All articles tagged with #outdoor gear
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.
The article highlights the top outdoor and tech gear of 2025, including Leatherman's new high-end knives, Garmin's inReach Mini 3 Plus, and other innovative products like the CRKT Provoke X, KUIU Waypoint Roller Bag, and Black Diamond's Deploy Down Jacket, showcasing the year's most forward-looking gear across various outdoor activities.
Nike has announced new innovative outdoor gear including Project Amplify, a powered robotic footwear system designed to enhance mobility, along with a futuristic jacket, neuroscience-based shoes, and cooling apparel, signaling a move towards more advanced, cyberpunk-inspired sportswear.
Orvis, the outdoor and sporting goods retailer, will close 36 stores and five outlets in early 2026 due to an unprecedented tariff landscape, focusing more on core outdoor pursuits like fly fishing and wingshooting, and emphasizing its brick-and-mortar presence and product assortment aligned with its roots.
The article highlights various alternative sales to Amazon Prime Day, including discounts on bedding from Cozy Earth and Brooklinen, outdoor gear from Backcountry and Solo Stove, tech deals from Best Buy, and sex toys from Lelo, offering shoppers a range of options beyond Amazon with significant savings.
The article discusses Robohiker, an exoskeleton designed to enhance hiking by allowing users to go further and faster, showcasing advancements in wearable technology for outdoor activities.