All articles tagged with #outdoor gear
A Home Depot round-up spotlights eight foldable camping essentials—chairs with built-in tables, a 15-in-1 Gerber multi-tool, a six-foot folding utility table, a portable 110-W solar panel, a folding bag chair, a compact personal fan, a 10x10 pop-up canopy, and a 500-lumen flip light—selected for space-saving design and solid customer ratings, with prices ranging from a few dollars to several hundred.
This Home Depot roundup highlights nine worthwhile camping gear picks—ranging from sturdy tent stakes and a portable stove to a wagon, a compact hatchet, multi-pack flashlights, a kerosene lantern, a pop-up changing room, a WeatherX lantern with a power bank, and Ready America glow sticks—while flagging three to skip for best value: the Blazing LEDz 12-LED lanterns, the Coleman Queen camping cot and air mattress combo (prone to leaks), and the Picnic Time chair (priced well above a comparable Harbor Freight option).
Guardian lifestyle piece praising the Alvantor 6-ft pop-up screen tent as a quick, lightweight, mosquito-proof refuge that springs open in under 30 seconds, with fine mesh and a UPF roof for camping, picnics, or coastal outings, with larger sizes available up to 15x15 ft.
Mashable highlights Amazon's post-Prime Day 4th of July deals with top outdoor gear savings, including the Cuisinart FlavorBoost 8-in-1 Outdoor Electric BBQ Grill for $279, the Ninja FrostVault 50-quart cooler at $199.95, the Jackery Explorer 1000 V2 power station for $448.99, and the JBL PartyBox Encore Essential 2 speaker for $229.95, plus a broader lineup of cooler, power and speaker discounts for the long weekend.
Gear Patrol’s Father’s Day Gift Ideas curates new or significantly improved gear released since last year, spanning under $100 to premium splurges across tools, tech, travel, outdoors, fashion and home. The guide emphasizes novelty with purpose over a single category, offering items from compact tools (Leatherman OPNR) to versatile accessories (Native Union 2-in-1 Belt Cable), audio (Fiio EH11), travel and kitchen gear (Nestout Outdoor Cooker, Matador travel pillow), rugged outdoor and everyday wear, high-end luggage and watches (Rimowa Classic Cabin in Titanium, Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Black/White, Panerai PAM01731), and other luxe gadgets for the dad who already has everything.
WIRED highlights 14 new outdoor tools—from accessible three‑person tents and portable stoves to a high‑lumen flashlight and a compact collapsible cooler—designed to simplify summer adventures and reduce friction on backcountry trips and beach outings.
The Verge highlights 40 deals from REI’s big Anniversary Sale, covering everything from Garmin watches and satellite messengers to tents, sleeping pads, lighting, water filters, stoves, and more. The sale runs through May 25, with REI member savings (ANNIV26) giving 20% off one full-price or outlet item. Notable highlights include Garmin inReach Mini 2 for $249.99 (subscription needed for Iridium features), Half Dome 2 Tent with footprint for about $197.39, BioLite Site Lights for $74.89, LifeStraw Peak Series Straw for $18.69, and the JetBoil MiniMo Cooking System for $107.93, among others across camping gear, headlamps, portable speakers, and wearable tech. The roundup also points shoppers to affiliate links for potential savings at partners like Amazon and REI.
REI's spring sale slices prices by up to 50% on top brands like Patagonia and Arc’teryx with 19 deals covering jackets, apparel and other outdoor gear for both men and women, helping shoppers refresh gear for spring adventures.
REI's Member Days run through March 23 with 50% off select Outlet items and 20% off a full-price item for Co-op members using code MEMBER26; members can also snag extra savings on bike services ( Brake/Shifter adjustments and bike tune packages) and a wide range of MTB gear, from Hydro Flask bottles to bike bags, racks, pedals, saddles, and more, making it a prime time to upgrade MTB gear.
An explainer on PFAS in outdoor clothing and the push to PFAS-free options, detailing how traditional PFAS-based membranes (like Gore-Tex) work, why bans are spreading, and practical PFAS-free substitutes (PU membranes, ePE, directional fabrics, and natural fibers such as OPTIM wool and Ventile cotton). The article notes most people don't need PFAS gear, but careful maintenance is required for PFAS-free options; price and durability vary, with PFAS-free gear lasting well with proper care.
Patagonia's winter sale offers substantial discounts across outdoor apparel and gear—from fleece headbands and beanies to insulated jackets, packs and rain gear—with many items discounted around 30–50%, highlighting recycled materials and eco-friendly fabrics.
Gear Patrol highlights 40 Presidents’ Day weekend sales across outdoor gear, apparel, and home goods, featuring major discounts on Patagonia, The North Face, Arc’teryx, J.Crew, Sonos, Yeti and more—with jacket, footwear, luggage, watches, and furniture deals up to about 70% off and new items added throughout the weekend.
REI’s winter sale cuts prices by up to 50% on Arc’teryx, Patagonia, The North Face and more, featuring 27 apparel deals across men’s, women’s, and accessories, with items from jackets and fleeces to base layers and beanies (prices start around $6).
The article advocates for wearing two pairs of gloves—an inexpensive wool liner from stores like McGuire Army Navy and a flexible work glove from Home Depot—to stay warm and maintain dexterity during winter, offering a practical alternative to bulky, waterproof gloves that often fail to dry and perform well.
Salomon has upgraded its popular X Ultra 4 hiking boots to the new X Ultra 5, featuring a stronger Matryx woven upper, deeper outsole lugs for better grip, and improved durability and construction, making an already excellent boot even better for trail enthusiasts.