Gear Picks
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Save big on our favorite apparel from our Winter Buyer’s Guide, at REI’s Gear Up, Get Out sale now through November 25.
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$129
from Backcountry
Made with recycled material, the Black Hole is a travel companion that you can feel good about. It’s equipped with an internal sleeve for laptop storage and smaller pockets for a wallet or phone. Our tester noted the Black Hole is also a great option for pure gear hauling.
$140.00
$112.00
from Backcountry
20% off
The Bitterblaze made it into our 2019 list of favorite gloves for a reason: they’re out-of-this-world warm. Outdoor Research lined them with aerogel—the überwarm, porous silica insulation used by NASA in its space suits.
$89.00
$62.00
from Backcountry
30% off
How did this baby make it on our very exclusive list of fall's best flannels? It has everything to do with the Fjord’s variety of colors and patterns, heavy-duty warmth, absurd softness, and two big chest pockets for holding your everyday carry essentials.
$100.00
from REI
With ultra-sticky rubber outsoles and leather uppers, these sport shoes are perfect for finding the edge on granite faces, climbing in the gym, or, if you’re like this guy, scaling 663-foot skyscrapers.
$249.00
The Micro Puff was our favorite jacket of 2018 because there’s a lot to love about this warm, super-light piece. “The PlumaFill is tacked between sheets of ten-denier nylon fabric in long strands, so it won’t shift and create cold spots,” our tester wrote.
$160.00
from REI
These kicks were one of our favorite pairs in the 2020 Winter Buyer’s Guide. The paraffin-treated cotton upper and flannel lining is made to keep cold weather out of your soles. “The Vibram Megagrip outsole and reinforced leather accents make this vintage-inspired hiker even more winter-ready,” our tester wrote.
$65.00
from REI
In our 2020 Winter Buyer’s Guide roundup of the best flannel shirts, the super soft Flare Gun Stretch was a fan favorite. Our testers found themselves wanting to wear it a few days in a row—so they did.
$25
$19
from REI
24% off
On the slopes, you want your feet warm but not suffocated. That’s the thinking behind these socks, and it’s why we included them in our Winter Buyer’s Guide lineup. “The PhD Ski Ultra Light offers a snug, barely-there fit, but the nylon-merino-elastane-polyester blend still kept our toes warm,” our tester wrote.
$150.00
from REI
Don’t let winter halt your cycling schedule. With these pants, you won’t have to. Our tester loved the Summit AmFib Lite’s stretch, water-resistance, and thermal fleece fabric panels in the back.
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$300
$225
25% off
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
40% off
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
33% off
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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$199
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$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
41% off
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.
$700
$455
35% off
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
20% off
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
49% off
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.