Lynn’s List: 5 Female Climbers Who Inspired Lynn Hill Corey Buhay|March 17, 2017 Discover the inspiring story of Beverly Johnson, a fearless climber who defied all odds. Read about her journey on REI's blog and be inspired to conquer your own mountains.
In Her Words: The Women’s Climbing Festival REI Staff|March 16, 2017 Participants break down the challenges and triumphs of being a female climber —and how the sport has helped them grow. What started as an...
Where Are All the Female Routesetters? Julie Ellison|March 14, 2017 Discover the stunning photos of Ape Index rock climbing gym and learn about the importance of female routesetters in the climbing community.
Member Portrait: Three Adventurous Stewards Shawnté Salabert|March 12, 2017 For me, the outdoors is synonymous with connection. It’s about forming an emotional link with the land—and with myself—as much as it is abou...
Nina Williams’ Way Julie Ellison|March 9, 2017 Nina talks about her path from competition climbing and plateauing at V8 to ticking Ambrosia, a 55-foot V11 in Bishop. On February 28, 20...
Commune With Nature—In The City Hilary Oliver|March 8, 2017 Research is showing the benefits of time spent in nature, why not get a dose whenever you can? Here are ways I’ve found nature in the city.
REI Presents: Fast Forward REI Staff|February 28, 2017 For bikepacker and ultra-long-distance racer Lael Wilcox, taking on the Arizona Trail—800+miles of desert singletrack—is a challenge unlike any other,.
Heart of the Valley: La Sportiva’s Next Generation Aer Parris|February 28, 2017 Meet the fourth generation of the family-owned footwear company, La Sportiva. Giulia Delladio is the next in line and will be the first woman to lead.
Member Portrait: Gerry “Trail Builder” REI Staff|February 27, 2017 REI Member since 1980. 1. Tell us about yourself. I’m a 66-year-old woman who moved to Seattle in 1979. About 10 years ago I got involved in...
Reflect and Reset: Outessa Adventures Aer Parris|February 3, 2017 Outessa: A women’s weekend done differently. Rachel Collet is just one of hundreds of women who flocked to the two 2016 Outessa weekends. Watch her story.
5 Wilderness Hygiene Tips for Feeling Fresh in the Backcountry Shelby Carpenter|January 26, 2017 Stay fresh on your next backpacking trip with these wilderness hygiene tips, including the best backpacking underwear. Read more on REI's blog.
4 Trail-Running Tips From a Leadville 100 Winner Clare Gallagher|January 10, 2017 Thinking of taking up trail running, but you don’t know the second thing about it? Here are 4 trail-running tips to master.
