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Easy Camping Recipes That Taste Gourmet
Easy Camping Recipes That Taste Gourmet
Published:
October 7, 2021
We’re avid cooks both at home and on our adventures, and it’s taken decades to dial in this list of our favorite camping…
10 Tips for Capturing Great Adventure Photos
10 Tips for Capturing Great Adventure Photos
Published:
August 30, 2021
A photo speaks a thousand words, especially when it comes to recalling the details of your adventures. A trip may only last for a few days, but great photos will bring back the feels for a lifetime. Learning to capture professional looking photos takes time, but it’s a skill worth growing if you want to better share your experiences, inspire others, and record your memories.
20 Great Deals at REI’s Labor Day Sale
20 Great Deals at REI’s Labor Day Sale
Published:
August 26, 2021
With the changing seasons comes great deals on outdoor gear, cooler temperatures, less bugs, and less crowds. There’s still plenty of time left to get some adventures in before snow hits. And REI’s Labor Day Sale, which runs from August 27th to September 6th, is the perfect time to get your hands on the gear you’ve been eyeing.
14 Tips for Hiking & Backpacking with a Dog
14 Tips for Hiking & Backpacking with a Dog
Published:
July 12, 2021
Following the tips in this guide will prepare you and your pooch for the trail and build confidence to take them…
35 Great Deals at REI’s Anniversary Sale 2021
35 Great Deals at REI’s Anniversary Sale 2021
Published:
May 21, 2021
It’s the most wonderful time of the year for all of us gear nerds – REI’s Anniversary Sale! May 21st-31st is REI’s biggest sale of the year, and it includes deep discounts on some of our favorite backpacking, camping, and hiking gear.
10 Essentials You Should Bring On Every Day Hike
10 Essentials You Should Bring On Every Day Hike
Published:
May 14, 2021
Whether you’re casually hiking to a favorite waterfall or bagging a difficult summit, carrying the proper equipment is absolutely critical.
Gossamer Gear Gorilla 50 Backpack Review
Gossamer Gear Gorilla 50 Backpack Review
Published:
April 27, 2021
The Gossamer Gear Gorilla 50 is one of the most comfortable ultralight backpacks on the market, and we like using it for trips…
Six Moon Designs Rain Walker SUL Umbrella Review
Six Moon Designs Rain Walker SUL Umbrella Review
Published:
April 21, 2021
The Six Moon Designs Rain Walker SUL Umbrella strikes an excellent balance of low weight and luxury for those wanting the outstanding protection of a hiking umbrella without adding too much extra weight to their pack. It barely tips the scale at just 5.5 oz., which makes it the lightest full-size trekking umbrella on the market.
35 Great Ways to Use Your REI Member Coupon and Dividend
35 Great Ways to Use Your REI Member Coupon and Dividend
Published:
March 18, 2021
It’s dividend time at REI! That means, if you’re an REI member, you’ve just received 10% of your annual purchases back in store credit, which is always rad. In addition, from 3/19 to 3/29 REI Members save 20% on one full-price item and an extra 20% off one REI Outlet item
The Ultimate Camping Checklist
The Ultimate Camping Checklist
Published:
January 1, 2021
Camping is a classic way to commune with nature and spend time with family and friends.
Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite Review
Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite Review
Published:
December 14, 2020
If you’re looking for one sleeping pad that can keep you warm and comfortable for most of the year, the Therm-a-Rest XLite is it. The XLite boasts an unmatched warmth-to-weight ratio, packs down incredibly small, and is durable enough to last through many seasons of regular use.
Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm Review
Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm Review
Published:
November 24, 2020
Tired of tossing and turning in your tent because you’re too cold to sleep? Give the Therm-a-Rest XTherm a try. With an R-Value (insulation value) of 6.9 and weighing in at under a pound, this pad is perfect for 4-season adventures and for those who tend to sleep cold.
7 Great Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals from Outdoor Brands We Love
7 Great Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals from Outdoor Brands We Love
Published:
November 18, 2020
The holiday season is all about spending time with friends and family (even if it’s just a video call), taking time to relax, and… getting amazing deals on the outdoor gear you love! There are a lot of awesome sales happening right now, so we compiled this list of the best deals available.
10 Tips for Hiking with Your Dog in Winter
10 Tips for Hiking with Your Dog in Winter
Published:
November 16, 2020
Taking your dog for a rainy hike or a jaunt in the snow is incredibly fun and a great way to keep them active during the winter. But…
25 Great Deals at REI’s Gear Up Get Out Sale
25 Great Deals at REI’s Gear Up Get Out Sale
Published:
November 13, 2020
Holiday season is coming and REI will be closing its doors again on Black Friday and encouraging everyone to #optoutside with them. But first they’re having their annual Gear Up Get Out sale from Nov. 13-23.
How To Repair, Wash, Store & Care For Your Sleeping Bag
How To Repair, Wash, Store & Care For Your Sleeping Bag
Published:
October 23, 2020
A quality sleeping bag may be one of the biggest backpacking investments you ever make. Your sleep sack will likely cost hundreds…