Now is a great time to refresh your hiking, camping, and travel gear or snag a deal on ski gear before the season opens.
We combed through the Backcountry Semi-Annual Sale and found bargains on some of the more popular and trusted gear, including deals from top brands like Outdoor Research, Patagonia, Black Diamond, and Backcountry.
This mega-sale runs through Labor Day (September 3), but that doesn’t mean the inventory will last that long. You may find different savings on certain sizes or colors, and certain deals may close out earlier than expected.
In other words, if you find something you like at a bargain price — get it before it’s gone!
Shop the Backcountry Labor Day Sale
Patagonia Synchilla Lightweight Snap-T Fleece Pullover — Men’s & Women’s: From $76 (Up to 45% Off)
The king of fleece, the Synchilla Lightweight Snap-T Fleece Pullover is a classic for hiking, camping, and everyday life. It’s largely the same as it’s always been, but one thing that’s changed over the years is the recycled content.
Other than that, you get a cozy midlayer with elastic in the cuffs and at the hem to keep out drafts and a snap pocket on the chest for stashing whatever fits. Discounts vary based on sizes and colors.
Backcountry All Around 60L Duffel: $104 (25% Off)
Backcountry’s All Around 60L Duffel is burly enough to throw in the back of a truck for a weekend of adventure and convenient enough for a cross-country jet set. It’s even been updated with a padded base to avoid bruising delicate gear.
The duffel has two mesh lid pockets to organize gear and a built-in dry bag for sweaty/wet clothing. It has a carry handle, several grab points, and removable backpack straps as a hands-free carrying option.
MSR WindBurner Stove System: $142 (25% Off)
This modular stove system is sized for ultralight backpacking or camping and can boil 1 L of water in 4.5 minutes. The all-in-one stove includes a stand, a measuring/serving cup, and a heat-guard outer fabric to protect your hands while cooking.
Its enclosed design can withstand windy conditions, and it has a built-in heat exchanger to help transfer heat through the cookware.
Badfish Flyweight Inflatable Stand-Up Paddleboard Package: $659 (45% Off)
If you found yourself renting or borrowing a SUP this summer, now is a good time to hook yourself up with one. The Badfish Flyweight SUP emphasizes stability with its drop-stitched construction and tri-fin tracking, so it’s ready for flat water fun at all skill levels.
Bungee straps with six D-ring tie-downs let you store dry bags or a layer. And there’s even a spot for your water bottle and a camera mount on the nose for getting low POV shots of your trip.
The package includes the SUP, carry bag, double-action pump, three-piece paddle, and leash.
Black Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles: $112 (25% Off)
These are the successor to Black Diamond’s Trail Ergo Cork poles and a worthy update. Our friends at Switchback Travel even named them the best overall trekking poles.
The FlickLock+ mechanism lets you find the right length for an ascent and adjust it on the descent. Cork grips, an aluminum shaft, and an interchangeable carbide tip round out the poles’ most notable features.
Outdoor Research Helium Adrenaline 20L Day Pack: From $97 (30% Off)
The Helium Adrenaline 20L day pack is for fast hikes in variable conditions. It’s made from light and durable Pertex Shield Diamond Fuse fabrics, which give the bag its weather resistance.
The 20L capacity can hold a puffy, shell, and snacks, hitting that sweet spot of feeling prepared without carrying too much. There’s a breathable back panel, comfort-minded shoulder straps, and a detachable, minimalist waist strap. Lastly, compression straps on the back hold your shell or poles within easy reach.
Marmot Tungsten UL Tent: 1-Person 3-Season: $209 (40% Off)
This one-person, three-season ultralight tent has extra room, easy-pitch clips, and a rainfly that won’t stretch when wet. Marmot designed the Tungsten to offer headroom while sitting up and more space while sleeping. The side walls are made of mesh for breathability that’ll allow greater airflow on those warmer summer campouts.
Vasque Breeze Hiking Boot — Men’s & Women’s: From $96 (Up to 40% Off)
This hiking boot left our tester blown away. “The breathability, durability, stability, and comfort provided by the Breeze are hard to find in any single pair of boots,” GearJunkie’s Will Brendza wrote in his review.
The Breeze has a Nubuck leather upper that’s waterproof and flexible out of the box. Of course, the name is a reference to the breathable VasqueDry waterproofing, keeping your feet warm, dry, and (hopefully) cozy.
BioLite HeadLamps: From $38 (25% Off)
This sale includes three BioLite HeadLamps, the 325, 425, and the 800 Pro. One thing they all have in common is the brand’s 3D SlimFit construction with the pivoting lamp up front. Both the 425 and 800 Pro distribute the weight with a rechargeable battery in the back, which houses a rear-facing red light for better visibility.
The simpler 325 runs for roughly 3 hours and offers a fast recharge. The 425 reaches up to 85 feet away and has white and red lights in flood, spot, and strobe modes. It recharges in a mere 4 hours.
The 800 has eight lighting modes that last up to 7 hours on high. In cold conditions like night skiing, you can use the Pass-Thru + Charging mode to plug it into an external battery to keep it topped off and running at its brightest (800 lumens).
Dynafit Alpine Trail Running Shoe — Men’s & Women’s: From $64 (Up to 60% Off)
The Dynafit Alpine Trail Running Shoe is dialed to handle alpine terrain, from rocky switchbacks to soggy valleys. The shoe offers a balanced technical ride with a secure fit and efficient footstrike. Plus, it has a rockered construction, mesh uppers, a 6mm drop, and a zippy midsole for energy return. To boot, Dynafit uses Vibram Megagrip soles, so the shoes are grippy in wet and dry conditions without sapping energy.
Marmot PreCip Eco Jacket — Women’s: From $72 (Up to 40% Off)
Let’s face it: rain shells are a must-pack layer that you don’t want to use. But that doesn’t mean you should skimp on its performance features. The Marmot PreCip Eco Jacket is a popular choice for hikers and backpackers because of the breathability of the NanoPro waterproof membrane behind the recycled nylon face fabric.
Underarm zippers let you adjust the ventilation and dump heat. And the entire jacket can be rumpled into one of its pockets for compact, travel-friendly storage.
Flylow Baker & Foxy Bib Pants — Men’s & Women’s: From $193 & $172 (Up to 60% Off)
If you’ve already unpacked your ski clothes and gear, this deal’s for you. Flylow’s bestselling bib pants are marked down — way down.
The three-layer pants have a seam-sealed construction for a bomber build that can withstand falls and bad weather. The pants have a waterproof, breathable membrane, stretch gaiters, and dual thigh vents.
This post is sponsored by Backcountry. Find more deals on top gear throughout Backcountry’s Labor Day Semi-Annual Sale.
