The Best Prime Day Solar Generator and Power Station DealsSave up to 50% off on solar generators and power stations with these Prime day deals The post The Best Prime Day Solar Generator and Power Station Deals appeared first on Outdoor Life.
The Best Backpacking Sleeping Bags for Any ClimateWe tested 25 sleeping bags. Only eight of them kept our trekkers toasty and dry all season. The post The Best Backpacking Sleeping Bags for Any Climate appeared first on Backpacker.
A Record Breaking Row From California to Hawaii with Kelsey PfendlerTranscript Kelsey Pfendler made history on July 3, 2026, when she became the first American woman to row solo from California to Hawaii, completing the crossing in just 43 days and setting a new speed record. An open ocean rower and longtime Grand Canyon river guide, Kelsey spent two years preparing and funding the expedition […] The post A Record Breaking Row From California to Hawaii with Kelsey Pfendler appeared first on Uncommon Path – An REI Co-op Publication.
Deal of the Week: These Easy-Carry String Lights Make Any Campsite Feel Like a PartyBioLite's rechargeable Solar String Lights are ready to light up for group campouts, backcountry Halloween parties, and any other trip you can think of. The post Deal of the Week: These Easy-Carry String Lights Make Any Campsite Feel Like a Party appeared first on Backpacker.
21 Cutting-Edge Suppressors You Need to Know AboutSound suppressors are the fastest-growing segment of the firearms accessory market; their manufacturers invest in research and development, knowing that
Traser P65 Tactical Mission: A Field Watch With Real Military DNAThe Traser P65 Tactical Mission Titanium is a hard-use field watch born from military requirements, powered by trigalight tubes that glow for up to 20 years, and built for men who still expect their gear to work in the dark.
Best Budget Backpacks – Top Hiking & Backpacking Packs In Your BudgetHiking and backpacking gear has a reputation for being expensive, a fact that deters many people from exploring the hobby. For many experienced hikers, expensive gear is a sore point that has inspired plenty of DIY solutions and communal effort to find more affordable options that work as well – if not better – than […] The post Best Budget Backpacks – Top Hiking & Backpacking Packs In Your Budget appeared first on .
Goat IslandAlma never paid much attention to the stories people told about the woods on Goat Island. Woods were just woods…until the night she had to walk into them. Listen to REI’s Wild Ideas Worth Living podcast. This episode is sponsored by ASICS. Shop amazing products by ASICS in stores or at REI.com. The post Goat Island appeared first on Uncommon Path – An REI Co-op Publication.
The Best Prime Day Deals on OpticsWe found 23 great deals on binoculars, rifle scopes, spotting scopes, red dots, and rangefinders The post The Best Prime Day Deals on Optics appeared first on Outdoor Life.
6 Shooting Tools That Have Made Us Better RiflemenIt’s not just new cartridges and high-B.C. bullets that allow us to be more effective rifle shooters The post 6 Shooting Tools That Have Made Us Better Riflemen appeared first on Outdoor Life.
Deal of the Week: This Jacket Is Ready to Slay Your Dream Hike—and it’s 50...The Helly Hansen Odin Stretch Hood Insulator 2.0 is an insulated layer capable of going as hard as you want—and right now, it's available at a steep discount. The post Deal of the Week: This Jacket Is Ready to Slay Your Dream Hike—and it’s 50 Percent Off Now appeared first on Backpacker.
Caracal CMP9: A Compact 9mm Carbine Built for Real‑World WorkSome compact carbines feel fast but flimsy. The Caracal CMP9 feels fast and built like a duty gun. After running this platform through obstacles, movement drills, and more than 500 rounds of mixed ammunition, our four‑person test team came away with a clear verdict: the CMP9 is one of the most solid, reliable, and confidence‑building […]
Leapers/UTG Bipods: Meet the Overbore and Recon Flex Bipods!By Toby Melville of LEPUS210 July 29, 2025 The bipod is a historical optional accessory that has seen widespread use throughout the world. Its uses range from the benign to tactical. Today, the bipod is a critical piece of equipment that enhances stability for precision platforms. The bipod is that odd accessory that is as …
Our Public Lands: What Are They, and How Can We Protect Them?The United States’ public lands system is complex. It’s the product of over 150 years of shifting policies, protections and designations, administered by agencies with different mandates for management and developed across 30 presidential administrations. If you want to be a better advocate for these precious spaces but struggle with the difference between a national […] The post Our Public Lands: What Are They, and How Can We Protect Them? appeared first on Uncommon Path – An REI Co-op Publication.
Best Hunting Rifles of 2026, In-Depth Accuracy TestingThis year features some remarkable game-changing newcomers and proven stalwarts The post Best Hunting Rifles of 2026, In-Depth Accuracy Testing appeared first on Outdoor Life.
ALP Pouches: 20 Per Tin, Zero Tobacco, and No Spit Cup RequiredALP Pouches deliver the nicotine hit and ritual of dip without the spit, the gum damage, or the can of brown liquid—exactly what you need when the physical tax of traditional smokeless finally stops making sense.
Hiking Mount Nebo: Utah’s Highest Peak in the Wasatch MountainsStanding at 11,928 feet, Mount Nebo is the highest peak in Utah’s Wasatch Range and one of the most rewarding hikes in the state. While mountains like Mount Timpanogos and Lone Peak tend to get more attention, Mount Nebo offers something special: incredible alpine scenery, fewer crowds, expansive summit views, and the satisfaction of standing […] The post Hiking Mount Nebo: Utah’s Highest Peak in the Wasatch Mountains appeared first on .
