The 4th of July is over, however the REI offers proceed. The REI 4th of July sale is a superb time to get a deal on climbing, tenting, and backpacking necessities. This yr, there are additionally nice competing July Fourth gross sales on high manufacturers at Backcountry and Public Lands.
We check tenting and climbing gear all yr spherical right here at WIRED, and these REI offers are on gear we have examined and authorised. There’s one thing right here for almost all our favourite summer season actions—tents, stoves, sleeping luggage, and loads of out of doors attire.
If you happen to’re undecided what you want, be sure you take a look at our guides to out of doors gear, just like the Finest Backpacking Tents, Finest Sleeping Baggage, Finest Backpacking Sleeping Pads, Finest Rain Jackets, Finest Merino Wool Garments, and Finest Binoculars.
Up to date July 5, 2025: We have added a deal on a Cannondale ebike, Patagonia Nano Puff jacket, a number of merino wool t-shirts and socks, the Garmin Forerunner 265, a number of rain jackets, and our favourite automotive tenting sleeping bag.
WIRED Featured Offers
Do I’ve to be an REI Member to save lots of?
No, however REI Co-Op members earn 10 p.c Member Rewards on all their purchases (which you’ll redeem on the finish of the yr), and there are some particular offers for members, like a coupon for 20 p.c off anybody full-price merchandise. REI membership is a one-time charge of $30. Proper now, once you spend $50 on gear, you may join a brand new membership, and REI gives you a $30 bonus card, making membership successfully free.
When Does the REI Fourth of July Sale finish?
This yr the REI Fourth of July sale runs June 27 by means of July 7. Each Backcountry and Public Lands are operating gross sales by means of July 7 as effectively.
The Finest Mountain climbing and Working Offers
Make sure to take a look at our guides to one of the best rain jackets, one of the best merino wool, and tips on how to layer your garments to remain comfortable in any climate.
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This deal is barely on one colour (Redtail Rust for males and Oxide Purple for the ladies) and doubtless will not final, however that is the bottom value we have seen for considered one of our favourite climbing rain jackets.
I’ve final yr’s model of this jacket. The taped seams and welded development maintain wind and moisture at bay, and the facet zip vents run all the way in which from the hem to the bicep, providing nice air flow once you’re transferring (they’re additionally helpful for getting at stuff within the pockets of your mid layers).
I do not love my Houdini, however I discover it extraordinarily helpful. It packs right down to in regards to the measurement of a tennis ball, it is mild, and it will cease the wind and shed a light-weight rain, which has earned it a everlasting spot in my day climbing package. Nonetheless, as my editor writes in our rain jacket information, “it rustles, it isn’t too breathable, and I really feel like I am carrying a plastic bag.” Notice that this deal is barely accessible on choose colours.
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The Rainier is our favourite price range rain jacket, particularly so on sale. The Rainier makes use of high-quality three-layer, seam-taped, laminate waterproofing (a rarity at this value), and the DWR coating is non-fluorinated (no PFAS). It has options like venting pit zips, a weatherproof middle zip, and options an adjustable, packable hood.
This can be a basic rain jacket. Go tenting in Oregon within the rain, and you will find everybody standing round of their an identical Betas. The AR (for “all-round”) is the beefiest of Arc’teryx’s Beta jackets. The mix of 40-denier cloth (with 80D bolstered areas) and Gore-Tex Professional 3L membrane make this not simply extremely waterproof, however very sturdy as effectively. This deal is restricted to at least one colour and goes quick.
This North Face fleece jacket options in our upcoming information to mid-layers. The stretchy, recycled midweight fleece is ideal for cool mornings and evenings within the shoulder seasons. It gives a very good vary of movement, although the sleeves are elastic, which some folks is not going to like. I like this fleece, although, as a result of it isn’t overly technical wanting, you may put on it round city or when belaying.
The Rab Cinder Phantom is our favourite rain jacket for biking. It solves virtually all my points with rain gear—it is extremely mild (3.3 ounces/114 grams for a medium), stuffs right down to in regards to the measurement of a tennis ball, and is someway surprisingly waterproof. It is going to finally moist out, nevertheless it takes fairly a downpour.
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When the climate will get down effectively beneath freezing, and the wind makes your cheeks burn, that is the jacket I flip to. With a base layer on the backside, a wool sweater over that, then this jacket, I used to be toasty heat strolling within the early morning chill of winter (often –10 Fahrenheit in January). The shell is light-weight (20D) Pertex ripstop nylon that is properly windproof and waterproof. For some motive, solely the ladies’s jacket is on sale.
