Gear I Hold Dear: My Arc’teryx Beta LT Jacket Lily Krass Ritter|February 6, 2024 We all have a few items in our gear closet that we hang onto far longer than gear shops recommend. There’s that sleeping bag pocked with hol...
First Look: BOA Ski Boots Megan Michelson|August 30, 2023 Prepare to see innovations in ski boot design with the introduction of a new BOA lacing system. We also tested a new Salomon BOA ski boot.
The Snow Gear We’re Loving Right Now Drew Zieff|January 9, 2023 We gathered our favorite cold-weather skiing and snowboarding products to create the ideal setup for the occasion.
Everything to Know about Machine-Made Snow (Just Don’t Call It Fake) Elissa Garay|November 22, 2022 As global temperatures rise and less snow falls annually, the winter sports season shortens. It's bad news for snowboarders, skiers and resorts alike, but is snowmaking the answer?
Fountain of Youth Courtney Holden|September 9, 2022 Charley French’s innovative spirit has influenced modern cycling and skiing. Let it inspire you, too.
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.
Can I Get Sunburned In Winter? REI Staff|January 24, 2022 Our experts bust 19 myths about the fourth season.
Numb Fingers and Toes? It’s Not Frostbite, But Raynaud’s Can Still Be a Pain to Deal With Ken Knapp|October 12, 2020 Raynaud’s syndrome, where fingers turn white and get numb, is uncomfortable. Learn the causes and ways to manage it during your outdoor activities.
How to Take Your Next Conference Call from Your “Tent” Sarah Grothjan|March 25, 2020 Add a little fun to your next digital meeting with these outdoorsy Zoom backgrounds
Innovators: The (Ski) Boot Cobbler Devon O’Neil|February 13, 2020 Professional freeskier Eric Hjorleifson first made a name for himself, then some of the backcountry ski world’s greatest boots.
How a Ski Resort Turned a Snow Groomer Into a Taco Truck How a Ski Resort Turned a Snow Groomer Into a Taco Truck|February 7, 2020 Plus a delicious recipe for Mexican street corn.
First Look: Our Favorite Ski Apparel and Accessories from Outdoor Retailer Lily Krass Ritter|February 7, 2020 We found jackets, bibs, goggles, an avalanche backpack and more at the Outdoor Retailer trade show. Which is to say, winter 2020/2021 is going to be fun.
