15 incredible deals from REI's massive weekend sale
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‘Tis the season to be a little more adventurous—and there’s no better time to do so than with a major sale at REI. Right now, you can save up to 30% on gear and clothing as part of their Gear Up Get Out sale. This includes popular brands like Patagonia, Columbia, and Osprey. It also means that you can save on more than just camping equipment.
You can also save on bags for your next weekend getaway, warm boots to trudge in the snow, and snow gear for that ski trip you have planned. Plus, REI Co-op Members can save an extra 20% on one eligible item with code GEARUP2019. This sale goes until Monday, November 25, which means you have limited time to save on winter gear or a gift for your most adventurous pal. Here are our top 15 picks from the sale for the outdoorsy and indoorsy alike.
1. The popular and cozy Patagonia Better Sweater
The Patagonia Better Sweater is one of the most iconic pieces of clothing you can own. They stylish, cozy, and are a great gift for anyone because it's always in fashion. Seriously, you just throw it on and you look put together. Right now, you can get it in both men's and women's for 30%—so get it while your size is still available.
Get the Women's Patagonia Better Sweater Quarter-Zip Fleece for $68.99 (Save $31)
Get the Men's Patagonia Better Sweater Quarter-Zip Fleece for $68.99 (Save $31)
2. Warm socks for winter weather
Hear me out: Socks make the best gifts. Everyone needs them and probably don't buy enough of them for themselves. This sale is the perfect time to solve their missing pair woes, and the Smartwool PhD Outdoor Light Crew Socks are a great choice. They're quite popular for being made of a breathable wool blend and are just the right height to fit in a pair of boots.
Get the Women's Smartwool PhD Outdoor Light Crew Socks for $15.99 (Save $6.96)
Get the Men's Smartwool PhD Outdoor Light Crew Socks for $15.99 (Save $6.96)
3. A heavy duty winter coat made for freezing temperatures
When the temperature drops below 32 degrees, it's time to bring out the big guns—a.k.a a heavy winter coat. This insulated jacket from Columbia has is warm, waterproof, and breathable, which is essential for trudging through the snowy weather. Reviewers love using it as their go-to ski jacket or staying toasty while shoveling snow.
Get the Women's Columbia Alpine Action OH Insulated Jacket for $126.99 (Save $43.01)
Get the Men's Columbia Alpine Action Insulated Jacket for $126.99 (Save $43.01)
4. Stylish boots that keep your toes toasty
You can't go wrong with a pair of Sorel boots. Not only do they ooze style, but they're also incredible at actually keeping your feet warm. The quilted detailing on this pair coupled with the fact that they're on sale, make them a winner.
Get the Sorel Meribel Snow Boots for $109.99 (Save $40.01)
5. A versatile, ergonomic Osprey backpack
Whether you're planning a backpacking trip or a weekend getaway, this pack from Osprey will hold it all. One of our writers swears by this pack because it's easy-to-pack and holds enough stuff for a long weekend, making it ideal for light packers. Plus, it's pretty versatile and can be held as a duffel, messenger bag, or backpack. If you have an upcoming trip, we recommend snagging it on sale.
Get the Osprey Farpoint 40 Travel Pack for $119.99 (Save $40.01)
6. Gloves you can use your phone with
The most frustrating part of using gloves in the winter is that you need to take them off if you want to use your phone. But in freezing temperatures, that isn't really an option. These gloves from Smartwool are both warm and touch screen compatible, making them great for walks in the cold. Since they're moisture-wicking and insulating even when wet, they're also ideal for running in the colder temps.
Get the Smartwool Liner Tech-Compatible Gloves for $16.79 (Save $7.21)
7. A headlamp for hiking and more
Now that it get's dark at approximately 5 p.m., you're going to want something to light the way when you're hiking or camping. This popular headlamp is a hands-free way to cast light on whatever you're doing instead of a flashlight. Plus, it's useful more more than just the outdoors. You can use it to illuminate your grill when cooking after dark, to go for a jog at night or when it's still dark out before work, or to search around the dark corners of your basement while keeps your hands free to clear away cobwebs before they hit your face.
