REI’s Holiday Sale is back again. For your annual reminder of why it’s worth jumping on: REI has been closing all of its now 190+ physical locations across the U.S. on Thanksgiving and Black Friday since 2015, encouraging customers and employees alike to “Opt Outside.” The physical-shopping break means an earlier opportunity to find deals online, with a sweeping sale that begins Nov. 13 (running through Nov. 23) offering steep markdowns across numerous tried-and-true outdoor brands. 

Keen, Black Diamond, Smartwool, Exped, Yakima, La Sportiva, Fjällräven, Merrell, Dakine, Burton, Garmin, Adidas, Wahoo, Kelty, Osprey, Salomon: The list goes on and on.

While most markdown items benefit from 20-30% off, savvy REI shoppers will look closely at the deals for REI Co-op’s in-house brand gear. The brand now covers nearly every category (from technical outerwear to accessories, T-shirts, hoodies, and drinkware), including its own series of specialized line collections to look out for: Active Pursuits (general, multi-sport activewear); Swiftland (a performance-oriented running and trail-running collection of apparel/accessories); Sahara (quick-dry sunwear); Trailmade (more affordable technical trail gear); and Flash (lightweight packs, apparel, and tents).

The sale also covers more than 3,000 styles sold at the store. There are plenty of big-ticket hard items like skis and snowboards, boots and bindings, tents, packs, and racks. As always, REI Co-op members save more, with 20% off one full-price item and an extra 20% off one REI Outlet item (Use code HOLIDAY2026 at checkout; for exclusions and details, visit REI.com/coupon). REI Outlet shoppers can save up to 60% on select items from Nov. 17–19. 

REI Co-op members get access to additional benefits and offers, though terms and conditions apply to all:

• Get free U.S. standard shipping (no regular customer $100 minimum required).
• Save an additional 50% on a Hot Wax or Premium Wax at REI Co-op locations offering Snow Shop services. 
• Earn 5% in card rewards on all purchases, even sale items, with the REI Co-op® Mastercard®.
• Don’t have the REI Co-op® Mastercard®? Apply today and receive $30 in REI Co-op® Mastercard® Rewards approximately 7-10 business days after opening the credit card (must apply 11/10-11/23, approval required).
• Get $150 off any REI Recommended and REI Exclusive trips over $1,500 USD. (must book 11/1–11/23 for trips 12/1-5/31/27).  

Dive in with the marked-down gear that jumped out at us the most. Given the wide selection of sale products, as well as the depth of options and colors from the inventories of proven brands, we started with ones we’ve tested and reviewed over the years. We selected some ideal gifts (at least more interesting than a standard set of new socks) and identified a few big-ticket, high-performance winter products with steep discounts worth budgeting for yourself.   

Black Diamond Moji R+ Lantern: $40 (20% Off)

Part party light, part camp lantern, and tiny enough to stash in a pack pocket, this li’l  lantern kicks out up to 200 lumens from a frosted globe that spreads soft, even light across a tent or picnic table. A built-in 1500 mAh battery recharges over micro-USB, so you can cycle through the rainbow to raise group energy, or use campfire mode to dim the glow when time to wind down. Four magnets and a double-hook loop stick the water-resistant 2.8-ounce lantern to metal, or hang it from a ceiling loop, where it can run nearly 100 hours on low.

Silky Zubat Professional 330 mm Hand Saw: $93 (20% Off)

A saw that arborists trust hundreds of feet off the ground is a serious upgrade for your backcountry camp chores. Premium Japanese steel and a taper-ground 13-inch blade cut with less friction, while big, impulse-hardened teeth leave a clean finish. The full-tang construction is secured with metal screws to eliminate handle wobble. It travels well in the custom scabbard (included), with a limited lifetime warranty to back it up. 

Kelty Journey PerfectFIT Elite Child Carrier: $300 (25% Off)

The PerfectFIT suspension on this full-featured family hiker adjusts to fit almost any adult, while a sternum strap and load lifters keep the kiddo’s weight comfy on the climbs. Up front, a wide seat, adjustable foot stirrups, and a 5-point harness protect your passenger, with a padded aluminum roll cage plus integrated sunshade. A zippered “dirty” compartment cordones off messy clothes, and the 26-liter capacity easily holds layers, toys, and snacks — as if there were ever a way to carry enough.

