REI has long been a staple for outdoor enthusiasts to find what they need to get outside and have fun. If you have an injury however it can be a little disheartening shopping for new trail running shoes while all you can think about is how much your knee is going to hurt around mile three. So you may be surprised to know that hiding among the vast selection of carabineers, ice picks, hiking boots and everything else outdoor you can also find KT Tape.

Be sure to keep a look out for the new direct mailer from Sports Authority. KT Tape is featured and looking pretty darn sleek.

The Ragnar Relay is one of KT Tape’s favorite events. The Ragnar Relay is a 24-hour relay race with 12 different locations in the country. Recently, the Ragnar Relay was in the Wasatch Back in Utah and our friends at Suunto sent over their photo of their team sporting KT Tape.

At KT Tape we make it a priority to ensure that everyone knows how to tape for their injury, no matter how specific it is. That’s why we’re always posting new instructions and video how-tos. However, one of the most common injuries our customers are taping remains General Knee pain. If you’re experiences pain in your knees after a run or just walking up stairs, check out these instructions.

KT Tape needs your help! We need your personal success stories through our Facebook page. If you participate and email us your KT Tape story surrounding one of the injuries listed, you will receive a discount on your next purchase of KT Tape.

With the summer racing season in full gear, we’re pretty busy keeping runners and cyclists taped up for their events. Of course it’s always nice to hear from the hardcore competitors who use KT Tape at their events. This weekend, Bicycle.net posted its review of KT Tape, check out what their testers had to say:

Triathlon season is upon us! Thousands of folks are training hard out there! Active.com recently posted a great article on how to stay injury-free this tri-season. But, if you find yourself injured and need some extra support for overworked muscles, tendons or joints be sure to keep KT Tape handy.

Fielders need the ability to sustain a concentrated effort for a 6 hour plus period without fatigue, in sometimes very warm conditions. There bodies most be capable of explosive bursts at any given time – such as racing for a ball, jumping for a catch.

It’s springtime! Time to put away your skis and wheel out your dusty bicycle. Pump up those tires and grease your that old chain, because May is National Bike Month. If you’re looking to show off your love of two-wheeled transportation, Bike-To-Work Week is May 17-21.

Now that the sun is consistently warming the peaks, I would say it’s time to begin moving from the hike planning phase to the get out and go phase. The snow continues to melt and the buds are breaking through. Get out into the backcountry early this year and understand this: The better your gear, the more comfortable your experience will be.