Reviewed: Black Diamond Alex Honnold Signature Spatula Aer Parris|April 23, 2019 Alex Honnold and Black Diamond teamed up to create the perfect backcountry spatula. After hundreds of hours of field testing, we bring you our review.
Training the Next Generation of Mountaineers Jess Daddio|April 23, 2019 Kids these days have ample opportunities to learn skills required for backcountry travel, from mountaineering to rock climbing to wilderness first aid.
Kai Lightner Trades A Big Climbing Dream For College and Helping Others Julie Ellison|April 19, 2019 When Kai Lightner began a competitive entrepreneurship college major, he also had a goal of rock climbing in the summer games. Now his focus has shifted.
4 Ways To Progress As A Climber Hilary Oliver|April 17, 2019 Here are resources—from guide companies, to books to community connections—to help you build your climbing skills and experience.
Want To Climb In Patagonia, But Feel Intimidated? Emily Hopcian|April 16, 2019 Rock climbing in Patagonia isn't just for professional alpinists. These six areas offer plenty of fun routes for beginner to intermediate climbers, too.
REI Introduces Adventures for Pets Aer Parris|April 1, 2019 Get ready to howl with laughter! REI introduces Adventures for Pets this April Fools' Day. Discover the hilarious new trend in pet travel on the REI blog.
The Coolest Friendships in the Outdoors Kade Krichko|March 28, 2019 Whether it’s rock climbing or backcountry skiing, many outdoor sports you simply can’t do alone. Lucky these for these well-known duos, they’ve found a close friend to join in on the adventure.
Steve Swenson On Playing The Long Game In The Mountains Kelly Cordes|March 26, 2019 In his fifth decade of climbing, Swenson is still aiming for unclimbed peaks and finding joy in the process.
The Top 5 Climbing Gyms in Chicago Seth Putnam|March 21, 2019 REI Outdoor School instructor AJ Velon shares some of the top rock climbing gyms and climbing walls in Chicago. See the full list.
The Best Climbing Books According to AAC Librarians Eric Rueth|March 19, 2019 The AAC library is packed full of alpine history. Here are the librarians' top picks for mountain stories to get lost in.
Recycled Outdoor Gear: ‘One of the more promising trends’ in Product Development Aer Parris|March 15, 2019 Recyled gear has been heralded by many in the outdoor industry. We look at the trend and highlight three products that are champions of this effort.
Olivia Hsu on Why Climbing And Yoga Are a Perfect Match Olivia Hsu|March 13, 2019 Yoga can help with flexibility and mental focus for rock climbing. Olivia Hsu shares her favorite climbing-friendly yoga poses.
