendan Leonard|December 8, 2017 When your boot punches through the top layer of snow, don't let your heart sink simultaneously. Brendan Leonard explains how to find "joy" in postholing.
Semi-Rad: An Ode to Ski Resort Food Courts Brendan Leonard|November 29, 2017 Maybe you’ve had one of those ski days: 7 inches of powder, very little wind, mild temperatures and a somehow uncrowded mountain where you’r...
Big City Mountaineers: Finding a New Perspective Outdoors Brendan Leonard|August 31, 2017 Semi-Rad's Brendan Leonard shares his experience of working for Big City Mountaineers and his lessons learned from sharing the privilege of adventure.
Semi-Rad: Weeknight Camping Is Worth Your Time Brendan Leonard|July 10, 2017 We often think of camping as a big endeavor, only possible on the weekends. But weeknight camping can be simple, and it's well worth your time.
Semi-Rad Gear Picks for All-Around Adventurers Brendan Leonard|May 24, 2017 I’ve been dabbling in almost everything outdoors for about a dozen years–rock and ice climbing, backpacking, mountaineering, hiking, mountai...
From Green Vest to Adventure Writer in 10 Easy Years Brendan Leonard|March 14, 2017 I’ve been writing about adventure and the outdoors for a little over a decade now. How did I start? I got a job on the sales floor at REI in 2004.
(To)day Dream: Find Time to Get Outside Brendan Leonard|February 3, 2017 Original writing of Brendan Leonard and from the creative minds of Duct Tape Then Beer, reflect on what is important in your day.
Semi-Rad: Welcome to My Adventure Vehicle Brendan Leonard|January 5, 2017 Semi-Rad shares the features of an adventure vehicle. Make sure the gear in the car is greater than the cost of the vehicle.
One Good Gift: An Old Climbing Rope Brendan Leonard|December 7, 2016 Brendan Leonard didn't know how a climbing rope Christmas present from his brother would change is life. Outdoor gifts can make the difference.
Semi-Rad: Avoid Shoulder Season Sadness with This Handy Quiz Brendan Leonard|November 23, 2016 I’ll bet whoever came up with the term “shoulder season” was living in a ski town. The phrase expresses that mild dissatisfaction from the c...
A Gravel Grind Misadventure Through the Utah Desert Brendan Leonard|November 14, 2016 We've all looked at a map and wondered what it'd be like to go from here to there on two wheels. Brendan Leonard and professional adventurer...
