The 36 Best Deals From REI’s July 4 Outdoor Gear Sale (2025) Leave a comment

The REI Fourth of July sale is a good time to get a deal on mountain climbing, tenting, and backpacking necessities. This 12 months, there are additionally nice competing July Fourth sale offers from Backcountry and Public Lands.

We take a look at tenting and mountain climbing gear all 12 months spherical right here at WIRED, and these REI offers are on gear we have examined and permitted. There’s one thing right here for practically all our favourite summer time actions—tents, stoves, sleeping baggage, and loads of outside attire.

In the event you’re unsure what you want, remember to take a look at our guides to outdoor gear, just like the Best Backpacking Tents, Best Sleeping Bags, Best Backpacking Sleeping Pads, Best Rain Jackets, Best Merino Wool Clothes, and Best Binoculars.

Up to date Monday, June 30, 2025: We have added extra offers on tents, a Bote paddle board, an Arc’teryx rain jacket, bug spray, a Yeti deal for REI members, and extra.

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The Greatest Offers on Mountaineering Attire

Make sure you try our guides to the best rain jackets, the best merino wool, and how to layer your clothes to remain cozy in any climate.

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This deal is barely on one shade (Redtail Rust for males’s and Oxide Crimson for the ladies’s), and possibly will not final, however that is the bottom value we have seen for considered one of our favorite hiking rain jackets.

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 affords a great vary of movement, although the sleeves are elastic, which some folks won’t like. I like this fleece, although, as a result of it is not overly technical trying, you may put on it round city or when belaying.

The Rab Cinder Phantom is our favourite rain jacket for biking. It solves nearly all my points with rain gear—it is extremely mild (3.3 ounces/114 grams for a medium), stuffs right down to concerning the dimension of a tennis ball, and is by some means surprisingly waterproof. It’s going to ultimately moist out, however it takes fairly a downpour.

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The Rainier is our favorite budget 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.

It is a traditional 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 mixture of 40-denier material, (with 80D bolstered areas) and Gore-Tex Professional 3L membrane make this not simply extremely waterproof, however very sturdy as properly. This deal is proscribed to 1 shade and goes quick.

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When the climate will get down properly 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 (normally -10 Fahrenheit in January). The shell is light-weight (20D) Pertex ripstop nylon that is properly windproof and waterproof. For some purpose, solely the ladies’s jacket is on sale.

In the event you stay in a chilly local weather, even when it is not fairly Canada, you want this shirt. It is your traditional, ultrawarm wool shirt. Sorry, shirt jacket. No matter it’s, it is heat, cozy, and cozy. Do not let the wool scare you, it is not itchy.

I purchased this in the course of the REI Anniversary sale in Could and have been very pleased with it. It is too scorching for it now, however a cool spring gave me an opportunity to put on it for a great week. It is barely outsized, however very gentle, stretchy and comfy. I imply it is a merino wool beanie, laborious to go incorrect with a type of. And it is Fjällräven so it is well-made and will final a really very long time.

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Huckberry’s Proof 72-hour Merino T-shirt ranks excessive in our information to merino T-shirts. It is gentle, and the traditional match is unfastened and comfy. It would 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) in the event you choose that fashion). This shirt is 87 p.c merino wool and 13 p.c nylon, which provides it a bit of additional stretch.

The best midweight base layer we’ve tested, this Smartwool shirt is ideal for cold spring and fall mornings. It is comfy, although tending to be looser becoming, which is one thing to remember when layering. The heavy-duty seams (learn: sturdier, longer lasting) do not rub, and sit off the shoulder for extra consolation when sporting a pack. At 87 p.c merino wool (blended with nylon), these are additionally very sturdy whereas remaining light-weight (10.3 ouncesfor a males’s massive).

I purchased my father, father-in-law, brother-in-law, and husband every considered one of these shirts final 12 months. Roark Clothing is a small firm that makes a few of my favourite energetic attire, and the Bless Up shirt is the right summer time shirt. It is perforated and constructed from artificial fibers, so it is excellent for super-humid seashore days when the temperatures are above 90 levels. —Adrienne So

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That is one other deal that is solely on one shade, however REI 650 puffy jacket (9/10, WIRED Recommends) is the best budget 3-season puffy you should purchase, extra so at this value. At 10.9 ounces it is moderately light-weight and has massive hand pockets and a few very good inside pockets for stashing a hat or gloves.

Offers on Backpacking Gear

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This deal is a combo of our high choose backpacking water filter and our high choose 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 will have the time. After I’m not testing one thing else, that is the filtration system I exploit and it is by no means let me down. If you don’t need the Cnoc bladder for some purpose the Sawyer can be on sale for $35 ($10 off).

