Gear Picks
Our Top Gear Picks at Backcountry’s Memorial Day Sale
Backcountry is offering up to 50 percent off gear and apparel during its Memorial Day Sale, now through May 31
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$150
$112
from Backcountry
25% off
This shoe won our Gear Guy’s test of the best men’s light hikers. “This pair was so comfortable and capable during both the hike and scree-slide tests that I wore them on a bonus hike,” he wrote. “Credit the cushy midsole, coupled with an OrthoLite insole, the latter of which hugged the bottom of my feet like an old friend.”
$199
$149
from Zoleo
25% off
Contributor Andrew Skurka tested Zoleo’s Satellite Communicator last year, and he liked how it measured up to the competition: “It’s priced, constructed, and engineered well, and it provides a significantly improved messaging experience,” he wrote. (Get a free six-month Gaia GPS Premium membership with your purchase, now through November 30.)
$280
$140
from Backcountry
50% off
The Flight Futurelight is one of our favorite shells for trail runs in any type of weather. “The Futurelight membrane acts like a nano-sieve: it’s permeable to air but not water, so it’s fully weatherproof and remarkably breathable,” wrote tester Martin Fritz Huber in our 2020 Summer Buyer’s Guide.
$80.00
from Backcountry
Instead of hanging a bear bag to store food in the backcountry, columnist Andrew Skurka recommends using a hard-sided bear canister, like the BV500. He called bear hangs “less reliable, less efficient, and less safe than other food-protection techniques, notably hard-sided canisters.”
$210.00
from Backcountry
In her guide to perfecting a car-camping date, contributor Johanna Flashman called the MondoKing 3D “more comfortable than my mattress at home.” It comes in handy year-round, too: “It also has an R-value of seven, making it perfect for winter camping in below-freezing temperatures.”
$150.00
from Backcountry
The MiniMo is a newer version of the original Flash model: it has a “wider, shorter pot that still holds a liter of water and boils it in just a few minutes,” wrote tester Graham Averill. “Also cool: the stove and pot click together into one apparatus, and the plastic cover that protects the bottom of the system doubles as a bowl.”
$320.00
from Backcountry
In our 2017 Summer Buyer’s Guide, we picked the Disco 15 as the best sleeping bag for “side sleepers who like to sprawl.” The bag widens at the shoulders and knees, so you have plenty of room while on your side. We also like the two zippered chest vents that keep you from overheating on warmer nights.
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$300
$225
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Stay warm and cozy (and safe) out in the backcountry this winter with this zero-degree, 550-fill down sleeping bag. The PFC-free DWR coating repels snowflakes and other moisture, and the draft collar and hood also keep the cold out. While it's not the lightest zero-degree bag out there at 4 pounds 9 ounces, it would be hard to come by one at such a steal.
$98
$78
20% off
Named one of the best pieces of winter running gear in this year's Gear Guide, these joggers are light enough to wear over tights on a particularly chilly day, but warm enough to wear on their own if the weather permits. The four-way stretch material allows for plenty of mobility while also wicking away moisture.
$159
$95
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This team-favorite hydration vest offers all the storage you need and none of the weight that you don't. Weighing in at only 6.2 ounces, it was designed to fit snug and securely against your body. It stores a 1.5L bladder and two 500ml HydraPak flasks (included), among other items for your longer runs.
$88
$59
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This stylish, 100 percent cotton denim shirt boasts plenty of traditional Western features, like the classic curved yoke at the shoulders and pearl snaps down the front and on the pointed collar. Plus, it's durable enough for a cowboy.
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Revo Descend N
$199
Revo's best-selling Descend N glasses features NASA-based polarized lens technology with a rimless design with panoramic views for when you need to see it all.
$85
$63.75
25% off
Tough enough to withstand days in the backcountry and comfortable enough to wear while doing projects around the house, these pants were designed to do it all. They are ultra light and pack down super small, so you can throw them in any bag for your adventure excursion. The DWR finish repels moisture while the two-way stretch nylon moves with you.
$49
$29
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Made with quick-drying recycled polyester, this versatile top is designed to keep you cool while you're working up a sweat. The hint of stretch from the jersey cross-dyes and minimal seams allows you to comfortably without restriction or chafing.
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$455
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As one tester put it, “It rides like a fat carving board when you want it to, but you can just as easily scrub speed and bang out short swing turns too. The balance of flex and sidecut is perfect.”
$80
$64
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This hoodie has been one of our favorite sun shirts for years now, thanks to the UPF 50+ rating and lightweight, breathable fabric. We love it for days in the desert, on the water, above tree line, or at a spring après.
$80
$44
45% off
As the name implies, this hip pack is ideal for looping through a trail system to gain miles over a long day in the backcountry requiring more supplies. This 5L pack offers multiple pockets and attachment points to accommodate the essentials, and the Hydrapak two-liter reservoir provides plenty of water without weighing you down. Take 25 to 45 percent off select colors and patterns.
$89
$45
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Designed for wet and windy runs this time of year, these tights are made with WindWall™ fabric and a DWR finish to block out the elements (meaning no more excuses to skip your daily jog). Meanwhile, the interior FlashDry™ technology wicks away sweat to keep you warm and comfortable once you get going. Also available in a men's version.
Gear Picks is a curated selection of products we’ve tested and heartily recommend. We stand by this gear—and the brands that sell it—and many of our editors and writers use this stuff weekly. Whenever possible, we provide a link to a past review so you can make sure it’s something that suits your lifestyle—ideally at a steeply discounted price. Happy shopping—and gear-picking.