The Trail: My Lifeblood through the Seasons Ann Driggers|September 15, 2015 A Colorado adventurer connects to local trails through the seasons. Ann uses trails to hike, run and bike for the natural beauty of the outdoors.
Gear Review: REI Carbon Composite Power Lock Trekking Poles Brian Mohr & Emily Johnson|September 14, 2015 Offering stability for days in the backcountry, the REI Carbon Composite Trekking Poles have a lightweight design and adjustable locking mechanisms.
Gear Review: Hoka One One Tor Summit Mid WP Ali Carr Troxell|September 11, 2015 Hoka One One Tor Summit Mid WP, a boot with Meta-Rocker geometry is designed to increase underfoot stability on uneven terrain, is now available.
Best Lake Day Moments – Weekend Project REI Staff|September 10, 2015 Last weekend, we asked the REI Instagram community to share their favorite lake photos by tagging #REI1440Project.
Photography Tips: Shooting Waterfalls Whitney James|September 8, 2015 Ever wonder how to capture the blurred waterfall pictures? Check out this quick tutorial before heading out on your next hike.
Violet Crown Trail – A Trail to Connect Them All Ali Carr Troxell|September 7, 2015 The Violet Crown Trail is a new trail extending into the Hill Country from the heart of Austin, Texas, creates the biggest trail system in the region.
Why Trails Matter to Me, and How Every Trail Connects Caroline Gleich|September 4, 2015 Caroline Gleich shares the importance of trails. Trail play a role in her life and have a deeper meaning than a paved path.
Cumberland Island – Carnegie-Style Backcountry Bliss in Georgia Ali Carr Troxell|September 4, 2015 Once a retreat for the rich and famous, Cumberland Island off the Georgia coast will soon have a well-signed and mapped network of 50 miles of backcountry trails.
7 Reasons Nick Offerman Missed His True Calling as an REI Green Vest REI Staff|September 2, 2015 Nick Offerman's character in the "A Walk in the Woods" film helps outfit hikers prepare for their Appalachian Trail journey.
Mount Columbia Summit Trail – Becoming an Enjoyable 14er Ali Carr Troxell|September 2, 2015 The notoriously Mount Columbia, one of Colorado’s 14,000-foot mountains, gets a facelift. Check out the work that is being done to make the climb enjoyable.
Gear Review: REI Traverse 28 Pack Brian Mohr & Emily Johnson|September 1, 2015 Find comfort on those long day hikes with the REI Traverse 28 pack. The REI UpLift™ compression system improves your balance by pulling the load up and in.
Coast to Crest Trail – Uniting the Trails in San Diego’s San Dieguito River Park Megan Michelson|August 31, 2015 Explore the 10-miles of the California's Coast to Crest Trail. Enjoy nature with hiking along the trail or observe the wildlife that makes this area home.