Clothing and shoes
Camping and hiking
Running and biking
REI Co-op’s Labor Day sale begins today and runs through September 7, so if you’re thinking of going hiking or camping or biking or running this fall, it’s the best time of the year to pick up the clothing and gear you’ll need. Items from many outdoor brands we love (including Darn Tough, Sea to Summit, Thule, and Keen), along with REI’s entire in-house line, are on sale for up to 25 percent off.
Below, I’ve found the very best deals in the sale on the outdoor products that we’ve been testing and recommending for years, including our best overall tent, some of our favorite hiking shoes, and comfortable and useful hiking pants. I also spotted several of our favorite hiking stoves, camping chairs, and camping mattresses — gear worth picking up even if you’re done camping this year, since it will be just as useful in 2027. Now that it’s no longer apocalyptically hot, we’re entering prime biking and running season, so I found deals on panniers, running vests, and car racks. In terms of clothing, it’s a smart idea to shop for fall and winter stuff rather than just look for discounts on summer shorts and tees — get those puffer jackets and base layers before temperatures drop and prices surge.
