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President Trump was right to say that other issues are more important. When it comes to the environment, we need to make fundamental shifts in how we live our lives.
A self-described tequila snob on why he's adding whiskey to his backcountry repertoire (and a recipe for the perfect Manhattan)
A few of our favorite adventure photographers share the behind-the-scenes tales of their legendary pictures
You can get your crossover to go off-road without completely destroying what made you choose it in the first place
With every post, Kiona, creator of the popular blog and Instagram account How Not to Travel Like a Basic Bitch, is teaching herself and her followers how to be, well, less basic
Say goodbye to your fitness tracker. Now your workout gear can deliver your stats.
10 ways to prepare for a single-use plastic-free Outdoor Retailer show
Offering childcare for your employees increases morale—and the bottom line
Why should Fido stay home while you have all the fun on race day? With Canicross, both dog and human share in the thrill of chasing a PR (and maybe a few squirrels).
REI’s Gear Up, Get Out sale starts today and lasts through November 25. Here are some of our favorite items worth investing in.
Save big on our favorite apparel from our Winter Buyer’s Guide, at REI’s Gear Up, Get Out sale now through November 25.
You'll be running down the road in no time
Scientists can forecast marathon performance fairly accurately. But for longer distances, things get complicated.
For clean water when you're on the run
Make your season a little less indulgent with these twists on the classics
We keep hearing about the supposed dangers of shared e-scooters, but the numbers tell a different story
In Cain’s case, her mistreatment led to athletic decline. But what if it hadn’t?
The founder of the industry's biggest ski show is acquiring public-facing expos in Denver and Boston
Learn tips and tricks from veteran buyers
The sheriff'ss office reportedly put the brand's corporate headquarters and the executive's house on a property watch list
9 training principles and one key race strategy led to his breakthrough marathon—and can work for you.
Outdoor brands use temporary brick-and-mortar locations to engage with customers during the busiest time of the year for retail
The short road trip on British Columbia's Sea to Sky Highway from Vancouver to Whistler packs in a ton of adventure
There's no right way to grieve the death of a beloved pet
According to Craig Romano, the local guy who literally wrote the book—actually, 20 of them—on hiking in the area
I got my wife and daughter to love cycling—with a little help from Italy
Climbers at Lion Rock have joined the pro-democracy movement in the city's struggle with Beijing
Three new books document how much we're already spending to mitigate the effects of global warming and how much more we have to lose if we continue to burn fossil fuels
It all starts with having the right tools stashed in your vehicle
'The Mentor' chronicles climber Marcus Garcia’s relationship with climbing legend, Jimmy Ray Forester
Chip Thomas is a 62-year-old local physician, activist, and world-renowned public artist
Stable strength exercises and unstable ones both have powerful benefits for running. Here's why and how to include both in your strength workouts.
The bestselling author is back with a bold book arguing that we desperately need to connect with other species
As a climbing community, we may be politically diverse, but we all share the same passion, so let's come together to protect America's public lands
Women's pockets used to be functional. Why aren't they anymore?
Be prepared to go into the backcountry with our expert knowledge, advice, and gear recommendations to stay safe
Tech shaming has made us believe that the outdoor experience has to be pure or nothing. Here's why you should absolve your guilt about using your gadgets in nature.
She's the first person to summit all 846 thirteeners in the lower 48 and Hawaii
Sourdough is delicious and good for you, and with just a little practice, you can make it at home
'Snacks on a Plane,' if you will
Hunters Jessi Johnson and Bridget Noonan try to fill their Dall-sheep and caribou tags in Canada's Northwest Territories.
Periodization—planning phases of your training—can take different forms, but follows universal rules that will help you get the most from your training.
The ability to fix your gear outdoors is as important as the gear you choose to use in the first place
At a time of unprecedented mass extinctions, no animal epitomizes the global biodiversity free fall more than the Asian elephant. Paul Kvinta travels to Laos to visit a moon-shot project aimed at saving the country's 400 remaining wild behemoths, investigate the strange underworld of wildlife trafficking—and make a very unexpected purchase.
Looking to up your gifting game? We teamed up with Cairn to curate perfect gear boxes for the travel, water, and fitness fiends on your list.
The law will soon mandate equal pay for men and women in athletic events on California state lands. But legislators may have missed an opportunity to make broader inroads on gender equity in sports.
As with baking or cocktails, pictures are almost always better when you follow a proven recipe
With new destinations, more terrain, and improved on-mountain amenities, the world's best multi-destination season pass just got better
How to score the best snow, eats, and après at six of the Centennial State's top destinations
Step one: Pick up an Ikon Pass. Step two: Invest in a really good sleeping bag.
Impossible to prove with science? Maybe. Worth a try? Absolutely.
'Standing Man' chronicles cyclist Payson McElveen's attempt to set a new fastest known time on a loop of White Rim in Utah's Canyonlands.
The North Face athletes Angel Collinson, Nick McNutt, and Griffin Post push their limits in Alaska
Revising the traditional long run with a focus on intensity will get you to the finish line faster—but you need to be creative and careful.
When you're going long and easy, running slower produces all of the benefits, and leaves you fresh for the training week to come.
What are the best gifts for every type of adventurer? Hint: They’re not things.
Biotech company Elysium Health just released an at-home DNA test that—supposedly—will tell you how well (or poorly) you're aging
And new research shows it may be one reason why women tear their ACLs more often than men
Plus: where to stay, eat, and play outside along the way
The inability of western states to track water usage is exacerbating the region's drought crisis
The e-retailer pursued legal action against dozens of companies for trademark infringement over the word "backcountry." Now the CEO is apologizing.
The iconic Swiss watchmaker teamed up with eco-conscious lifestyle apparel brand Outerknown to create a sustainable, do-it-all watch
Top adventure athletes Caroline Gleich and Jeff Browning define what a "roadless area" means
Introducing Breitling's sustainable, do-it-all watch
You don’t have to wait till the end of the month to save big on some of our favorite gear…
A few athlete chefs share their favorite recipes for eating healthy—and hearty—when the cold settles in
The best gifts this season
A gym rat's ultimate wishlist
Geek out
From stocking stuffers to splurges
Take off
Go hard and stay warm
Look sharp
Rule one: if it ain't broke, don't fix it
All-out sprint speed may seem irrelevant in longer events, but new science is making the case for having a “speed reserve”
Now that he has dropped outstanding litigation and fired the law firm, Jonathan Nielsen is taking action to make reparations with companies who faced legal action
Select past season styles are half-off until November 19. Here are some of our favorites.