I'm an outdoors journalist and REI's annual Labor Day sale is pretty much like Christmas for me. Each fall, the retail giant slashes the prices on some of the best gear around, which makes it possible for campers and hikers on various budgets to get their hands on high-tech gear without breaking the bank and revitalize their kit for the coming year.
This year, I've combed through the deals and pulled together some of my top picks for you. This gear is all highly rated by customers (and me), with a discount of at least 25% and not restricted to odd sizing.
Scroll down for deals on the best sleep systems, tents, stoves, chairs and light sources, but don't delay – sale prices end on Monday, September 2 with stock selling fast.
Quick links
- All REI Labor Day deals: save up to 40% on camping and hiking gear
- Member-only deals: members take an extra 20% off deals
- Labor Day running deals: up to 70% off the best running kit
- Big savings on tents: up 60 % off tents of all sizes, for any weather
