Gear Picks
The Best Deals at Patagonia’s Summer Sale
Patagonia is offering up to 30 percent off gear and apparel, now through August 26. Here’s what we’re eyeing.
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$59
$41
from Patagonia
31% off
In our long-term test of the best women’s running shorts, our testers picked the Strider Pro as the best low-rise pair. “Aside from the next-to-skin feel, the biggest benefit of the Strider Pro is that it stays out of the way. The generous leg openings and light, stretchy fabric make it feel roomy.”
$159
$111
from Patagonia
30% off
After testing the R1 Air for a year, our reviews editor might not wear another midlayer. “The R1 breathes and wicks sweat better than any other midlayer I’ve tested,” he wrote. “This is a must-have for the uphill athlete moving in cold weather—especially if you are someone who runs hot.”
$55
$37
from Patagonia
33% off
Contributor Bryan Rogala summed it up best when he called the Baggies “classic all-arounders” in his roundup of the best summer travel clothing. “The 100-percent recycled, quick-drying nylon construction and DWR finish ensures that they perform as well on land as they do in water without adding weight to your bag,” he wrote.
$149
$104
from Patagonia
30% off
Here it is: the best eco-shell in our Summer Buyer’s Guide jacket test. “The three-layer construction is more durable than its 2.5-layer predecessor,” our testers wrote. “Still, as with Torrentshells of old, it’s breathable (pit zips help), a high collar and brimmed hood seal out showers, and there are hand pockets for snacks.”
$299
$209
from Patagonia
30% off
This superlight jacket is filled with the company’s brand-new PlumaFill insulation, made of hydrophobic polyester fibers that mimic the structure of down—gossamer tendrils radiating from a central spine. Rather than being blown into baffles like other synthetic down, the PlumaFill is tacked between sheets of ten-denier nylon fabric in long strands, so it won’t shift and create cold spots.
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$110
$75
from Backcountry
32% off
Outside columnist Joe Lindsey thinks the Rime 1.0 is one of the best affordable pieces of cycling apparel. “While the shoe fits all two-bolt clipless pedal systems, it comes with a treaded cleat insert so you can start riding it with flat pedals and upgrade to clip-ins later,” he wrote.
$299
$254
from Backcountry
15% off
“At ten inches long, this model packs a mighty massage into a compact design,” wrote tester Christine Yu of the Hypervolt. “It delivers good percussion at three speeds and is no louder than a set of hair clippers.” It was also one of our favorite recovery tools of 2019.
$22
$13
from Icebreaker
41% off
“Years ago, I threw out all of my cotton socks and replaced them with three pairs of these lightweight merino items,” wrote columnist Wes Siler. “Aside from skiing (when I wear something taller), and very cold weather activities (where more insulation is needed), that remains my setup today.”
$20
$14
from Huckberry
30% off
These Swiftwick socks held up during columnist Joe Jackson’s most recent 50-mile race. “I’ve tested over 100 pairs of athletic socks during my time working as Outside’s Gear Guy,” he wrote. “The best socks for blister prevention over long distances are Swiftwicks.”
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Gnarly Nutrition Fuel₂O
$28.95
from Gnarly Nutrition
Getting the proper nutrition for tough workouts at the gym and long days on the trail has never been easier. Fuel₂O is an all-in-one solution, formulated for optimal fueling, replenishment, and recovery. Plus, it’s easy to make—just mix your favorite flavor (limeade, tropical, or cherry cola) with water.
$19
$13
from REI
32% off
The Traverse Peak placed second in our Gear Guy’s test of the best hiking socks. “The Traverse felt more like a running sock than the others I tested—in a good way,” he wrote. “All the tight, stretchy material lent it an excellent locked-in fit, and it never bunched while I was hiking.”
$23
$18
from Zappos
22% off
“This sock did everything extremely well, but mostly it was just damn comfy,” wrote our Gear Guy. The Hiker provides a nice cushion for the heel and forefoot without being too bulky, and the fit is super snug. The merino-nylon-spandex blend is odor-resistant and never itchy.
$19
$15
from REI
21% off
The Phd Run Light Elite sock won our test of the best running socks. “It wicked better and dried faster than most of the 58 other socks we tested, seemingly regardless of weather or trail conditions,” wrote tester Cory Smith.
$16
$13
from REI
19% off
Need a new pair of workout socks? Look no further than the Elite Max. “These socks are some of the most comfortable we’ve tested,” wrote Buyer’s Guide tester Jenny Earnest. “Thick recycled-polyester fabric cushions your feet, and a secure heel tab keeps them from slipping down.”
$850
$750
12% off
The Fenix 6 is the ideal companion for folks that are serious about training. That’s why we think it makes a great tech gift. It “has the same bells and whistles as its predecessors, but features a larger display, a pacing mode that’s great for runners, and over 2,000 ski maps,” our tester wrote.
$109
$87
from Evo
20% off
What made our Buyer’s Guide testers fall in love with the Alice? Comfort. “With a wide yoga-style waistband, a buttery Italian chamois, and smart silicone placement to keep the legs from creeping up, the Alice is a good choice for long days in the saddle, with or without shorts on top,” one tester wrote.
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.