10 incredible deals on hiking essentials and more

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One of my favorite activities is walking through REI. It’s filled with aisles of magical products like inflatable mattresses, backpacks that double as water bottles, and reusable cutlery sets. Things I would never need, but almost make me want to camp—until I realize I can’t spend more than 10 minutes outside in the wilderness before I start complaining about the bugs and the dirt. But their website is also chockfull of advice if you’re just getting into exploring the great outdoors.

There are actually a ton of great products are REI for the less adventurous souls like hammocks, popular water bottles, and iconic pullovers. You know, the things you’ll actually use in your day to day life. Even better, the retailer is offering up 40% off select items, including popular brands like HydroFlask, Patagonia, Eno, and so much more. We dug through the sale to pick out the 10 best items for the outdoorsy and indoorsy alike.

1. The best water bottle we’ve ever tested

Hydro Flasks are kind of a big deal in within the water bottle community. They come in fun colors and literally keeps your water cold for hours, which is essential whether you’re on a long hike or just walking to class. In fact, Hydro Flask makes the best water bottle we’ve ever tested and we loved that it aced all of our tests while still having a lifetime guarantee. Right now, you can get one with a stylish REI Co-op logo for the lowest price we’ve ever seen.

Get the REI Co-op Hydro Flask Standard Mouth for $23.93 (Save $9.02)

2. A popular hammock to lounge around

When I picture a generic college campus, students hanging around on the grass and in hammocks might comes to mind. ENO hammocks are perfect for lounging around whether your in the quad, your backyard, or the wilderness. They’re easy to hang up, and are just as easy to pack away, in case you doze off and are short on time for your next adventure. You can get it on sale at REI in the khaki/maroon and yellow/sapphire colors.

Get the ENO SingleNest Hammock for $29.93 (Save $30.02)

3. The popular Patagonia Better Sweater 

Name a piece of clothing that’s more iconic than the Patagonia Better Sweater. I’ll wait. The thick, “outdoorsy” pullover is oh-so-cozy, yet is always in fashion. Seriously, you just throw it on and you look put together. Right now, you can get it for 50% off in select colors and sizes, which is insane and one of the best times to get one.

• Get the Patagonia Women’s Better Sweater Zip Pullover for $48.83 (Save $50.17)
• Get the Patagonia Men’s Better Sweater Quarter Zip Pullover for $48.83 (Save $50.17)

4. A GoPro to record your next adventure

Everyone likes documenting their latest adventure, right? But that can be tricky to do so when you’re on the move with your iPhone camera. We named the GoPro Hero7 Black our favorite affordable vlogging camera, but it can also be used for recording any adventure, outdoors, indoors, and even underwater. We loved how easy it was to use and that it’s small but can still record 4K video at 30 frames per second. Right now, you can take $70 off the original price tag with this sale.

Get the GoPro Hero7 Black for $329.99 (Save $70.01)

5. Clif Bars for on-the-go snacking

I think I might be addicted to Clif Bars. They’re tasty, portable, and give me energy for hours, making them perfect for activities like hiking or studying in the library. When I see them giving out free samples at the finish lines of one of my local road races, I swear it makes me run faster. Right now, they’re 25% off and you know I’m stocking up.

• Get the Clif Sweet & Salty Energy Bar for $1.09 (Save $0.49)
• Get the Clif Nut Butter Filled Bars for $1.49 (Save $0.51)
• Get the Clif Fruit Smoothie Filled Energy Bar for $1.49 (Save $0.51)

6. Bright raincoats for dreary fall weather

The colder weather also means that you need to deal with cold rain, which is pretty miserable. Thankfully, this rain jacket from The North Face will protect you from inclement weather, and you can pack it into a pouch for easy travel. You can get a great price on select styles and sizes of this durable, water-resistant jacket right now. Believe me, it looks just as good on the sidelines of a kids’ sporting event as it does on the hiking trails.

• Get the Women’s The North Face Venture 2 Rain Jacket for $48.83 (Save $70.17)
• Get the Men’s The North Face Venture 2 Rain Jacket for $48.83 (Save $50.17)

7. Running shoes to help you hit the pavement

Have your current running shoes seen one too many miles? To protect yourself from injury, it might be time for an upgrade. Managing editor and avid runner Amy Roberts  recommends these shoes from Altra—and right now, they’re on steep sale and she’s stocking up. She says it’s a great choice for runners who like a low-to-the-ground barefoot feel but with some cushioning.

• Get the Women’s Altra Escalante 1.5 Road-Running Shoes for $79.99 (Save $50.01)
• Get the Men’s Altra Escalante 1.5 Road-Running Shoes for $79.99 (Save $50.01)

8. Supportive sports bras for all activities

Brooks bought cult-favorite Moving Comfort a few years back, but continue to make the same supportive bras, which come in designs for all activities and a wide range of sizes. The Maia is currently on sale, making it a great time to grab a few.

Get the Brooks Maia Sports Bra for $40.59 (Save $17.41)

9. Capri leggings for fall joggings

As much as I running in shorts, once the temperature drops below 60 degrees, I need a little warmth. These capri joggers are the perfect length and come highly rated. They also have a ton of pockets, so you can store your keys, credit cards, and Clif Bars.

Get the Oiselle Pocket Jogger Capris for $53.93 (Save $24.07)

10. A headlamp for hiking and more

This headlamp might be the solution to a few of your problems. It’s a hands-free way to cast light on whatever you’re doing, but it’s useful in more ways than just for nighttime camping. You can use it to illuminate your grill when cooking after dark, for jogging when it’s still dark out before work, or even for puttering around in the dark corners of your basement. At this price, it might be worth the investment to make these small tasks easier.

Get the Petzl Tikka Headlamp for $17.89 (Save $12.06)

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