Thule Outset Hitch-Mounted Tent: $3,760 (20% Off)

Welcome to the rooftop tent—only moved behind the car. By mounting this three-person tent to a 2-inch receiver hitch, you can detach the standing version and drive to town for resupply. Wheels make it a one-person install, and the low, elevated platform makes an easy climb for kids, seniors, and pets. Inside, a 2.7-inch mattress, sit-up headroom (peaking at 44.5 inches), plus large windows and doors provide a spacious feel, ample ventilation, and a deployable rain cover to handle the weather. The rear-vehicle placement means little impact on your fuel economy, and the whole thing (163 pounds packaged) tilts back for trunk access.

REI Co-op Powderbound Insulated Jacket: $187 (25% Off)

High-performance all-mountain protection doesn’t always mean a high-end price tag. REI’s own Peak 2-layer laminate blocks precipitation while letting sweat escape, while the PFAS-free DWR beads up moisture on the shell. Insulation is smartly zoned: 80 g in the body for warmth, 60 g in the sleeves for easier movement. Resort-ready details include a helmet-friendly hood, pit zips, a snap-away powder skirt, glove-friendly cuffs, a lift-pass wrist pocket, and an interior goggle pocket.

Burton Moto Boa Snowboard Boots (Men’s): $224 (20% Off)

With this high-tech, playful all-mountain boot, you’ll notice the soft, forgiving flex made for creative riding. The BOA Fit System lets you fine-tune the fit with a quick dial turn, even mid-run. Inside, a custom-moldable liner with 3M Thinsulate insulation keeps feet warm. DynoLITE outsoles are 20% lighter than standard while still delivering grip and cushion for full days on the hill, and a 1-year Burton warranty is included.

Salomon S/PRO SUPRA S BOA X110 Ski Boots (Men’s): $560 (20% Off)

Skiers who want a precise, consistent fit without a wall of buckles can adjust the BOA Fit System on the S/Pro Supra S model to keep the foot snug, while Salomon’s Power Spine links the cuff and shell for strong back support and progressive rebound out of the turn. Exowrap construction, a rugged hook-and-loop strap for power transmission, and heat-moldable S/PRO CF liners preshaped around the ankles add to the dialed-in feel. 

Yakima CBX XXL Roof Box: $919 (20% Off)

If you’re looking for serious ski-box capacity without the roof-blimp look, this sleek package offers 21.5 cubic feet of space (609 liters), holding gear for up to five campers or 5-7 pairs of skis and 3-5 snowboards (up to 215cm). A flat interior floor maximizes usable room, and the dual-sided opening lets you load from either side of the vehicle. 

Backcountry Access Float 12 Avalanche Airbag Pack: $432 (20% Off)

The Float 12 is the most affordable way into BCA’s trusted and conveniently refillable airbag lineup, without cutting essentials — namely, the deployable 150-liter airbag. The 12-liter pack stays low-profile for heli-skiing, cat skiing, sidecountry, and snowmobiling, with diagonal ski carry, vertical snowboard carry, and BC Link radio compatibility. It weighs in at a scant 4.8 pounds with the full system cylinder, which, like the training needed for proper backcountry use, is not included.

Jetboil Genesis Basecamp System: $337 (25% Off)

As close to a full camp kitchen as Jetboil gets, this compact, folding two-burner stove nests inside a 5-liter FluxPot along with a 10-inch ceramic-coated fry pan. A Jetlink port lets you expand the system, and a level igniter gets you cooking quickly on 10,000 BTUs per burner. It all packs into a carry bag for 9.3 pounds of camp-ready cooking. 

MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes (Men’s): $300 (25% Off)

The Lightning Ascent offers aggressive traction on steep and icy terrain thanks to its 360° Traction frame and steel DTX crampons, while Ergo Televators engage with a flick of a pole grip to cut fatigue on climbs. Paragon bindings wrap securely around a wide range of boots. Available in three sizes and compatible with modular flotation tails (sold separately) for deeper snow or heavier loads.

Asolo Falcon EVO Jacquard GV Hiking Boots (Men’s): $206 (25% Off)

This light, all-weather boot has a refined build courtesy of PFAS-free GORE-TEX (keeps feet dry and breathing), layered with a woven nylon/poly jacquard upper (adds durability without bulk). At just under 2 pounds a pair, they eat up long days with Vibram Megagrip outsoles, thermoshaped collars that hug the ankle, and an Aso-Flex TPU structure that boosts stability and protection, alongside TPU toe caps. 

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