Patagonia’s Nano Puff is beloved by everybody who lives locations that do not even have winter. Simply kidding. Form of. I stay in northern Wisconsin and the window of time the place this jacket is helpful is brief, nevertheless it’s a pleasant choice for cool fall days. If you happen to do want one thing hotter, take a look at our puffer jacket information.
If you happen to stay in a chilly local weather, even when it isn’t fairly Canada, you want this shirt. It is your basic, ultrawarm wool shirt. Sorry, shirt jacket. No matter it’s, it is heat, cozy, and comfortable. Do not let the wool scare you, it isn’t itchy.
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The most effective midweight base layer we have examined, this Smartwool shirt is ideal for cold spring and fall mornings. It is snug, although tending to be looser becoming, which is one thing to bear in mind when layering. The heavy-duty seams (learn: sturdier, longer lasting) do not rub, and sit off the shoulder for extra consolation when carrying a pack. At 87 p.c merino wool (blended with nylon), these are additionally very sturdy whereas remaining light-weight (10.3 ounces for a males’s giant).
An honorable point out from our merino wool t-shirt information, this Smartwool t-shirt is cousin the lengthy sleeve above. It is lighter than that one, and smooth and comfortable. It is a merino mix, 88 p.c merino wool and 12 p.c nylon, which makes it extra sturdy than pure merino—mine is occurring three years now with not a gap in sight. As with many of those attire offers the sale value is barely on choose colours, however for those who like the colours on sale it is a good technique to construct up your merino assortment with out spending a fortune.
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Huckberry’s Proof 72-hour Merino T-shirt ranks excessive in our information to merino T-shirts. It is smooth, and the basic match is unfastened and comfy. It does not look overly “sporty,” the way in which many merino T-shirts do (although there’s a slim match model additionally on sale for $52 ($20 off) for those who favor that fashion). This shirt is 87 p.c merino wool and 13 p.c nylon, which supplies it a bit of additional stretch.
I purchased this in the course of the REI Anniversary sale in Might and have been very proud of it. It is too sizzling for it now, however a cool spring gave me an opportunity to put on it for a very good week. It is barely outsized, however very smooth, stretchy, and comfy. I imply it is a merino wool beanie; onerous to go improper with a type of. And it is Fjällräven, so it is well-made and may final a really very long time.
I purchased my father, father-in-law, brother-in-law, and husband every considered one of these shirts final yr. Roark Clothes is a small firm that makes a few of my favourite energetic attire, and the Bless Up shirt is the right summer season shirt. It is perforated and produced from artificial fibers, so it is excellent for super-humid seaside days when the temperatures are above 90 levels. —Adrienne So
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That is one other deal that is solely on one colour, however REI’s 650 puffy jacket (9/10, WIRED Recommends) is one of the best price range three-season puffy you should purchase, extra so at this value. At 10.9 ounces it is fairly light-weight and has giant hand pockets and a few very good inner pockets for stashing a hat or gloves.
You’ll be able to’t go improper with a pair of Darn Robust merino wool socks. These are a merino mix, 52 p.c nylon, 45 p.c merino wool, 3 p.c spandex. That is makes them good and stretchy, in addition to extra sturdy than 100% merino, however the nylon does imply you may’t put on them as lengthy with out washing, I discover about 2 days max for blends like this.
Working Gear Offers
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Our top-rated trainers are actually on sale as a result of the most recent model, the Endorphin Pace 5, simply got here out. Nevertheless, reviewer Kieran Alger has run 1000’s of miles on this model and might vouch for his or her mild, snappy journey.
These are client tech director Michael Calore’s favourite trainers, and considered one of our high picks for sneakers with essentially the most stability.
Do you have to beat chafing burn in your bits? This plant-based unguent is our high decide for lengthy distances and is the decide of ultrarunning legend Courtney Dauwalter.
Offers on Backpacking Gear
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This deal is a combo of our top-pick backpacking water filter and our top-pick water bladder. Because the identify suggests, the Sawyer is a squeeze filter, however paired with the Cnoc it turns right into a gravity filter when you may have the time. After I’m not testing one thing else, that is the filtration system I take advantage of, and it is by no means let me down. If you do not need the Cnoc bladder for some motive, the Sawyer can also be on sale for $35 ($10 off).
