In Praise of Favorite Trees Jessica Bernhard|April 10, 2024 Trees can change our lives and help us tell our stories. We asked REI Co-op Members about their favorite trees. Here are their answers.
I Spent a Month Running Without a Smartwatch Kamilah Journét|July 17, 2023 Is “naked running” the romantic pursuit some make it out to be, or is it a relic of a technologically limited past?
How to Build the Perfect Trail-to-Town Outfit Courtney Holden|March 24, 2023 Find functional benefits hiding behind a fashionable facade with each of these transitional pieces that will take you from hike to hangout in no time.
The New Outdoors REI Staff|March 11, 2022 From becoming a weekly hiker to appreciating gentle landscapes, our editors and members share how the pandemic changed their perspectives on getting outside.
The Perfect Kit: Hit the Ground Running David Gleisner Ready to hit the pavement? Here's how to start road running with 12 running gear essentials from Uncommon Path.
How COVID-19 Could Impact Our Outdoor Habits Amanda Loudin|July 28, 2020 Between morning walks and afternoon bike rides, many folks are developing new outdoor habits. Here's what research tells us about whether they could stick.
In Search of Higher Ground Ted Alvarez|June 22, 2020 Under the threat of rapid sea level rise, members of the Quinault Indian Nation must evacuate the land they’ve lived on for thousands of years. Not in a century. Not in a decade. Now.
Noah Strycker Is on a Mission to Bring Birding to the Masses Brianna Randall|December 20, 2019 North America has lost nearly 3 billion total birds over the past 50 years, according to recent research. One birder hopes to change that, in part, by attracting new recruits to his lifelong profession and pastime.
The Opt to Act Plan REI Staff|October 23, 2019 This year, we're asking our members and employees to join the fight for life outdoors. Here are 52 simple weekly challenges for a year of action.
How to Build a Life Based On Intentional, Mindful Consumption Jenni Gritters|October 21, 2019 Members of the outdoor community, including REI staff, share their tips for embracing minimalism, zero waste and other mindful consumption trends.
Which Garmin Forerunner Should I Get? Yitka Winn|September 12, 2019 We break down the new Garmin Forerunner watches (945, 245, 45), explain how they compare to their predecessors and recommend which one is right for you.
Will the Colorado Classic Change Women’s Cycling Forever? Jen Murphy|August 20, 2019 The Colorado Classic pro cycling race made a bold move to drop the men’s races and majorly upgrade every aspect of the women’s event. Its aim? To redefine female professional cycling.