Heading into bear nation this summer time? You may very seemingly want a bear-resistant approach to retailer your meals. In my expertise, the BV500 from Bear Vault is essentially the most broadly permitted choice (although all the time test with the rangers within the space). At 700 cubic inches, the BV500 has room for about 3-5 days of meals for 2 (relying on how properly you pack). It does weigh nearly 3 kilos, and it is a bummer to hold, however while you want it, you want it—may as properly seize one when it is a bit cheaper.

I am unsure this actually qualifies for the “ultralight” moniker, and these pots are sadly marred by having a ton of faux influencer evaluations on the market, however they’re truly fairly good. The hard-anodized aluminum is sturdy and gives good warmth switch. The ceramic nonstick coating makes for simple 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, in the event you severely burn one thing, this factor won’t prevent (boil water within the pan to loosen the burnt bits), however for each different scenario, scraping down your pot with this device will get you 99 p.c of the way in which to a clear pot.

This has been my backpack of selection for the final 5 years. It is mild, sturdy (it is fabricated from Dyneema), and carries a great deal of as much as about 35 kilos in consolation. The rear mesh pocket offers you a spot to stash moist gear, and water-repellent outer means your gear would 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 bit extra gear when backpacking with my children.

Whereas I really like my Junction pack (see above), had been I shopping for at present, 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. In the event you 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 ought to be a lot.

Sea to Summit’s 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 laborious to move up.

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Six Moon Design’s Lunar Solo (7/10, WIRED Review) is my favourite single-wall ultralight solo tent. It isn’t with out its quirks (read the pitching tips), however if you need one thing greater than a tarp, that also weighs simply 26 ounces (740 grams), this one is tough 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 large five-person model that by some means nonetheless manages to weigh simply 6 lbs. 14 oz. As will all Copper Spur tents, 4 folks shall be extra comfy, however 5 will technically match.

Sleeping Bag and Sleeping Pad Offers

Seeking to improve your sleep system? Take a look at our guides to the Best Sleeping Bags and the Best Backpacking Sleeping Pads.

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The Zenbivy Bed 25 (9/10, WIRED Recommends) is hands-down essentially the most comfy backcountry sleeping expertise I’ve ever had. It would not be my high choose for excessive conditions, however as long as your anticipated temperatures slot in Zenbivy’s vary (the consolation ranking is 35 levels Fahrenheit), it would not get extra comfy 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 every little thing I cherished concerning the authentic above, however lighter weight. I am going to have a full assessment very quickly, however in the event you’ve been tempted by the Zenbivy, however needed to maintain your base gear weight down, that is the choice you’ve got been searching for.

It is not our high choose for side sleepers, however the Questar stays a great choice for individuals 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 baggage 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 bit extra sturdy, making this a superb different ultralight pad. Word that this one is an REI Outlet deal; the XT has been changed by a more moderen mannequin.

Mountaineering and Tenting Offers

Remember to take a look at our information to the Best Day-Hiking Backpacks and the Best Travel Bags.

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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 further perks, like this deal. REI members can save 20 percent off anything Yeti. Seize our top pick cooler, the Yeti Tundra Haul Wheeled Cooler or that dear, however very good, water bottle you’ve always wanted, 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 will have room for it in your car, there is not any higher approach to loosen up across the fireplace together with your family members.

This deal is barely obtainable on the just about blinding Firefly Yellow shade, but when that works for you, that is the very 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 same old high-quality Yeti rotomolding to maintain your meals chilly for as much as 5 days in our testing. Hurry, although, this deal won’t final.

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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 fast SOS from just about wherever. There are further options like waypoints and interval monitoring, and it performs good with compatible Garmin watches.

Osprey has been making Talon packs since 2007. This mannequin is the smaller cousin to the 33L model in our guide to the best day-hiking packs. The success of the Talon line is properly deserved, the 100-denier high-tenacity nylon (Bluesign-approved) makes for a sturdy pack whereas remaining moderately light-weight (2 kilos, 1 ounce for the S/M dimension). The twin zippered panel-loading design makes attending to your stuff a snap, and there are many further pockets inside and out of doors that can assist you stash all of your gear.

Our favourite approach to avoid the green propane bottles is that this fuel 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 laborious metal that come from lugging round a giant propane tank. This dimension 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 need serious bug repellent spraying Permethrin in your garments is the way in which to go.

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My favourite paddleboard for lazy days paddling on the lake, the Bote is massive and steady, making it nice for novices. Regardless of that it is surprisingly nimble and straightforward to steer, with excellent monitoring capability. 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 dimension. The Lake is mild, moderately quick, and the most cost effective approach 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 automobile trunk or corridor closet.

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 time 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 great tent.