Heading into bear nation this summer season? You may very possible want a bear-resistant technique to retailer your meals. In my expertise, the BV500 from Bear Vault is essentially the most extensively authorised choice (although all the time test with the rangers within the space). At 700 cubic inches, the BV500 has room for about three to 5 days of meals for 2 (relying on how effectively you pack). It does weigh virtually 3 kilos, and it is a bummer to hold, however once you want it, you want it—may as effectively seize one when it is a little bit cheaper.
I am undecided this actually qualifies for the “ultralight” moniker, and these pots are sadly marred by having a ton of pretend influencer opinions on the market, however they’re truly fairly good. The hard-anodized aluminum is sturdy and supplies good warmth switch. The ceramic nonstick coating makes for straightforward cleanup (particularly paired with the GSI scraper beneath).
Nonetheless essentially the most helpful piece of backpacking gear I personal, GSI’s pot scraper is the unsung hero of backcountry cooking, turning cleanup from a tedious chore to a few seconds’ work. Now, for those who significantly burn one thing, this factor is not going to prevent (boil water within the pan to loosen the burnt bits), however for each different state of affairs, scraping down your pot with this software will get you 99 p.c of the way in which to a clear pot.
Whereas I really like my Junction pack (see above), had been I shopping for at the moment, I might get the Southwest. The one actual distinction is the outer rear pocket, which is mesh within the Junction and Dyneema within the Southwest. Seems I by no means dry moist gear within the mesh, and I’ve discovered it snags on issues greater than I would like. If you happen to do not want the mesh, the Southwest is the pack to get. Once more, I would go 55 liters, but when I had been solely doing solo journeys, the 40 liters must be lots.
This has been my backpack of selection for the previous 5 years. It is mild, sturdy (it is product of Dyneema), and carries a great deal of as much as about 35 kilos in consolation. The rear mesh pocket provides you a spot to stash moist gear, and a water-repellent outer means your gear does not get moist (there could also be limits to this, however I’ve by no means had an issue). My solely remorse is that I did not get the 55 liters (additionally on sale for $340 ($60 off)), so I might match a little bit extra gear when backpacking with my children.
Sea to Summit’s whole line of tents is on sale proper now. The ultralight Alto (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is designed to maintain weight down in your solo adventures. At simply 33 ounces for a semi-freestanding tent, it stays one of many lighter choices in the marketplace, and at this value it is onerous to go up.
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Six Moon Design’s Lunar Solo (7/10, WIRED Evaluation) is my favourite single-wall ultralight solo tent. It isn’t with out its quirks (learn the pitching ideas), however if you’d like one thing greater than a tarp, that also weighs simply 26 ounces (740 grams), this one is difficult to beat.
That is the primary REI 4th of July sale I’ve seen in years the place Large Agnes Copper Spur tents aren’t on sale. That is the lone Copper Spur deal, on the enormous five-person model that someway nonetheless manages to weigh simply 6 kilos, 14 ounces. As will all Copper Spur tents, 4 folks will probably be extra snug, however 5 will technically match.
There are lighter 1-person tents on the market, however the MSR Elixir is powerful, fast to arrange, and surprisingly roomy for a 1-person tent. The improved cloth coatings on this newest model have held up effectively to a few Lake Superior storms, and I actually like the inside pockets and the all-metal nook {hardware}. Setup is a snap.
The Petzl Tikka is one of the best headlamp you should purchase. I’ve had the identical Petzl Tikka for 14 years, and it is nonetheless going robust. The Tikka isn’t the brightest, topping out at 450 lumens, nevertheless it’s loads of mild to prepare dinner by within the backcountry. The deal is on the Core mannequin, which options Petzl’s rechargeable battery (there is a Micro USB port on the battery), however it could actually additionally run on any previous AAA batteries.
Sleeping Bag and Sleeping Pad Offers
Seeking to improve your sleep system? Try our guides to the Finest Sleeping Baggage and the Finest Backpacking Sleeping Pads.
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The Zenbivy Mattress 25 (9/10, WIRED Recommends) is hands-down essentially the most snug backcountry sleeping expertise I’ve ever had. It would not be my high decide for excessive conditions, however as long as your anticipated temperatures slot in Zenbivy’s vary (the consolation score is 35 levels Fahrenheit), it does not get extra snug than this. The Zenbivy is not only a sleeping bag. It is a sheet, hood, and quilt-style bag that may be mixed in numerous methods.