Budget-Friendly Magazines for BeginnersBuy enough magazines to spend your range time shooting instead of loading, save the premium gear for the guns you trust with your life, and put the rest of your money where it belongs: into practice.
First Look: CAMEL Volcanic Shell Pro 3-in-1 Goose Down JacketReady for jacket season? You will be with this versatile combo of puffy and rain shell. The post First Look: CAMEL Volcanic Shell Pro 3-in-1 Goose Down Jacket appeared first on Backpacker.
Green Beret Rifle Setups of 2026!: Competition to Combat Crossover Part 5By Jeff Gurwitch It’s been 8 years since my last Competition to Combat article, written back in 2018. It was the last year of use for both the Daniel Defense 10.3 CQBR upper and the 14.5 RISII non-front sight post upper. Beginning in 2019, U.S. Special Forces started to switch over to the Giessele URGI …
The Best Backpacking Sleeping Pads of 2026We lost sleep over narrow, scratchy, crinkly pads so that you don’t have to The post The Best Backpacking Sleeping Pads of 2026 appeared first on Backpacker.
Osight R: Ready When It MattersThe modern rifle optic market is crowded, but every so often a newcomer shows up with the right blend of engineering, practicality, and shooter‑focused design. The Osight R is exactly that optic—purpose‑built for close‑to‑mid‑range rifle applications and engineered to deliver speed, clarity, and reliability when the stakes are high. At its core, the Osight R […]
How a 1986 REI Co-op Parka Inspired a New CollaborationA 1986 Expedition Parka pulled from the REI Co-op Archives became the inspiration for a new collaboration between REI and Japanese retailer BEAMS. The post How a 1986 REI Co-op Parka Inspired a New Collaboration appeared first on Uncommon Path – An REI Co-op Publication.
First Look: Xero Shoes Scrambler CollectionThis line of minimalist footwear gives hikers a barefoot-like experience with trail-ready traction, protection, and durability The post First Look: Xero Shoes Scrambler Collection appeared first on Backpacker.
From Peak to Peak: A First Look at On x BEAMS x REI Co-opEditor’s note (10/6/2026): On October 6, 2026, we launched a new collaboration with BEAMS, the BEAMS X REI-Co-op Expedition Parka. It’s a new take on a 40 year-old REI Co-op classic that found life in a design process similar to the one described in this piece from 2025. Grouped around increasingly piled tables at the […] The post From Peak to Peak: A First Look at On x BEAMS x REI Co-op appeared first on Uncommon Path – An REI Co-op Publication.
This Is What Happens When You Ask a Stranger to Ride Your Tandem Bike with...Transcript Tyler Mitic is an endurance cyclist and mental health advocate who spent 27 days riding a tandem bike the length of California. Along the way, he convinced more than 40 strangers to hop on the back of his bike, creating opportunities for connection, conversation, and shared adventure. What began as a cycling challenge became […] The post This Is What Happens When You Ask a Stranger to Ride Your Tandem Bike with Tyler Mitic appeared first on Uncommon Path – An REI Co-op Publication.
Rossignol Vercors Trail Running Shoe Review: 300+ Miles TestedWhen I first got the Rossignol Vercors Trail Running Shoes, I was curious. Rossignol is a brand I have used plenty for skiing, but I had spent no time running in Rossignol trail shoes. After putting more than 300 miles on the Vercors across the Wasatch of Utah, in the Tetons of Wyoming, the Lakes […] The post Rossignol Vercors Trail Running Shoe Review: 300+ Miles Tested appeared first on .
The WURL (Wasatch Ultimate Ridge Linkup): Your Complete GuideIn this article, we aim to give you as much information as possible, to help you prepare for an attempt at or simply just to learn about, the WURL (Wasatch Ultimate Ridge Linkup). What Is The WURL? The Wasatch Ultimate Ridge Linkup, abbreviated as “WURL,” presents an extraordinary ridge route encircling Little Cottonwood Canyon […] The post The WURL (Wasatch Ultimate Ridge Linkup): Your Complete Guide appeared first on .
Exped Ultra -10°C | 15°F Sleeping Bag Review — Warmth Without the BulkFinding a sleeping bag that genuinely performs at its rated temperature without weighing down your pack or making you feel like you’re sleeping in a straightjacket is harder than it sounds. A lot of bags either run cold, run heavy, or sacrifice room to move just to hit a weight number on a spec sheet. […] The post Exped Ultra -10°C | 15°F Sleeping Bag Review — Warmth Without the Bulk appeared first on .
What I Learned at Arc’teryx Academy: 5 Reasons to GoExplore five reasons to attend Arc’teryx Academy, from pro-led clinics and mountain skills to community, films and music. The post What I Learned at Arc’teryx Academy: 5 Reasons to Go appeared first on Uncommon Path – An REI Co-op Publication.
First Woman to Ski the Full Iditarod with Sunny StroeerTranscript Sunny Stroeer spent years working as a business consultant before burnout pushed her to rethink what success looked like. She left the corporate world in search of adventure and went on to become one of the most accomplished endurance athletes in the outdoors, setting more than 20 Fastest Known Times across the globe. In […] The post First Woman to Ski the Full Iditarod with Sunny Stroeer appeared first on Uncommon Path – An REI Co-op Publication.
The Best Women’s Hiking Boots and Shoes (2026)31 pairs hit the trail. These 9 stayed in regular rotation. The post The Best Women’s Hiking Boots and Shoes (2026) appeared first on Backpacker.
