REI Black Friday Deals: 16 Early-Bird Bargains to Shop Now
GQ RecommendsThe one-stop-shop outdoors outfitter just slashed prices on sleek down jackets, trail-ready kicks, and more.By Reed NelsonNovember 27, 2024Save this storySaveSave this storySaveAll products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission.REI doesn’t put its wares on sale often, but when it does, the retailer doesn’t hold back. Well, the REI Black Friday deals are here, and as is custom, the inventory is deep and the deals are good. It’s offering 30% off a whole array of current-season gear and clothing, up to 50% off any clearance product, and 40% off anything at its outlet.That means that if you’ve even had a passing interest in camping, hiking, snow sports, park hangs, climbing, biking or even just touching a little bit of grass, now is the time to fill up them carts. (I myself will be buying a second crash pad, because they never go on sale, are expensive, and spend all their time either stored or on the literal ground, but they’re also very nice to get on sale.)But when we say the sale is deep, we mean it, and parsing through the REI extended universe can be an exhausting endeavor in the midst of a Black Friday bonanza. Lucky for you, you don’t have to embark on it if you don’t want to, because we’re built different over here (read: can scroll for hours on end without losing focus) and took that trip already. So, if you feel like hitting those digital trails yourself, by all means—but to save you some trouble, we rounded up the things we’re most excited about for Black Friday, which you can find below.Our Favorite REI Black Friday DealsThe Hall-of-Fame Hiker: Merrell Moab 3 Waterproof Hiking Shoes, $140 $56The Summit-Worthy Hoodie: Arc’teryx Atom Insulated Hoodie, $300 $255The Next-Level Leather Ski Gloves: Hestra Fall Line Gloves, $165 $132The Crazy-Comfy Runners: Hoka Bondi 8 Road Running Shoes, $165 $133The Jacket Inside a Jacket (Inside a Jacket): Patagonia 3-in-1 Powder Town Jacket, $500 $249In This Shopping GuideAccordionItemContainerButtonLargeChevronOuterwearShirtsShoesAccessoriesREI Black Friday Deals FAQOuterwearArc'teryxAtom Insulated Hoodie$300 $255 REIOne of the most enduring styles from one of the most trusted (and tested) outerwear brands on the planet.The North FaceCanyonlands Full-Zip Jacket$90 $63 REIA warm af fleece that's got just a bit of stretch, just a bit of tech and is otherwise built to keep you warm for winters to come.Helly HansenAlpha 4.0 Insulated Jacket$475 $356 REIA jacket this warm has no business being this easy to move around in.Mountain EquipmentEarthrise Hooded Down Jacket$250 $187 REIThe cocoon potential on this low-pro puffer is out of control.ShirtsREI Co-opLightweight Base Layer Long-Sleeve Crew Top$40 $28 REIA base layer that keeps you warm, wicks away moisture and costs less than $30.prAnaHappy Camp Flannel Shirt$150 $84 REIBurly, soft and primed to become a mainstay all winter long.The North FaceShadow Shirt$45 $22 REIA quick-drying, sun-shielding, super-lightweight t-shirt, for under $25.ColumbiaHelvetia II Half-Snap Fleece Pullover$85 $64 REIThe perfect mid-layer when it's nightmarishly cold, an easy top-layer when things thaw out.ShoesOOFOSOOaah Slide Sandals$60 $48 REIOur favorite recovery slides on the market [LINK: https://www.gq.com/story/best-slides-for-men] for under $50? Let the healing begin.MerrellMoab 3 Waterproof Hiking Shoes$140 $56 REIThe low-top Moabs have all the ruggedness of the full-height iteration, they're just a little less cumbersome (if you're not in need of the ankle support).ColumbiaOmni-Heat Lazy Bend Slip-On Shoes$70 $53 REIThere's a better venue to make this case, but the sleeping bag-style slipper should be considered a top three slipper (and it's not three).HokaBondi 8 Road-Running Shoes$165 $133 REIRunning sneakers more comfortable than most slides.AccessoriesHestraFall Line Gloves$165 $132 REITake it from someone who lived in a ski town: leather gloves are the best gloves.Arc'teryxGranville Zip 16 Pack$200 $140 REIA backpack you'll see just as much on the train as you will on the trail.Mountain HardwareCamp 4 25 Pack$130 $78 