GearDeal of the Week: These Retro Glacier Glasses Are Pure Old-School SwagTired of swoopy sport sunglasses? These shades meld 1950s mountaineering style with modern functionality.Adam RoyOctober 23, 2026Comment Icon1
Bivy Sack ReviewsThis Lightweight Shelter Can Survive Any Storm—and It's Under $150For hikers who don't need a lot of living space, the Rab Storm Bivy is an ultralight solution that can handle the worst winter weather.Adam RoyOctober 14, 2026Comment Icon1
LightsDeal of the Week: These Easy-Carry String Lights Make Any Campsite Feel Like a PartyBioLite's rechargeable Solar String Lights are ready to light up for group campouts, backcountry Halloween parties, and any other trip you can think of.Adam RoyOctober 6, 2026
Insulated Jackets ReviewsDeal of the Week: This Jacket Is Ready to Slay Your Dream Hike—and it's 50 Percent Off NowThe Helly Hansen Odin Stretch Hood Insulator 2.0 is an insulated layer capable of going as hard as you want—and right now, it's available at a steep discount.Adam RoyOctober 5, 2026Comment Icon1
Sleeping PadsSuffer From Bad Sleep in Camp? This Ultra-Comfy Camp Pillow Is Your Secret Weapon.The Sea to Summit Aeros Premium is one of the most comfortable inflatable pillows we've ever tried—and right now, you can get it for almost a third off its list price.Adam RoySeptember 29, 2026
GearDeal of the Week: Score Our Editor's Favorite Sun Hoodie for 50 Percent OffThe REI Co-op Sahara Shade Hoodie is light, comfortable, and has a few neat tricks up its sleeve.Adam RoySeptember 21, 2026
Sleeping BagsDeal of the Week: This Sleeping Bag Brings Maximum Coziness at a Minimum PriceThe Mountain Hardwear Yawn Patrol 15 is a cozy sleeping bag made for chilly shoulder-season nights.Adam RoySeptember 14, 2026
GearDeal of the Week: Get This Ultra-Luxe Hiking Backpack for More Than 50 Percent OffWhen your trip calls for carrying a few extra luxuries, the Gregory Katmai and Kalmia are perfect companions.Adam RoySeptember 8, 2026
3-Person Tent ReviewsDeal of the Week: One of the Most Comfortable Backpacking Tents We've Ever Tried Is 50 Percent OffWith a roomy interior, high peak height, and unbeatable storage, the Marmot Limelight is a perfect shelter for backpackers who like to spread out.Adam RoySeptember 3, 2026
Trekking PolesOur Favorite Budget Carbon Trekking Poles Just Got Even CheaperCascade Mountain Tech's 3-section carbon poles are cheaper than most aluminum models.Adam RoyAugust 25, 2026
3-Season Sleeping Bags ReviewsDeal of the Week: A Sleeping Bag You Can Wear Like a CoatThe Exped Dreamwalker is a shoulder-season-ready sleeping bag that doubles as an adjustable poncho.Adam RoyAugust 21, 2026
Jacket ReviewsOur Favorite Rain Jacket for Backpackers Is Half Off Right NowThe Mountain Hardwear Premonition UL is tougher than a jacket this light has any right to be.Adam RoyAugust 11, 2026
Trail RunnersThis Appalachian Trail-Test Hiking Shoe Is Almost Half-Off Right NowThe Topo Ultraventure 4 finds a sweet spot between support and light weight.Adam RoyAugust 4, 2026
Ultralight GearThis Sub-10-Ounce Backpacking Quilt Is on Sale NowYou'd be hard-pressed to find a lighter sleep system than the Zpacks Summer Quilt, which packs down to the size of a footlong sub and weighs almost nothing.Adam RoyAugust 3, 2026
GearDeal of the Week: Grab an Entry-Level Ultralight Tent at a DiscountAt 30 percent off, REI's Flash Air 1 is a solid pick for hikers looking to lighten their kits. Adam RoyJuly 23, 2026
2-Person Tent ReviewsThe Most Livable Backpacking Tent of 2026 Is on Sale NowThe REI Co-op Half Dome 2 is a classic for a reason, and it's on sale now.Adam RoyJuly 6, 2026
Jacket ReviewsThis (Actually Good) Down Jacket Is on Sale for as Little as $30The REI Co-op 650 Down Jacket is a solid midlayer at its full retail price of $120—and right now, you can grab it at a steep discount.Adam RoyJune 26, 2026
Ultralight GearYou Can Grab This Sub-$200 Ultralight Tent for a Discount Right NowMade by Chinese manufacturer 3F UL, the sub-$200 Lanshan 2 made waves when it first hit the market. Now, you can grab it for a discount.Adam RoyJune 23, 2026
GearDeal of the Week: A Half-Pound Shelter That Costs Less Than $50The SOL Escape Bivvy is a perfect just-in-case shelter for hikers headed into the alpine.Adam RoyJune 17, 2026
GearDeal of the Week: A Hiking Boot for People Who Hate Hiking in BootsBuilt like a cross between a trail runner, an approach shoe, and your favorite boot, the Scarpa Rapid Mid GTX is lighter and more nimble than any mid-cut has the right to be.Adam RoyJune 11, 2026