50 Best REI Early Black Friday Deals October 2025

Fall is the perfect season to take advantage of cooler temperatures and spend some time in nature—and REI’s early Black Friday sale is teeming with travel-ready deals that will majorly upgrade your adventures without breaking the bank. The beloved outdoor gear retailer just dropped massive markdowns of up to 75 percent on hiking shoes, camping tents, and more from trusted brands like Patagonia, Yeti, and Osprey. 

Whether you’re gearing up for a day hike, family camping trip, or a laid-back fall getaway, now’s the time to stock up on best-selling outdoor essentials. Here, I’ve rounded up the 50 best deals from REI’s early Black Friday sale—starting at just $8. From durable outdoor gear to cozy, travel-ready apparel, these limited-time finds are too good to miss.

Best Overall Deals

Best Clothing and Shoe Deals  

Prices are slashed up to 75 percent on traveler-loved brands, including Patagonia, REI Co-op, Merrell, and more at REI right now, so it’s the perfect time to stock up on adventure-ready apparel for all of your fall and winter trips. The most jaw-dropping deal of them all is the Patagonia Maipo Dress, a compressive travel dress that’s currently $91 off. Men’s apparel is also majorly discounted, with the stretchy, water-repellent Sahara Men’s Stretch Convertible Pants on sale for 50 percent off, and anti-chafe ExOfficio 9-inch GNG Sport 2.0 Boxer Briefs marked down to $25.

• $50 off: REI Co-op Sahara Men’s Stretch Convertible Pants, $50 (originally $100)
• REI Co-op Swiftland Women’s Thermal Half-zip Pullover, $45 (originally $90) 
• Breathable base layer: Tasc Performance Men’s Elevation Merino T-shirt, $55 (originally $79) 
• On Men’s Cloudvista 2 Trail Running Shoes, $120 (originally $160) 
• Layering essential: REI Co-op Women’s 650 Down Vest, $50 (originally $100) 
• Patagonia Men’s R1 Pullover, $104 (originally $149) 
• REI Co-op Lightweight Logo Beanie, $11 (originally $23)  
• Astral Loyak Women’s Water Shoes, $29 (originally $99) 
• 70 percent off: Patagonia Maipo Dress, $38 (originally $129) 
• Merrell Men’s Moab Speed 2 Gore-tex Hiking Shoes, $128 (originally $170)
• Best hiking pants: Mountain Hardware Men’s Basin Trek Pants, $64 (originally $85) 
• Patagonia Men’s Retro Pile Half-snap Pullover, $114 (originally $189) 
• REI Co-op Men’s Lightweight Base Layer Bottoms, $28 (originally $40) 
• Anti-chafe underwear: ExOfficio 9-inch GNG Sport 2.0 Boxer Briefs, $25 (originally $34)

REI Co-op Women’s 650 Down Vest

Merrell Men’s Moab Speed 2 Gore-tex Hiking Shoes  

Best Gear and Luggage Deals

From no-fuss tents to waterproof duffel bags and wheeled suitcases, REI is brimming with deals on the best outdoor gear and luggage, up to $200 off. For a seriously comfy camping trip, you can score the Big Agnes Goosenest Double-decker Inflatable Cot for $290. Need an ultra-packable alternative? We love the warm yet lightweight Trailmade 20 Sleeping Bag, currently 30 percent off. Stellar luggage deals on carry-on spinners are another must-have when they’re marked down over $100, like the Osprey Ozone 2-wheel Carry On Luggage.

Osprey Ozone 2-wheel Carry-on Luggage 

REI Co-op Trailmade 20 Sleeping Bag 

Best Outdoor Accessory Deals

Camping and hiking essentials are steeply discounted ahead of Black Friday, with editor-loved items like the Yeti Hopper Flip 8 Soft Cooler—which our testing team found had superior ice retention—marked down $40. Looking to upgrade your camping kitchen? Game-changing extras like the GSI Outdoors Pioneer Chef’s Tools and Uco Eco 4-piece Mess Kit are worth stocking up on, while prices start at $14.

• Under $15: Uco Eco 4-piece Mess Kit, $14 (originally $20) 
• Editor-loved: Yeti Hopper Flip 8 Soft Cooler, $161 (originally $200) 
• Leki Cressida AS Trekking Poles, $120 (originally $160) 
• Tech-friendly gloves: The North Face Sierra Etip Gloves, $29 (originally $40) 
• LifeStraw Go Stainless-steel Water Filter Bottle, $37 (originally $50) 
• REI Co-op Trailgate Comforter, $90 (originally $129) 
• Campsite comfort: Big Agnes Mica Basin XL Camp Chair, $129 (originally $200) 
• Ignik Gas Growler 5.0 Deluxe, $97 (originally $130) 
• GSI Outdoors Pioneer Chef’s Tools, $18 (originally $25) 
• Night-hiking must-have: Petzl Tikka Headlamp, $28 (originally $35) 
• Alps Mountaineering Wavelength Blanket, $50 (originally $80) 

Leki Cressida AF Trekking Poles

Big Agnes Mica Basin XL Camp Chair

Best Deals Under $50

Some of the best deals I found were in REI’s under-$50 section, which is overflowing with items from top-tier brands including Yeti, Teva, The North Face, and more from just $8. To stay hydrated on your travels, score a leakproof CamelBak Thrive Mug for just $28. And for post-hike recovery, slip into the shock-absorbent Oofos Ooahh Slide Sandals, now 25 percent off. I’m also adding the Sahara Women’s Long-sleeve Solid Shirt to my cart, a durable, UPF-boosted hiking staple that’s a whopping 75 percent off (and sure to sell out soon).

• Leakproof mug: CamelBak Thrive Mug, $28 (originally $40)  
• Icebreaker Hike Men’s Medium Crew Socks, $18 (originally $23) 
• Under $10: CamelBak Straw Multi-pack, Set of 5, $8 (originally $12) 
• Brooks Women’s High Point Long-sleeve Shirt, $49 (originally $66) 
• Yeti Rambler Tumbler with MagSlider Lid, $28 (originally $35) 
• 75 percent off: REI Co-op Sahara Women’s Long-sleeve Solid Shirt, $17 (originally $70) 
• Recovery slides: Oofos Ooahh Slide Sandals, $45 (originally $60) 
• The North Face Terra Lumbar 1L Waist Pack, $21 (originally $30) 
• Best travel sandals: Teva Women’s Original Universal Sandals, $42 (originally $55) 
• Black Diamond Oval Keylock Carabiner, $10 (originally $13) 
• Packing hack: REI Co-op Expandable Packing Cube Set, $23 (originally $33) 
• Nite Ize Hitch Phone Anchor and Stretch Strap, $11 (originally $15)

REI Co-op Expandable Packing Cube Set

Teva Women’s Original Universal Sandals

Best Editor-tested Gear Deals

We’ve tested hundreds of outdoor essentials, from camping gear to hiking backpacks, and dozens of our favorites are currently on sale at REI. T+L staffers voted Patagonia as the best outdoor travel clothing brand, and the Patagonia Terravia Mini Hip Pack is currently less than $25—it’s perfect for hands-free travel, whether you style it around your waist or as a crossbody bag. Osprey is our go-to for lightweight backpacks, like the biker-friendly Osprey Metron 22 Roll-top Pack, which you can snag right now for $69 off. Ahead of any winter trips, be sure to stock up on our favorite ski socks from Smartwool for only $22.  

The North Face Borealis Daypack

Smartwool Ski Targeted Cushion Over-the-calf Socks

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