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Read our list of 2019’s best sleeping pads for backpacking, comparing temperature rating, weight & comfort.

Best Sleeping Pads for Backpacking in 2019

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Read our list of the best sleeping pads of 2019 for backpacking that are lightweight, warm and durable enough...Read More

Check out our all-time favorite outdoor gear and clothing to shop and save on this month during the REI Anniversary Sale.

REI Anniversary Sale: 21 Amazing Outdoor Gear Deals

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Check out our all-time favorite outdoor gear and clothing to shop and save on this month during the REI...Read More

California Beach Vacation Packing List

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From clothes, to gear, and everything in between, here’s what you need to have on your California Beach Vacation...Read More

Five ways to make great camp coffee, the tools you need for a strong and tasty cup, and the best instant coffee mixes for backpacking.

The Definitive Guide to Making the Best Camp Coffee

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THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO MAKING THE BEST CAMP COFFEE To some, it’s an art form and to others, it’s...Read More

Save money and keep stuff out of landfills! Here is a list of the best reasons why you should buy used outdoor gear from REI Co-op’s new used gear site.

4 Reasons to Buy Used Outdoor Gear

Save money and keep stuff out of landfills! Here is a list of the best reasons why you should...Read More

A round-up of the best women’s hiking underwear made or wool and nylon that won’t chafe or move & efficiently wick moisture when you’re active outdoors.

Best Women’s Hiking Underwear that Stay Put & Wick Sweat

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A round-up of the best women’s hiking underwear that wick moisture. No wedgies and chafing on the trail these...Read More

The best sleeping bags for backpacking are lightweight, warm, and comfortable. Here's our favorite sleeping bags for variety of budgets.

Best Sleeping Bags for Backpacking in 2019

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The best sleeping bags for backpacking are lightweight, warm, and comfortable. Here's our favorite sleeping bags for variety of...Read More

REI Membership benefits include exclusive sales, discounts on classes & the best return policy. For all those reasons & more, REI members have more fun.

6 Reasons Why REI Members Have More Fun

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REI Membership benefits include exclusive sales, discounts on classes & the best return policy. For all those reasons &...Read More

You don't need much for a good road trip - just a car, a few road trip essentials, a stacked playlist, and a thirst for exploration. Yet, packing for a road trip can end up being one of the most stressful parts of your trip if you aren't organized. To help you hit the road, I've put together a checklist of my favorite road trip essentials - simple and useful gear that will help you maximize your time on the road. With this checklist, there's no need for a tricked out van or a daily game of Tetris, just the necessities for staying safe, saving money (on lodging and food), and having an incredible time.

Road Trip Essentials: The Ultimate Packing Checklist (including Camping Gear)

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Get my complete road trip essentials packing checklist for adventure travelers that includes all of the things to bring...Read More

A roundup of the best bear canisters for backpacking with info on every canister's weight, pros and cons, and tips for using them.

The Best Lightweight Bear Canisters for Backpacking

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A roundup of the best bear canisters for backpacking with info on every canister's weight, pros and cons, and...Read More

Check out our tips, tricks, and favorite products for outdoor gear maintenance, and learn how to repair your gear, rather than replace it.

Outdoor Gear Maintenance Basics: How to Make Your Stuff Last Longer

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Check out our tips, tricks, and favorite products for outdoor gear maintenance, and learn how to repair your gear,...Read More

Here’s everything you need to know about how to choose ski goggles, including features, fit, lens color & style. We've included our favorite ski goggles too!

How to Choose Ski Goggles

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Here’s everything you need to know about how to choose ski goggles, including features, fit, lens color & style....Read More

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