Get the Petzl Tikkina Headlamp for $14.89 (Save $5.06)
8. A lightweight, yet warm Patagonia jacket
This jacket might be magic. Despite only weighing 10 ounces, the Patagonia Nano Puff Jacket manages to keep you nice and toasty thanks to its incredible insulation. It can also be packed into a bag and is made of 55% recycled content, so you can feel good about your purchase from an environmental standpoint. Plus, it's 30% off, which your wallet will feel good about.
Get the Patagonia Women's Nano Puff Jacket for $138.99 (Save $160.01)
Get the Patagonia Men's Nano Puff Jacket for $138.99 (Save $160.01)
9. A multitool you'll want to keep handy
When you need a small tool but don’t want to buy an entire tool kit, multitools can be very helpful. REI shoppers love the Swiss Army Tinker, and we even named it the best multitool for everyday carry we’ve ever tested. Not only does this multitool look sleek, but we liked that it is lightweight, can fit in your pocket, and has every basic tool you could need like a screwdriver, can opener, and tweezers. No better time to get one than when it's on sale.
Get the Swiss Army Tinker for $16.49 (Save $5.51)
10. Capri leggings for lounging or working out
Whether you're running errands or hitting the pavement, you want comfy, sweat-wicking leggings. These capri joggers are the perfect length and come highly rated for being breathable and comfortable for all sorts of activities. They also have a ton of pockets, so you can store your keys, credit cards, and Clif Bars.
Get the Oiselle Pocket Jogger Capris for $53.93 (Save $24.07)
11. Hiking boots that will carry you for miles
This sale is filled with incredible deals for hikers. Case in point: These hiking boots from Salomon. They're highly rated for their lightweight, yet durable build that will help you hike for hours without fatigue, making them a great choice for day hikes and short backpacking trips. If you're planning on hitting the trails anytime soon, scoop up these boots while they're at a sale price.
Get the Women's Salomon Quest 4D 3 GTX Hiking Boots for $172.49 (Save $57.51)
Get the Men's Salomon Quest 4D 3 GTX Hiking Boots for $172.49 (Save $57.51)
12. A wheeled duffle that's great for traveling
A wheeled duffle is an ideal bag for traveling because you can wheel it through the airport as a carry-on—instead of lugging it around of your should. At 30-inches, this one from REI Co-op is a great size to fit enough for a week-long trip. People love it for its size and how durable it is, and with this sale you can get it at a steal for 30% off.
Get the REI Co-op Big Haul Rolling Duffel for $188.29 (Save $80.71)
13. A sleeping pad for camping and slumber parties
If you don't like the feeling of the cold, hard ground, then you're going to want a sleeping pad when camping. This one from Nemo has a heat-reflecting film to keep you nice and toasty throughout the night. That makes it ideal for even the coldest camping night—or your child's next slumber party.
Get the Nemo Switchback Sleeping Pad for $37.39 (Save $12.56)
14. Long johns for winter sports or freezing temperatures
Whether you wearing jeans or snow pants, the cold still seems to creep in. That's where a good pair of long underwear comes in. This extra layer has slim fit, so you can actually move your legs despite your many layers.
Get the Women's Smartwool Merino 150 Base Layer Bottoms for $55.99 (Save $24.01)
Get the Men's Smartwool Merino 150 Base Layer Bottoms for $55.99 (Save $24.01)
15. A tried and true running watch
Here at Reviewed, we're obsessed with Garmin running watches. They come out on top in all of our tests, which is why we would recommend any of them. While we haven't tested the Garmin Forerunner 945, we're pretty certain of its accuracy and usability, and this one even allows you to play your running playlist straight from the watch. Plus, you can knock $100 off its price tag thanks to this sale.
Get the Garmin Forerunner 945 GPS Watch for $499.99 (Save $100.01)
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