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.
Q&A with Heather Anderson – Speed Record Holder of the AT and PCT Megan Michelson|November 18, 2015 Heather Anderson is the only person to hold the speed record simultaneously on both the AT and the PCT. We chatted with Anderson about what drives her.
Wired versus Wild Ben Horton|November 12, 2015 It's becoming even harder to disconnect from technology in the outdoors. An outdoor photographer shares his perspective of electronics in the wild.
Gear Review: Big Agnes Copper Spur UL 2 mtnGLO Tent Brendan Leonard|November 2, 2015 The Big Agnes Copper Spur UL 2 mtnGLO Tent ultralight 2-person, 3-season backpacking tent will brighten up your backcountry trips.
Finding Home on the Continental Divide Trail Chilton Tippin|October 29, 2015 Continental Divide Trail winds throughout the middle of the United States. A recent thru-hiker shares his multi-month backpacking experience.
Bead Up, Don’t Wet Out: How to Wash Your Waterproof Jacket Rick Meade|October 21, 2015 Not ready to let your favorite rain jacket go? Consider treating it with Nikwax Tech Wash and stay dry on those rainy day outings and adventures.
Looking for Adventure in New Zealand’s Rugged Southern Alps Matt & Agnes Hage|October 16, 2015 Trekking two different trips New Zealand's Southern Alps, a couple soaked in rain returns for the country's beautifully rugged landscapes.
Gear Review: MSR WhisperLite™ Universal Backpacking Stove Brendan Leonard|October 15, 2015 The MSR WhisperLite Universal Backpacking Stove is compact for a light-weight backpacker. A couple shares how the stove performs on two of their adventures.
Gear Review: Gregory Baltoro 75 and Deva 70 Brendan Leonard|October 13, 2015 Add comfort to long backpacking trips with the Gregory Baltoro 75 or Deva 70. The packs include a rain cover that come in handy for rainy hikes.
Gear Review: Sea to Summit X-Pot 5-Piece Cookset Brendan Leonard|October 8, 2015 The Sea to Summit X-Pot 5-Piece Cookset was tested on a week long backpacking trip. See how the flexible silicone pots, bowls and cups performed.
The Urban Nine-to-Fiver’s Guide to Finding Nature Yitka Winn|October 8, 2015 Finding nature close to a city can be a challenge. Here are twelve ways to make the most of a full-time job and recreating outdoors.
Photography Tips: Shooting Landscapes Ian Coble|October 7, 2015 Capture your outdoor adventures. Learn basic landscape photography gear and tips needed to shoot landscape by an outdoor commerical photographer.
