REI Co-op’s editorial staff is a team of passionate editors, writers and producers. We’re dedicated to covering the outdoors: the people who inspire you, the issues and events impacting our community, the skills and gear you need for your next adventure, and the places you want to go. Learn more about our editorial guiding principles.
Tribe. Posse. Gang. Clique. Pack. Band. Gaggle. Whatever you call it, your adventure crew always makes the journey worthwhile. From weekend walks in the park to...
A popular staple at many ski resorts, the Adirondack ski-chair makes a comfy place to perch and a pretty cool conversation piece. With some thrift shop hunting ...
Because a dream day of riding is about more than great trails
It's safe to say that the pressures of elite-level racing could easily turn every ride into a t...
We listened to member feedback and consulted the experts who work in our stores. The result? Gear that’s built on purpose.
Our gear is built on the mud that ...
Participants break down the challenges and triumphs of being a female climber —and how the sport has helped them grow.
What started as an Instagram account f...
For the past decade, we have shared our work in sustainability, nonprofit investment and advocacy through an annual stewardship report—a detailed and lengthy up...
The climbing pioneer passed away yesterday at the age of 82.
Royal Robbins paved the way for many climbers who came after him. Born in 1935, he was an adv...
Legacy means a lot here at the co-op, and you seem to agree. Last weekend we asked you to show us who introduced you to the outdoors. You told us stories and of...
What if every U.S. city linked its urban core with surrounding suburban cities and prime outdoor recreation? And, what if city trails became the standard gatewa...
Stretching for 2,650 miles from Mexico to Canada, this legendary trail has become the crown jewel for aspiring long-distance hikers. It travels through three st...
The Emotional Moment She Sent
At 19 years old, Margo Hayes made history when she became the first woman to climb a confirmed 9a+/5.15a with her ascent of La ...
At 14,179 ft. Mount Shasta is the second highest volcanic peak in the contiguous 48 states. Reaching the mountain’s towering summit is the perfect reward after ...