REISometimes, simple is better.MarmotTrestles Elite Eco 30 Sleeping Bag$169 $118 REIThis is going to keep you crazy warm on any camping trips, which is incredibly important—but it also packs down into a bag barely bigger than a Nalgene, which is also important.REI Deals FAQWhen Is Black Friday?AccordionItemContainerButtonLargeChevronBlack Friday is the Friday after Thanksgiving, which means that it falls on November 29 this year. But Black Friday deals are no longer confined to the single day, or even the weekend. Discounts start prior to Thanksgiving, and nearly every one lasts until at least that following Monday. REI does more of a Cyber Week promotion, and runs a sale through the weekend of Black Friday, with additions coming on Saturday.When Is Cyber Monday?AccordionItemContainerButtonLargeChevronCyber Monday traditionally happens the
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REI doesn’t put its wares on sale often, but when it does, the retailer doesn’t hold back. Well, the REI Black Friday deals are here, and as is custom, the inventory is deep and the deals are good. It’s offering 30% off a whole array of current-season gear and clothing, up to 50% off any clearance product, and 40% off anything at its outlet.
That means that if you’ve even had a passing interest in camping, hiking, snow sports, park hangs, climbing, biking or even just touching a little bit of grass, now is the time to fill up them carts. (I myself will be buying a second crash pad, because they never go on sale, are expensive, and spend all their time either stored or on the literal ground, but they’re also very nice to get on sale.)
But when we say the sale is deep, we mean it, and parsing through the REI extended universe can be an exhausting endeavor in the midst of a Black Friday bonanza. Lucky for you, you don’t have to embark on it if you don’t want to, because we’re built different over here (read: can scroll for hours on end without losing focus) and took that trip already. So, if you feel like hitting those digital trails yourself, by all means—but to save you some trouble, we rounded up the things we’re most excited about for Black Friday, which you can find below.
Our Favorite REI Black Friday Deals
- The Hall-of-Fame Hiker: Merrell Moab 3 Waterproof Hiking Shoes,
$140$56 - The Summit-Worthy Hoodie: Arc’teryx Atom Insulated Hoodie,
$300$255 - The Next-Level Leather Ski Gloves: Hestra Fall Line Gloves,
$165$132 - The Crazy-Comfy Runners: Hoka Bondi 8 Road Running Shoes,
$165$133 - The Jacket Inside a Jacket (Inside a Jacket): Patagonia 3-in-1 Powder Town Jacket,
$500$249
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REI Deals FAQ
When Is Black Friday?
Black Friday is the Friday after Thanksgiving, which means that it falls on November 29 this year. But Black Friday deals are no longer confined to the single day, or even the weekend. Discounts start prior to Thanksgiving, and nearly every one lasts until at least that following Monday. REI does more of a Cyber Week promotion, and runs a sale through the weekend of Black Friday, with additions coming on Saturday.
When Is Cyber Monday?
Cyber Monday traditionally happens the Monday after Black Friday, which means that it’s on December 2 this year. If prior years are any indication, REI will extend their Black Friday Sale through Cyber Monday. But if you’re looking to take full advantage of deals, we wouldn’t advise waiting all the way until Monday—things do sell out, especially when they’re on sale.
What are the best things to buy at REI?
For starters, anything you’d want with you when you’re spending time outdoors—gear, clothing, footwear, accessories, all of it. Whether you need (or want) hiking boots, rain gear, tents, winter coats, climbing shoes or basically anything else that will level up your outdoor experience, REI is the place to start your search—and more often than not, the place to end it.
Will REI have a Cyber Monday Sale?
If last year is any indication, they will, but there’s no guarantee that the deals will be the same or that the selection will be either, which means that if you see something you’re into, you should move fast.
