REI Outdoor Store Coming To Huntington

HUNTINGTON, NY — REI, an outdoor apparel and goods store, is slated to open in Huntington by summer 2023, according to a news release from REI Co-op. The 21,100-square-foot store will be in the Huntington Shopping Center at 350 Walt Whitman Road, Huntington.

The shop will offer apparel, gear and expertise for camping, cycling, running, fitness, hiking, paddling, climbing, snowsports and more. Certified mechanics will also oversee a full-service bike shop. The store will also have a ski and snowboard shop with professional tuning, waxing and repairs.

"We've long been interested in better serving the Long Island outdoor community and in complement to our existing Tri-State stores," said Sean Sampson, REI regional director, via news release. "As we do in every community where the co-op has a presence, our local team will seek partnerships with nonprofits to support their efforts in protecting natural places and welcoming more people outside."

The Huntington REI is expected to be the fourth location in New York and seventh in the Tri-State area.

REI said it welcomes anyone seeking a more active lifestyle to join the co-op for a range of benefits, including a used gear trade-in program; discounts on shop services and experiences; a share of the co-op's annual profits based on qualifying purchases; and more. In addition to discounts at the co-op's bike and ski shop, REI co-op members receive free flat-tire repair (labor only) and free machine wax for their skis or boards.

"REI is a terrific addition to our evolving line-up at Huntington Shopping Center and brings us closer to our vision of providing a dynamic mix of essential resources to the community as part of our center-wide redevelopment," said Chris Fleming, vice president at Federal Realty. "Their brand and customer appeal aligns well with the tenants we'll continue to unveil."

REI expects to hire roughly 50 employees for its Huntington store. Candidates interested in joining the REI team can apply online at REI.com/jobs, and a general timeline for hiring is here.

REI said it actively partners with nonprofits across the nation to maintain local trails and public lands. Last year, the co-op invested $7.1 million in more than 450+ nonprofits across the U.S. Over the last five years, the co-op has invested more than $745,000 in New York-based land agencies and nonprofit partners. Tri-State recipients include Catskill Center, Natural Areas Conservancy, Prospect Park Alliance, The Brown Bike Girl, and Transportation Alternatives.