Insane Summer Sales on Outdoor Gear from REI, Backcountry

Backcountry: Up to 40% Off

You can find nearly everything you might need for outdoor adventures at Backcountry. And you’ll find major deals on that gear during Backcountry’s Summer Sale. Get up to 40% off a variety of apparel, shoes, tents, and more.

I’m partial to suggesting prAna’s Stretch Zion Pants. With many sizes and colors on sale for 30% off, it’s a solid choice for pants that will last a very long time. I’ve had my pair for over 10 years, and they’re still going strong. That’s why they also top our guide to the Best Men’s Climbing Pants.

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REI: Up to 70% Off Outlet

There are some incredible deals happening at REI right now — but they end after this coming Monday, Aug. 3. Until then, you can get 70% off select items from the REI Outlet store. REI’s handpicked deals include a host of options from throughout the outdoor sports landscape, from cycling and running to climbing, travel, and snow sports.

Given the intense summer heat, it’s probably a good time for more running shorts, like these easygoing hiking and swimming shorts: the Outdoor Research Zendo Multi Shorts – Men’s. They’re 71% off, or just under $20, depending on size. For women, a good sports bra can often cost some bucks, but the prAna Sculpt Adjustable Bra is only $19 after a 71% discount.

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Columbia: 45% Off Sport Sandals

My family grew up wearing lots of Columbia, and the brand still makes solid — and affordable — shoes and apparel for the outdoors.

Case in point: the Men’s Trailstorm Hiker Two Strap Sandal is on sale for $45 after a 40% discount. The Women’s Trailstorm Hiker 2-Strap Sandal is also on sale for the same price. Find more shoes, as well as jackets, shirts, and more, on Columbia’s latest gear sale.

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Merrell: Up to 40% Off

There’s a reason why Merrell is still sitting pretty in the shoe biz these days: It still makes some of the most popular kicks for hiking. As one GearJunkie reviewer put it about the Merrell Moab 3: “They’re a trail classic.”

You can find many styles and sizes of that shoe for nearly 30% off through the Merrell Summer Sale. Not too shabby for a shoe that should keep your feet dry during plenty of outdoor trips.

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Even after all these years, Victorinox Swiss Army Knives still rule the campsite and hiking trail, as GearJunkie reviewers still attest. Right now, you can get the Victorinox Swiss Army Super Tinker Pocket Tool for 33% off on Amazon, or about $32.

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