The Best Deals We Found at the REI Anniversary Sale

Summer is practically here, y’all. Whether you’re a dedicated camper or getting ready to hit a few local trails, you’ll find tons of good deals at the REI Anniversary Sale. This is the outdoor retailer’s biggest sale of the year; it kicked off on Friday, May 19, and runs through Memorial Day (May 29). You’ll find up to 30% off on everything you need for hiking, running, cycling, or simply relaxing in nature.

If you’re an REI Co-op member, you’ll save even more: 20% off one full-price item (either in stores or online) and an extra 20% off any REI Outlet item with the promo code ANNIV23. You can find all the coupon-eligible products here and sign up for the membership (which has a one-time fee of $30) here.

Even if you’re not going for the extra discounts, there are still a ton of on-sale products to sort through—so we did the digging for you and highlighted some of the best deals you can grab right now.

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Garmin InReach Mini 2

This safety gadget is great for anyone traveling deep into the woods or going on a solo adventure. Garmin’s inReach device uses satellites to monitor where you are and transmit your location to others, even when your phone doesn’t have service. You can stay in contact with two-way communication, tracking, and interactive SOS capabilities, a key emergency feature if you ever need to be rescued.
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Wild Rye Ruby Mountain Bike Shorts

Bike shorts have gotten so trendy and versatile—great for running errands, working out, and more—that we often forget about how well they work for their intended activity. This particular pair is loose and stretchy enough to give you that wonderful free range of motion when riding up a hard hill. They’re made from UPF 50 fabric and have a zippered pocket, plus a roomy seven-inch inseam.

Currently available in sizes 4 to 16.