It’s hard to get excited for fall camping and hiking if all you have is a busted up tent and some worn out boots. Luckily, the REI Labor Day sale starts today—and it’s the perfect opportunity to upgrade your gear, try something new, or just grab a few more sports bras at a lower price than usual.
We’ve spotted discounts as big as 40% off on tents, rain jackets, and more outdoorsy must-haves for the upcoming season. And the markdowns get even steeper if you browse the site’s Outlet section, where certain past season styles are 50% off (plus, while the sale is on, REI Co-Op members can take an extra 20% off one REI Outlet item). In other words, there are deals across the site—but we’ve found the ones worth shopping.
Our favorite REI Labor Day Sale deals so far
With top-rated, expert-approved brands like Merrel, Patagonia, Yeti, The North Face, and Rumpl included in REI’s Labor Day Weekend savings event, there are plenty of highlights to call out. If we had to name just one, it’d be Merrell’s Moab 3 hiking boot, which is our overall top pick for hiking boots, regardless of experience level—it’s so comfortable, seriously rugged, and 25% off now.
- Merrell Moab 3 Mid Waterproof Hiking Boots—originally $150; now $112
- Patagonia Diamond Quilted Bomber Insulated Hoodie—originally $199; now $139
- Yeti Hopper M15 Tote Soft Cooler—originally $300; now $240
- The North Face Stormbreak 3 Tent—originally $220; now $154
- Rumpl NanoLoft Puffy Blanket—originally $165; now $99
The best REI Labor Day Sale deals to shop now
With this sale (which ends on September 2), REI is setting you up for a very successful fall in the great outdoors, whether you’re hitting the trails, running the campsite kitchen, or exploring your neighborhood park. Check out all of the highlights below, and make sure to make your picks ASAP, especially if you’re in the market for shoes and clothes—some sizes and colors are already selling out.
iIf you’re in the market for road running shoes, hiking sandals, trail runners, or editor-approved boot-sneaker hybrids (the Adidas Terrex Free Hiker 2 won a Sneaker Award in 2023), you should swing by REI’s footwear section first. This is also where we’ve seen some of the most exciting deals—Keen’s so-chunky-they’re-cute sandals are 28% off, while those aforementioned Adidas hiking shoes are a whopping 50% off. And for those looking to pick up the pace, both the Saucony Endorphin Edge and the Nike Vomero 17 (which we’ve previously recommended as a great pick for everyday runs) are 25% off.
We’re not exaggerating when we say that you can’t go wrong with any of these hiking boot deals. The models featured here from La Sportiva, Oboz, and Merrell all come recommended by outdoor experts, while Keen’s Targhee III waterproof boot won a 2023 Sneaker Award. We recommend these pairs even when they’re not on sale, so we highly encourage you to give them a try now, while they’re available at a discount.
As much as we welcome the crisp fall weather, it won’t be long before layers are a necessity for days spent outside. If you snag some cozy socks and new baselayers now, you’ll be well prepared for those brisk temperatures. And no matter the time of year, you’ll get plenty of mileage out of REI Co-Op’s stretchy, pocket-laden leggings and Adidas’ Powerreact sports bra (which this writer swears by for cardio workouts).
If you haven’t made sure your jacket collection is ready for colder, wetter weather, here’s your chance. REI’s best-selling Rainier rain jacket blocks wind and water, while Patagonia’s quilted bomber and Columbia’s classic half-snap will keep the chill out on cool early mornings. And, not only does Cotopaxi’s down jacket provide lightweight warmth and come in six punchy color combinations, it’s also 50% off right now.
Much like its footwear section, REI’s bag selection has quite the range. Need a hydration vest or daypack for an out-and-back hike? Are you looking for a rugged duffel for your next weekend-long outdoor adventure? How about a cooler that isn’t a pain in the neck to carry to your favorite scenic spot? The gang’s all here, and on sale for up to 36% off.
Once you have your pack and boots squared away, you can focus on smaller pieces of gear that are key to an enjoyable (and safe!) hike, like portable light sources, trekking poles from expert-approved brank Leki, and Zippo’s highly convenient power bank that doubles as a hand warmer.
If you’re in the market for a new tent, REI has a tent deal that’ll suit your needs. The Copper Spur line from Big Agnes won a SELF Outdoor Award back in 2022 for its extremely light, waterproof material and its abundance of storage space. Both the Stormbreak from The North Face and Mountain Hardwear’s Mineral King tents are great options for backpacking (and generally traveling light), and REI’s half-off, six-person, high-ceiling Skyward tent is the roomy shelter of your dreams.
Communing with nature doesn’t have to be uncomfortable—at least not with these marked-down amenities. There are camping blankets, sleeping bags and pads, camping chairs, and an Outdoor Award–winning camp stove (which has two burners and an easy-to-clean drip tray) on sale for the holiday weekend.
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