Whether you’re gearing up for your first overnight hike or refreshing your kit for next season’s alpine adventures, good gear is a long-term investment in safety, comfort, and outdoor enjoyment! With the REI Co-op Holiday Sale right around the corner, this is the perfect time to score top-tier hiking and backpacking essentials at a serious discount (or find the perfect gift for your favourite adventure buddy).
To help you make the most of the sale, I’ve rounded up my favourite deals based on the gear that James and I use the most!
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REI CO-OP HOLIDAY SALE HIGHLIGHTS
🔹 Dates: 14–24 November 2025
🔹 Deals: Save 20-50% on top outdoor brands
🔹 Member Bonus: REI Co-op Members get an extra 20% off one full-priced item AND 20% off one Outlet item (use coupon code HOLIDAY2025 at checkout)
25% Off Select Black Diamond Gear
I’ve trusted Black Diamond gear for over a decade of sport climbing, mountaineering, and backpacking adventures— BD features heavily on my outdoor packing lists and gear reviews, and now is a perfect time to stock up on some of my most-loved outdoor essentials at 25% off!
Black Diamond Trail Trekking Poles
Trekking poles help reduce impact on your knees, especially when carrying a heavy pack over long distances or navigating challenging terrain, from scree fields to snow chutes. I use them on EVERY single backpacking and mountaineering trip, and recommend them to everyone— once you try poles, you’ll never go back!
Black Diamond Spot 400-R Headlamp
This lightweight, rechargeable headlamp is essential for alpine starts, the occasional alpine finish, cooking in camp, or wandering around the tent at night. I love that it’s compact enough to live in my pack lid and also bright enough for route-finding in the dark— this exact model has lit my way up solo summits from Aconcagua to Mont Blanc.
$250 Off Garmin fenix 8
The most powerful GPS watch on the market, now at one of its best-ever prices— the Garmin fenix 8 AMOLED Sapphire and the fenix 8 Solar Sapphire are currently $250 off!
Garmin fenix 8
James’ favourite GPS watch, loaded with incredible features that allow us to navigate even challenging off-trail routes safely and confidently! Coupled with powerful fitness stats, this is a truly top-of-the-line watch ready to support years of adventuring.
25% Off Select Osprey Packs
I’ve trialled many backpacks over the years (and put in some serious trail miles in the process), and Osprey remains my absolute favourite pack brand for every outdoor adventure– from day-hiking to alpine climbing, I’m able to carry heavy loads comfortably and safely in my Osprey packs.
I recommend these packs to anyone in the market for a better backpack, and during the REI Co-op Holiday Sale, you can snag a great deal on 24L day packs, 34-48L packs perfect for hut-to-hut and via ferrata (hello Dolomites!), and 58L packs adaptable to overnight backpacking and mountaineering trips.
25% off Osprey Women’s Packs:
25% off Osprey Men’s Packs:
→ My go-to Osprey Aura 50, James’ Atmos 65, and the Talon 33 (which we both use!) aren’t part of the Osprey sale, BUT: REI Co-op Members can use the HOLIDAY2025 coupon for 20% off any one of these full-price packs!
Osprey Aura AG 50 (women’s)
My top pick for every overnight hike or high-alpine expedition– this has taken me from casual weekend backpacking trips to 10-day mountaineering expeditions, and everything in between! The best part of the pack is its suspension and customisable fit, which ensure that you can comfortably carry everything you need to stay safe in the backcountry.
Osprey Atmos AG 65 (men’s)
All the same comfort and features I love about the 50L Aura, but with a bit more room for bulky gear and extra food— this is an incredibly versatile size that we’d recommend for men on multi-day trips!
Osprey Talon 33
Our go-to for day hikes, hut-to-hut trails, and alpine scrambles. Lightweight, breathable, and just enough structure to stay comfy all day, but super streamlined for scrambling and via ferrata.
Note: This is technically a men’s pack, but I’ve used it for years very happily, as has James!
25% Off All Smartwool Clothing & Socks
Outdoor adventures during any season call for Merino wool base layers, and I’m a huge fan of Smartwool for staying temperature regulated outside! Read more about building the ultimate outdoor layering system in this post.
Smartwool Classic Thermal Merino Crew Base Layer Top
I absolutely love this thick merino longsleeve, and it’s become a staple in my pack from summer to winter. It also makes an excellent sleep layer!
Smartwool Classic Thermal Merino Base Layer Bottoms
The bottom version of my favourite merino top, perfect for providing extra insulation under hiking pants or as a sleep layer!
Smartwool Mountaineer Cushion Crew Socks
These are my favourite extra-thick mountaineering socks anytime I’m expecting cold conditions on a glacier— they’ve seen me up summits from Mt Rainier to Mont Blanc!
30-50% Off REI Co-op Brand Gear & Clothing
REI Co-op’s enormous range of gear and clothing is ALSO included in the Holiday Sale, and I can personally recommend a few items that have had a prized place in my gear closet for the last decade of outdoor adventures.
REI Co-op Flash 18
Our absolute favourite summit pack— this ultralight, no-frills bag weighs next to nothing and rolls down small enough to disappear in your main pack when you’re not using it. This is the perfect bag to carry with you on small excursions and summit pushes when you just need snacks, water, and a few layers– stash your big pack and set off with the Flash!
REI Co-op Flash 22
A slightly larger version of the Flash 18 with a bit more structure and internal organisation— great if you want a summit pack that can double as a minimalist daypack for short hikes and travel.
REI Co-op Brand Nalgene Water Bottles
This water bottle is an outdoor staple— we love the wide mouth for easy filling from a water filter in the backcountry! 50% off during the Holiday Sale is a steal.
Other REI Co-op Holiday Deals:
- 30% Off Selected Fjallraven Clothing
- 30% Off Selected The North Face Clothing (Members only!)
- 25% Off La Sportiva Hiking & Trail-Running Shoes
- 25% off Selected Sea to Summit Camping Gear
- & heaps more! BROWSE ALL DEALS FROM REI CO-OP
From headlamps to hiking packs, merino wool base layers to GPS watches, this year’s REI Co-op Holiday Sale is packed with incredible deals on gear that will last for years of adventures.
Don’t forget:
- the sale runs 14-24 November 2025
- REI Co-op Members get an extra 20% off one full-priced item and 20% off one Outlet item
Happy exploring!!
