The REI Labor Day Sale has some great deals on REI brand clothing you don’t want to miss. REI makes highly durable clothing that’s well-designed for hiking, backpacking, and other outdoor pursuits. I have a closet full of it, and it lasts forever, no matter how much I abuse it.
REI Sahara Shade Hoodie (30% off)
Perfect for hiking or watersports, the REI Co-op Sahara Shade Hoodie has a tech-tee-like knit that wicks moisture and provides shade. This UPF 50+ hoodie has a 3-panel hood with an internal drawstring to seal out the elements, a crossover-style opening for sun coverage at the neck, and thumbholes to hold the sleeves in place.
REI Sahara Convertible Pants (30% off)
REI’s Sahara Convertible Pants are made with a recycled nylon/spandex blend that’s lightweight, breathable, and durable enough for hiking and backpacking. These UPF 50+ pants have vertical zippers from the bottom hem to the mid-thigh, which allow for more ventilation and also let you remove the pants without removing your shoes or boots. Loaded with six pockets for essentials, including front hand pockets, back pockets, and cargo pockets (1 zippered), they have a zipper fly with button closure.
REI Fleece Gloves (30% off)
Load up for winter with these inexpensive but well-made REI Fleece Gloves (I usually buy multiple pairs at a time). Their lightweight Polartec fleece delivers weather-resistant warmth that breathes well, resists pilling, and dries fast. Conductive material at the tips of thumbs and index fingers lets you use touch screens without removing your glove, while durable synthetic suede palms provide grip.
REI Active Pursuits T-Shirt (30% Off)
Made with a stretchy, soft jersey fabric, the REI Active Pursuits T-Shirt wicks moisture and dries quickly. It provides UPF 50+ sun protection for sunny days on the trail or the water and is also available in tall sizes.
REI Activator 3.0 Softshell Pants (50% off)
Tough, breathable, and stretchy, these REI Co-op Activator 3.0 Pants are great for hiking in colder weather and winter, with or without long underwear. They’re made with a water-resistant soft-shell fabric that is wind-resistant fabric to 35 mph. Zip hand pockets, a zip thigh pocket, and back pockets with hook-and-loop closures hold your trail essentials secure. These are great pants!
REI Rainier Rain Jacket (30% off)
The REI Rainier Rain Jacket is a fully-featured 2.5-layer waterproof/breathable rain jacket and hardshell good for autumn and winter hiking. It has pit zips, a two-way adjustable hood, Velcro wrist cuffs, two internal drop pockets, two external zippered pockets, and hem adjustment. It is also packable. It’s a best buy, even when it’s not on sale!
Swiftland Running Tights (30% off)
Strong and stretchy, REI Co-op Swiftland Running Tights are made to hold your phone and anti-bonk energy snacks in compression pockets that won’t hinder your stride. Their durable nylon/spandex fabric stretches for easy movement and wicks sweat to keep you comfortable with a wide mid-rise waistband that stays put, and a crotch gusset that improves range of motion. Finally, running tights for MEN and WOMEN!
REI Midweight Long Sleeve Base Layer Top (51% off)
The REI Midweight Long Sleeve Base Layer Top has a smooth face to ease layering and a brushed back for warmth against the cold. Made with a recycled polyester/spandex fabric, it has thumbholes to hold your sleeves in place and seal warmth in. With a UPF 50+ rating, its flat seam construction reduces bulk and chafing, while rolled-forward shoulder seams prevent abrasion from pack straps.
REI Swiftland Thermal Running Half-Zip Pullover (30% off)
The REI Swiftland Thermal Running Half-Zip Pullover is a lightweight grid-back fleece that can be worn next to the skin but really shines as an adaptable mid- or last layer. Its half-zip design lets you dump heat for immediate ventilation, with underarm gussets for ease of movement. Fold-over cuff mitts and thumbholes let you adjust coverage to match conditions, while there is a secure zippered pocket at the chest for a phone, keys, or a card.
REI Midweight Base Layer Bottoms (51% Off)
REI Co-op Midweight Base Layer Bottoms have a smooth face and low-bulk seams for easy layering and a brushed back for added warmth and comfort. Spandex adds the right amount of stretch combined with a crotch gusset to maximize your range of motion. Flatseam construction and a soft elastic waistband reduce bulk and chafing.
REI Merino 185 Long Sleeve Base Layer Top (50% off)
Soft, breathable, and naturally odor resistant, the ultrafine 100% merino wool of the men’s REI Co-op Merino 185 Long-Sleeve Base Layer Top offers a soft feel without any itchiness. Designed to hug the body for optimum performance, it provides UPF 30 sun protection and has flat seams with merrow stitch construction to eliminate chafing.
REI Heavyweight Merino 250 Long Sleeve Base Layer Crew Top (30% off)
REI Heavyweight Merino 250 Long-Sleeve Crew Top offers a soft feel without any scratchiness. Made with 100% merino wool that naturally wicks away sweat, resists odors and dries quickly, it has a UPF 50+ sun protection rating. It has a close-to-body fit for optimum performance with underarm gussets for ease of movement and rolled forward shoulder seams to help prevent chafing under pack straps.
REI Merino 185 Base Layer Bottoms (30% off)
Soft, breathable, and naturally odor resistant, the ultrafine merino wool of the men’s REI Co-op Merino 185 Base Layer Bottoms breathe, wick away sweat and dry quickly, making them an ideal multi-day trip companion. Designed to hug the body for optimum performance, they have a soft elastic waistband that is low profile, so it’s comfortable under other layers.
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