Zenbivy’s Mild Mattress is a brand-new choice that takes the fundamental clip design of different Zenbivy beds and lightens up the load. I have been testing this bag for a number of months, and it’s all the things I cherished in regards to the unique above, however lighter weight. I am going to have a full overview very quickly, however for those who’ve been tempted by the Zenbivy, however wished to maintain your base gear weight down, that is the choice you have been in search of.
It is not our high decide for facet sleepers, however the Questar stays a very good choice for many who need extra room. It makes use of what Therm-a-Relaxation calls W.A.R.M. match, which stands for “with further room for a number of” positions. Certainly, this bag may be very roomy for a mummy design. I used to be ready to attract my legs up when side-sleeping and unfold out significantly greater than with many of the different sleeping luggage I’ve examined.
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Sea to Summit’s Ether Mild XT is barely marginally heavier than the Therm-a-Relaxation above. The additional 4 ounces for the Sea to Summit pad will get you fairly a bit extra cushion too—it is a 4-inch thick pad, in comparison with the three inches of the Therm-a-rest X-Lite, which makes this a greater ultralight choice for facet sleepers. I additionally just like the baffle design higher, and it appears to be a little bit extra sturdy, making this a wonderful various ultralight pad. Notice that this one is an REI Outlet deal; the XT has been changed by a more recent mannequin.
The most effective tremendous comfortable automotive tenting pad you should purchase, the MondoKing is essentially the most snug, deluxe mattress within the Therm-a-rest line, the flagship for choosy automotive campers and those that are stationary within the backcountry for weeks or months at a time. This burly mat is 4 inches thick and weighs 4 kilos, providing loads of cushioning and help. You will not need to lug it far, however even a large-bodied facet sleeper will not backside out.
Closed-cell-foam pads just like the Therm-a-Relaxation Z-Lite Sol are essential. They weigh subsequent to nothing (10 ounces for the small), fold up sufficiently small to lash to the skin of any pack, and double as a chair, additional padding on chilly nights, desk, you identify it. I’m too previous and too smooth to be the type of ultra-minimalist who will get by with only a Z-Lite, however I nonetheless have one round on virtually each journey I take.
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REI’s Siesta is nice price range sleeping bag. The 98 p.c recycled polyester fill is rated to twenty levels, which is sweet sufficient for 3-season automotive tenting journeys. I might use one thing hotter for those who’re anticipating beneath freezing temps. That stated, the Siesta’s hood actually helps on colder nights. My favourite function although, the rationale it is our high decide for automotive tenting, is the complete size zipper, which lets you flip it right into a quilt on hotter nights.
Mountain climbing and Tenting Offers
Do not forget to take a look at our information to the Finest Day-Mountain climbing Backpacks and the Finest Journey Baggage.
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As famous above, you do not have to be an REI member to get most of those offers, however there are some additional perks, like this deal. REI members can save 20 p.c off something Yeti. Seize our top-pick cooler, the Yeti Tundra Haul Wheeled Cooler, or that expensive however very good water bottle you have all the time wished, the Yeti Yonder.
This chair is the coziest method to hang around round camp. It’s considerably big, heavy, and awkward to fold up and carry, however as long as you may have room for it in your automobile, there is no higher technique to chill out across the fireplace together with your family members.
This deal is barely accessible on the virtually blinding Firefly Yellow colour, but when that works for you, that is one of the best value we have ever seen on the Roadie 32. The Roadie coolers aren’t fairly as strong because the Yeti Tundra, however they’re nice for tenting. You get a basket for organizing your contents and the standard high-quality Yeti rotomolding to maintain your meals chilly for as much as 5 days in our testing. Hurry, although, this deal is not going to final.
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Cannondale’s Journey Neo line (8/10, WIRED Recommends) has a 250-watt Bafang motor with a Bafang sensor and a thumb throttle, which makes it a category 2 ebike (it tops out at 20 mph help). It isn’t essentially the most highly effective bike we have examined, nevertheless it options dependable parts from Shimano and Bosch together with nice shocks and a suspension seat submit.
That is the adult-size model of our favourite child’s mountain bike. REI’s hardtail comes with XS–S 27.5 x 2.6-inch wheels within the XS and S sizes, and 29 x 2.6 for the M-XL sizes. The SR Suntour XCM 120-mm coil fork has a 15-mm via axle and 110-mm enhance, making it good at cornering, but additionally providing fairly stable sturdiness. It is bought hydraulic disc brakes (Shimano MT200) for exact management and microSHIFT ADVENT x 1 x 10 drivetrain, which shifts properly. The heavier-duty DRT 1.3 bike can also be on sale for $1,200 ($200 off).
