WITH SUMMER now in full swing, we're more than ready to head out to our favorite campsites and trails and spend some much-needed time in nature hiking, fishing, cooking, and recharging. But as the season goes on, you might notice that your camping and hiking gear could use an upgrade. That's where REI comes in.
Right now, REI is hosting its 4th of July Sale and Clearance, where you can score camping and hiking essentials, as well as bikes, running gear, apparel, shoes, and watercraft, for as much as 50 percent off from now until July 4. Whether you could use a new tent that can weather summer storms, a Bluetooth speaker that's easy to tote around with you, or an editor-recommended portable fire pit to help you whip up some good grub (or simply warm up), REI has tons of savings right now on name-brand camping and hiking gear our editors and writers love.
Scroll on to shop our favorite July 4th deals happening at REI before stock runs out and the lightning sale ends!
A top-rated best portable fire pit and best smokeless fire pit for cooking, this editor-approved fire pit is currently on sale for 25 percent off during REI's July 4th sale.
Given how portable it is with its foldable legs, it's great to take with you on camping trips this summer. Plus, we were particularly pleased with the battery life, which allows you to run a fire for as long as 30 hours before needing to recharge.
For under $110, you can snag your own Rumpl Original Puffy Blanket to keep you warm on chilly summer nights under the stars. We've named this one of the best outdoor blankets, and right now at REI, you can get one for as much as 25 percent off.
It's nice and light at a little over 2 pounds, is weather resistant, and can be thrown in your washer when you get home for easy cleaning.
Looking to upgrade your tent this summer? Try this Klymit Cross Canyon Tent, which is 36 percent off right now, making it just under $130 at REI.
We particularly like this tent for motorcyclists based on how the tent can be rolled up, making it easy to bring along with you on your motorcycle. But even if you plan to just pack this in your car, it's still a nice affordable option especially if you're going to an area that experiences storms, as multiple reviewers said it kept them dry.
This top-rated pack is available in three colors, so you can hike in style this summer. It can hold up to 2.5 liters of water in its built-in reservoir and has four pockets throughout, as well as loops that can hold an ice axe and trekking poles, so you have quite a bit of storage available to you. And better yet, it's 25 percent off at REI right this minute.
Available in three colors, this portable Bluetooth speaker is marked down at 24 percent off. We've previously named the Clip 4 the best portable Bluetooth speaker — and while the Clip 4 Eco still gets up to 10 hours of juice at a time and is both water- and dustproof like the Clip 4, the Eco model utilizes recycled plastic and fabric in its design.
So for a high-quality, portable speaker that is better for the planet, consider this JBL speaker for your upcoming camping weekends.
At 25 percent off with this sale, this EcoCool Roller Cooler is a great companion for your weekend or weeklong camping trips. Your ice won't melt on you for as long as five days, so you can keep drinks, hot dogs, burgers, eggs, fruit, and more nice and cold during your trip. Plus, as the name suggests, this 90-quart cooler utilizes recycled materials.
You could bust out a bunch of regular camping chairs... or, you could invest in this camping couch instead. Seating up to three people, this couch is padded, has two armrests and cupholders, and can hold up to 600 pounds at a time. And best of all, you can now score it at 25 percent off.
Micki Wagner is a commerce editor for Hearst’s Enthusiast Group, where she is constantly on the lookout for exciting new products, great sales and deals, and fun gifts. Her work can also be found on Saveur and Worth. When she’s not writing about the latest and greatest products, you can find her checking out new restaurants, spending way too much time shopping online, and binging Parks and Recreation…yet again.