First KEEN Boot For Women: Terradora Put To Test
KEEN’s debut hiking boot specifically for women is lightweight and looks good. We tested a pair on the trail and around town.
Sleeping Bag Review: Nemo ‘Thermal Gills’ Vent Heat
A built-for-women sleeping bag has innovations to increase comfort, breathability, and water resistance.
REI Women’s Gear: What’s The Difference?
Demand for upgrades and ‘equality in products’ pushed REI to retune its house brand with a bevy of women-specific gear.
Adventurous Woman? Enter ‘Sweaty Dirty Happy’ Contest
Enter to win the adventure trip of a lifetime at REI Outessa plus a massive package of gear.
REI Video: The Unspoken Sexism In Climbing
From Talweg Creative, the REI film “Within Reach” gives an insightful look into the climbing community, whether at the crag or in the gym.
REI Initiative: Commit to ‘Putting Women Front and Center’
An ambitious new effort earmarks $1 million and 1,000 events with the goal to get women and girls into the outdoors
REI Magma Sleeping Bag: A Top Value In Down
REI upgrades its classic sleeping bag with one of the best warmth-to-weight-to-price bags on the market today.
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Women-Only MTB Clinics Ramp Up Across U.S.
About 5,000 women are anticipated this year to take part in a new series of mountain biking clinics held across North America.
First Look: REI ‘Magma’ Down Jacket
An approachable price and quality construction (and materials) make the Magma a solid bang for your buck.
Women: Join REI at Outessa This Summer
REI launches its second annual lineup of ladies-only active retreats, pushing the trend to empower more women in the outdoors.
Meet The Magazine Sharing Women’s Outdoors Adventure
Three women realized they rarely saw stories about females in outdoors media. They decided to act, and ‘Misadventures’ Magazine was born.
First Look: Stylish & Tech Women’s Down Jacket
‘One jacket to get you through the winter, on the ski hill and off.’ – That’s the promise behind the down-insulated Durrance from Stio.
Source To Sea: Women Canoe 3,902 Miles
Two women broke a long-distance canoeing across the United States record to inspire others.
Review: ‘Ultra Vesta’ Running Pack Fit For Mountain Trails
Ultimate Direction made an ultralight upgrade to this women’s running vest. We had our editor take for a run—through the Rockies.
Review: Stio ‘Eddy Gingham’ Women’s Shirt
Stio took a shot at an all-around rugged shirt for women. We put the Eddy Gingham to the test.
Women Are on the Rise in the Climbing World
History made: The American Alpine Club has inducted a 31-year-old woman into the Hall of Mountaineering Excellence.
10 Memorable Ways To Celebrate Mother’s Day
Time spent with a loved one is better than a gift purchased. Here are 10 easy, inexpensive ways to spend a nice day with mom that will mean much more than a bunch of flowers.
Women-Only Gear, Adventure Summit This Summer
Calling all women! New events this summer invite 1000 women to camp, hike, explore, and party in California and Utah.
Sasha DiGiulian’s ‘Permanent Summer Break’
One of the world’s best climbers is about to graduate from college and into a world of opportunities.
No ‘Pink And Shrink’: Women’s Outdoor Retail Has New Face
Geared toward the outdoorswoman, a Utah startup will sell packs, clothing, and equipment with an underlying mission of good.
80 Badass Women Shred Silverton Mountain
When Sisters’ Meeting in the Mountains connected an unprecedented number of female backcountry shredders for a weekend on Colorado’s toughest resort, it was more than just a ski holiday.
Julbo Day/Night, Do-All Optics
Tested through 30 MPH winds, hail, snow, fog, intense sun, darkness, and miles of bushwhacking, an adventure racer put the Julbo Breeze through some brutal paces in Patagonia.
800+ Miles Across Arizona, By Mountain Bike
Bikepackers tackle the Arizona Trail as an unsupported race. Rider Lael Wilcox pushes her limits in an attempt to break the record.
Strong, With Child. How Kikkan Randall Keeps ‘Pregnant Fit’
How does an elite athlete and XC skier stay healthy and fit when a baby is on the way? We sat down with Kikkan Randall to find out.
Women Teaching Women: MTB Clinics Expand Nationwide
New courses specifically for women teach the skills needed to shred singletrack.
Faraday E-Bike Aims At Women With ‘Step-Thru’ Frame
Its Kickstarter video plays like an episode of “Portlandia,” and the happy-cruiser aesthetic may not appeal to core riders. But Faraday continues to draw interest from riders looking for a different way to commute.
Stretchy Puffy: Dynafit Vulcan Down Jacket
Adding stretch panels to a high quality puff down jacket results in a warm, light, versatile insulating layer for active winter use.
Scholarship Aims To Grow Women’s Biking
The Women’s Bike Mechanic Scholarship advances the skills of a select group of female bike shop employees and owners. Can it increase women’s cycling participation?
Super-Mom Crushes 135-Mile Winter Bike Race
Just seven weeks after giving birth to a daughter, this super-mom rode the Arrowhead 135, one of the toughest winter bike races on the planet.
Women’s ‘Cycling Panties’ Have Chamois Insert
Designed to be worn under casual clothing, ZIB panties have a chamois for comfort on the saddle.
Your Girlfriend Will Love This Bed (and 16 more gift ideas)
Does your gal pal love the outdoors? Then she’s sure to love one of these gifts!
