REI increased the cost of membership in 2022, ... Backcountry, and Dick's Sporting Goods often match REI’s sale pricing, even during its member-only sales. With that in mind, ...

As a brand, REI has 179 stores operating across 41 states catering to outdoor fanatics. However, just because REI has a strong reach doesn’t necessarily mean it’s the best option for everyone.

In 2023, REI bled money, losing $311 million, its second year of losses in a row while sales slipped 2.4% to $3.76 billion, ... Dick’s Sporting Goods, or evenWalmart.

REI expands propane cylinder exchange program. Sporting goods and outdoor gear shops such as REI, Trek Bicycle and Sports Basement continue the trend of recycling products at their retail outlets.

After opening 16 new stores across 10 states in 2024, the sporting goods retailer said it plans to open between 20 and 25 ...

The exterior of an REI Co-op in Portland. (Sean Meagher, Oregonian) REI is facing the same obstacles other apparel and sporting goods retailers are grappling with, and 2024 has not been kind to them.

The location used to house a Dick’s Sporting Goods outlet. The new REI will employ 71 workers — 12 more than work in the current mall store, REI spokesperson Megan Behrbaum said.