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Labor Day is summer’s last gasp—a glorious three-day opportunity for adventure and fun in the sun before fall takes hold. What better way to celebrate the end of one season and the beginning of another than by getting a serious deal on the outdoor gear you need? But you don’t want to waste your time examining every Labor Day Sale to hit the internet, so we’ve done the hard work for you. After scouring the hundreds of the top Labor Day deals at some of our favorite retailers, we picked out our favorites to share with you here. Don’t need our help? Click the links below to head straight to the sales themselves.

Patagonia’s Black Hole bags are some of the most loved bags for all kinds of adventures, from world travel to day hikes and everything in between. The Black Hole Backpack is durable enough for backcountry missions, but also has the things you need for day-to-day use, like a dual-access laptop sleeve and a back panel handle that doubles as luggage pass-through.

If you’ve been waiting to grab a new pair of hiking boots on sale, now’s your time. The Moab is one of the best-selling hiking shoes in the world, and Merrell is one of our go-to brands for rugged, durable footwear we can trust to carry us for miles and miles of tricky terrain. Compared to previous versions, the Moab 3 has more cushioning and extra-supportive insoles (without sacrificing grip or stability).

Hestra is one of our favorite glove brands for all things outdoors, but especially for skiing and snowboarding. The Tarfala are a whopping 65 percent off at Evo right now, and in a full size run, too. They are made with goatskin leather and weather-resistant polyester and come with a cozy fleece lining for comfort and warmth on days when temperatures go low.

Just in time for cold-weather camping, we were psyched to see this deal on a highly rated sleeping bag. Perfect for restless sleepers (hi, it’s us), the generous cut at elbows and knees allows campers to roll around during the night—without waking up bunched and swaddled like a newborn. It’s temperature-rated down to 15 degrees Fahrenheit.

A heavyweight puffy jacket that’s ready for all winter adventures, the Neutrino Pro from Rab is filled with lofty, warm 800-fill down insulation. The Pertex Quantum Pro material is lightweight, windproof, and water-resistant, and the down is pre-treated with Nikwax for durability in wet conditions.

Few layers have stood the test of time like the Patagonia Synchilla Snap-T. The jacket has been a staple since Patagonia’s inception in the 1970s and is still a staple today. It’s light, warm, and has style for days — you can rock it on the mountain just as easily as you can wear it in the city.

Klean Kanteen has been at the forefront of drinkware tech for years now, and the wine tumbler is a great example. The cup is durable, has an easy-to-grip finish, and is dishwasher safe.

For long runs or hikes, a hydration vest is a great way to keep everything you need close at hand. This one from REI is a great bang for your buck, with an included 1.5-liter HydraPak bladder, chest pockets for water flasks, and five liters of storage space for snacks and an extra layer.

This set from Stanley is the perfect cookware companion for all of your fall car camping adventures. It has everything you need to prep gourmet meals at your campsite, including a 1.5-liter stainless steel pot, two 16-ounce bowls, a spatula and two dual-sided sporks. Best of all? It all nests into itself to save space.

This small yet mighty accessory will save your neck during your next trip. You may be wary of the weight penalty incurred by bringing an extra luxury, but the comfort gained by the 2.7-ounce pillow well outweighs the extra grams. It comes with its own stuff sack and is made with a durable 50-denier brushed polyester that has a soft feel to keep your face comfy all night long.

For long days in the saddle or rides that require more snacks than usual, these cargo bibs from Pearl Izumi are up to the task. Made with the brand’s triple-density PRO Levitate 3D chamois, your bum will be comfortable all day long, and four integrated cargo pockets keep bars, gels, bananas, or anything else you want to carry right at your fingertips.

If you are a fan of glamping, look no further than Snow Peak for all of your elevated camping needs. The Amenity tent and tarp set is a great place to start. The medium tent is designed for up to four people and is the ideal dwelling for extended camping trips, and the tarp provides a hang out space protected from the elements, whether you’re dealing with a bright sun, pouring rain, or anything in between.

Well-loved by our editors (and this writer), the Giro Synthe MIPS II is a great option for cyclists who want the best in protection and ventilation without spending an arm and a leg. The fit is comfortable thanks to the adjustable Giro Roc Loc system, and the integrated MIPS technology will help prevent excess head movement in the event of a crash.

Mountain Hardwear’s down jackets consistently earn high marks from our testing team. The Ghost Whisperer jacket is an ultralight mid-layer ideal for mountain missions and high-alpine activities like climbing, hiking, and mountaineering. But don’t worry, it’s not so bad in the city, either. Lofty 800-fill down keeps you warm without excess weight and additional synthetic insulation in the cuffs keeps them from getting saturated when things get wet.