Outdoor Gear & Accessories
10 Best Travel Backpacks of 2024
10 Best Travel Backpacks of 2024
Whether your traveling a few hours or 2,000 miles, jet-set in style with our guide to the most organized, affordable, and durable travel backpacks of the year.
10 Best Duffel Bags of 2024
10 Best Duffel Bags of 2024
Pack away your worries with our guide to the best duffel bags for any adventure. Find your favorite new carryall based on size, weight and weatherproofing – at prices that won’t weigh you down.
Best Dog Boots & Shoes for Hiking
Best Dog Boots & Shoes for Hiking
Our dogs trail-test their gear too! We have the pick of the litter for the most protective, comfortable, and durable dog boots.
5 Best Glass Water Bottles of 2024
5 Best Glass Water Bottles of 2024
Many people are making the switch from plastic to glass water bottles for the health of the environment and their bodies.
7 Best Pocket Knives of 2024
7 Best Pocket Knives of 2024
A trusty pocket knife is vital for daily tasks and emergencies. Cut through the confusion with our guide to the best pocket knives for any situation.
7 Best Multitools of 2024
7 Best Multitools of 2024
Equip yourself like a pro and elevate your everyday carry with our definitive guide to the best multitools of the year based on price, number of functions, and durability.
20 Great Deals at REI’s Gear Up Get Out Sale 2021
20 Great Deals at REI’s Gear Up Get Out Sale 2021
Holiday season is coming and REI will be closing its doors again on Black Friday and encouraging everyone to #optoutside with them. But first they’re having their annual Gear Up Get Out sale from Nov. 12-22. This is a great time to snag winter gear and camping gear at deep discounts for you or for friends and loved ones on your gifting list.
Black Diamond Spot 400 Headlamp Review
Black Diamond Spot 400 Headlamp Review
The Black Diamond Spot 350 is one of our favorite headlamps for backpacking because it’s bright, has a long burn time, and it’s full of convenient features. And at only $40, the Spot is a steal for such a powerful and durable headlamp. We named the Spot 350 the best value on our Best Headlamps list.
Gossamer Gear LT5 Trekking Poles Review
Gossamer Gear LT5 Trekking Poles Review
If you’re looking for a pair of trekking poles with a great balance of strength and low weight, you can’t go wrong with the Gossamer Gear LT5s.
20 Great Deals at REI’s Labor Day Sale
20 Great Deals at REI’s Labor Day Sale
With the changing seasons comes great deals on outdoor gear, cooler temperatures, less bugs, and less crowds. There’s still plenty of time left to get some adventures in before snow hits. And REI’s Labor Day Sale, which runs from August 27th to September 6th, is the perfect time to get your hands on the gear you’ve been eyeing.
35 Great Deals at REI’s Anniversary Sale 2021
35 Great Deals at REI’s Anniversary Sale 2021
It’s the most wonderful time of the year for all of us gear nerds – REI’s Anniversary Sale! May 21st-31st is REI’s biggest sale of the year, and it includes deep discounts on some of our favorite backpacking, camping, and hiking gear.
Six Moon Designs Rain Walker SUL Umbrella Review
Six Moon Designs Rain Walker SUL Umbrella Review
The Six Moon Designs Rain Walker SUL Umbrella strikes an excellent balance of low weight and luxury for those wanting the outstanding protection of a hiking umbrella without adding too much extra weight to their pack. It barely tips the scale at just 5.5 oz., which makes it the lightest full-size trekking umbrella on the market.
35 Great Ways to Use Your REI Member Coupon and Dividend
35 Great Ways to Use Your REI Member Coupon and Dividend
It’s dividend time at REI! That means, if you’re an REI member, you’ve just received 10% of your annual purchases back in store credit, which is always rad. In addition, from 3/19 to 3/29 REI Members save 20% on one full-price item and an extra 20% off one REI Outlet item
7 Great Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals from Outdoor Brands We Love
7 Great Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals from Outdoor Brands We Love
The holiday season is all about spending time with friends and family (even if it’s just a video call), taking time to relax, and… getting amazing deals on the outdoor gear you love! There are a lot of awesome sales happening right now, so we compiled this list of the best deals available.
25 Great Deals at REI’s Gear Up Get Out Sale
25 Great Deals at REI’s Gear Up Get Out Sale
Holiday season is coming and REI will be closing its doors again on Black Friday and encouraging everyone to #optoutside with them. But first they’re having their annual Gear Up Get Out sale from Nov. 13-23.
Pros and Cons of Hiking With Trekking Poles
Pros and Cons of Hiking With Trekking Poles
Whether you’re thru-hiking across the country or heading out on a quick weekend jaunt, trekking poles can add a lot of stability and…