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I’ve but to do a visit with a satellite tv for pc communicator, however I do perceive why folks use them. If I had been to convey one alongside, that is the one I would get. It is tiny, mild (3.5 ounces), and simply stashable. It makes use of the super-fast Iridium satellite tv for pc community, so you may ship a speedy SOS from just about anyplace. There are additional options like waypoints and interval monitoring, and it performs good with appropriate Garmin watches.
Garmin’s Forerunner 265 is great multisport watch, with 30+ built-in exercise profiles together with all the things from operating to open water swimming. It is bought a really good, vibrant AMOLED touchscreen, and it could actually ship dependable coronary heart price metrics throughout exercises, which is why it is our high decide watch in our greatest coronary heart price displays information.
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It is watersports season. If you do not have a paddle board, it is time to make investments. My favourite paddleboard for lazy days paddling on the lake, this Bote is giant and secure, making it nice for inexperienced persons. Regardless of that it is surprisingly nimble and simple to steer, with excellent monitoring skill. I additionally love the two-in-one kayak/SUP hybrid design, which suggests you may flip it right into a full fishing rig with Bote’s numerous add-ons.
Oru’s foldable kayaks are genius—all of the boat, not one of the measurement. The Lake is mild, fairly quick, and the most cost effective technique to get into the world of folding kayaks. As with all Oru’s choices, the Lake folds origami-style right into a roughly 30-inch sq. that’s simply 15 inches deep—sufficiently small to slot in a automotive trunk or corridor closet.
The ultralight backpacking firm Gossamer Gear is now making journey merchandise, like these superior packing cubes. As you’d anticipate these are light-weight, however what makes them essentially the most versatile dice set you will get is the wide selection of choices right here. The half- and full-size cubes have compression, mesh, and durable pull zippers. The twin-chamber soiled/clear dice has a surprising 15-liter capability and the soiled facet seals off. —Adrienne So
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Osprey’s venerable Talon packs have lengthy had a spot in our information to one of the best day-hiking packs. The 100-denier high-tenacity nylon (Bluesign-approved) outer shell is sturdy and lightweight, and the twin panel entry makes it simple to get to your stuff. There are eight pockets all instructed, which suggests you may have loads of house, in and out, to stash all of your gear. The Osprey Talon 33 can also be on sale $120 ($40 off)
I have never had an opportunity to play with this one a lot, however for those who like having some additional chest space for storing this Thriller Ranch pocket is sweet technique to go. It is works excellent with Thriller Ranch packs, however the clips ought to work with nearly any pack that has a little bit webbing on the shoulder straps.
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The REI Co-op model Kingdom 6 tent was a very long time favourite round right here, alas REI discontinued the Kingdom 6 and changed it with two tents: The Wonderland 6 and the REI Base Camp 6. The Wonderland 6 has extra mesh, which makes it a better option for summer season journeys. We’ll be testing each very quickly, however primarily based on my expertise with the very related Kingdom, it is a stable deal on a very good tent.
I like Kelty’s tarp tent, although I’ve the 9-foot model and actually want I had the 12, which is what I’ve linked to right here. It has stood up effectively in 20- to 30-mile-per-hour winds within the Outer Banks, and saved the rain off within the deep north woods of Wisconsin. If you happen to plan to make use of it in a treeless space just like the seaside, be sure you decide up the poles, that are bought individually.
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That is the best-smelling bug repellent that makes use of oil-of-lemon eucalyptus. Reviewer Kristin Canning notes that the spray comes out even and wonderful and far much less intense-smelling than different sprays she tried. It gives about six hours of safety.
Our favourite technique to keep away from the inexperienced propane bottles is that this gasoline growler. This mannequin will get you a 1.2-pound propane tank with a pleasant padded/insulated sleeve and a helpful strap for carrying, and it makes your camp setup look a lot nicer than a naked tank. It additionally saves your shins throughout these inevitable run-ins with chilly onerous metal that come from lugging round an enormous propane tank. This measurement is the equal of 5 inexperienced propane bottles.
Permethrin is a bug repellent you may apply to clothes, and theoretically different gear, though I don’t advocate it on nylon tents. Nonetheless, if you’d like critical bug repellent spraying Permethrin in your garments is the way in which to go.
