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Whether you're shopping for others or yourself, these sales are the best opportunities to save big on gear this year.
Whether you're shopping for others or yourself, these sales are the best opportunities to save big on gear this year.
2020 Holiday Gift Guide

ϳԹ’s Guide to 2020 Holiday Sales on Outdoor Gear

Whether you're shopping for others or yourself, these sales are the best opportunities to save big on gear this year

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Whether you're shopping for others or yourself, these sales are the best opportunities to save big on gear this year.

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Holiday sales areagreat opportunityto snag gifts for your loved ones—not to mention gear for yourself—but it can be hard to know where to look.To streamline the shopping process for you this year,we’ve compiled a list of bomber deals and promotions from brands in the outdoorworld. We’ve tested gear from all of these brands, and we’ve provided our product recommendations below, too. Bookmark this page and check backfrequently for more Black FridayandCyber Monday deals—we'll be updating it with the latest promotions that areworth your time.

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Amazon

Promotion: Amazon is offering steep deals on a lot of productsduring its .
Dates: November 28 through November 30
Our pick:The . It was one of our favorite fitness trackers in our 2021 Winter Buyer’s Guide.


Backcountry

Promotion: The brand is offering up to 50 percent off gear and apparel during its .
Dates:November 26through November 30
Our pick:The . We gave it a Gear of the Year award in 2018.

Promotion: Backcountry is also offering 25 percent off all .
Dates: November 23 through November 30
Our pick: The . We included itin our 2021 Winter Buyer’s Guide roundup of the best jackets.


BioLite

Promotion: BioLite is offering .
Dates: November 23 through December 7
Our pick:The . We called it “the best portable grill ever” in 2017.


Buff

Promotion: Buff is offering items in its online shop, plus an additional 25 percent off existing sale items.
Dates: November 26 through December 1
Our pick:The. We included it in our Winter Buyer’s Guide roundup of the best men’s running gear.


CamelBak

Promotion:The brand is offering 25 percentoff all water bottles, drinkware, and custom bottles on its site with promo code .
Dates:November 16 through December 1
Our pick:The water bottle. It’s one of our Gear Guy’s favorite reusable plastic models.


Club Ride

Promotion:Club Ride is offering gear and apparel sitewide.
Dates:November 26 through November 30
Our pick:The shirt. It kept our testers coolduring our 2020 Bike Test.


Coalatree

Promotion:Coalatree is offering .
Dates:Now through December 31
Our pick:The . It was one of our favorites in our 2019 Winter Buyer’s Guide.


Columbia

Promotion:Columbia is offering .
Dates:November 12through November 22
Our pick: The jacket. It was one of our favorite waterproof jackets of 2019.


Darn Tough

Promotion:For Giving Tuesday, .
Dates:December 1
Our pick:The sock. It won our Gear Guy’s test of the best hiking socks.


Filson

Promotion:When you for $150 toward your next purchase. Or when you spend $250, you’ll receivea $50 gift code.
Dates:November 19 through November 30
Our pick: The . Our Gear Director, Will Taylor, loves its burly warmth.


Hydro Flask

Promotion:Hydro Flask is offering .
Dates:November 25 through December 6
Our pick: The . It’s our Gear Guy’s favorite to carry everywhere.


Huckberry

Promotion:Huckberry is offering up to 60 percent off clothing, gifts, and more during its .
Dates:November 30
Our pick:The . They look like a classic pair of chinos, but they’re not stiff, thanks to its cotton-spandex blend.


Howler Brothers

Promotion:Howler Brothers is offering in itsHoliday Sale collection.
Dates:Now through November 30
Our pick: The . It’s one of our favorite pieces forfall.


Janji

Promotion:Janji is offering up to 50 percent off past-season gear and apparel during its .
Dates:November 30
Our pick:The . It’s made from a cotton-wool blend that made our gear editor a convert.


Jaybird

Promotion:Jaybird’s .
Dates:Now through November 30
Associate health editor Abbie Barroniantested the Vistas this fall: “I’ve only put a month of hard use on them, but through downpours and lots of sweaty trail miles, they haven’t skipped a beat.”


Moosejaw

Promotion:Moosejaw is offering ,plus 20 percentoff onefull-price item with code PARTYTIMEduring its Anniversary Sale.
Dates: November 9 through November 22

Promotion:Moosejaw is also offering from brands like The North Face, Arc'teryx, Marmot, and more. Plus, free shipping on orders over $49.
Dates: November 23through November 29
Our pick:The . It’s a simple accessory that makes car camping better.


Mountain Hardwear

Promotion: Mountain Hardwear is offering up to 60 percent off select gear during its .
Dates: November 30
Our pick:The . It’s a warm, versatile layer that you can use in multiple seasons.

Promotion:The brand is also offering with the codeMHWDEC70.
Dates: November 30 through December 13


Orvis

Promotion:For Giving Tuesday, Orvis will to its partners at Trout Unlimited Alaska and the Everglades Foundation.
Dates: December 1
Our pick:The . We featured them in our 2019 Summer Buyer’s Guide.


Osprey

Promotion:Osprey is offering, plus free shipping.
Dates: November 13 through November 30
Our pick: The . It was our favorite travel bag our 2020 Summer Buyer’s Guide.


REI

Promotion:REI is offering up to 50 percent off gear and apparel during its .
Dates:Now through December 7
Our pick:The . We featured them in our 2021 Winter Buyer’s Guide.


Rumpl

Promotion:Rumplis offering select products.
Dates: November 14through November 30
Our pick: The . It was our favorite blanket for travel in our 2021 Winter Buyer’s Guide.


Salomon

Promotion:Salomon is offering as part of the brand’s Cyber Week sale.
Dates: November 19through December 4
Our pick:The . They’re our go-to pick for trail running.


Saxx

Promotion:Saxx is offering sitewideas part of its Black Friday sale.
Dates: November 26 through November 29

Promotion:Saxx is also offering sitewide, plus free shipping as part of its Cyber Monday sale.
Dates: November 29 through November 30
Our pick:The . It’scolumnist Andrew Skurka’s favorite pair.


Smartwool

Promotion:For Giving Tuesday, Smartwool is to healthcare workers, matching every pair of socks sold on Smartwool.com.
Dates: December 1

Promotion:The brand is also offering up to .
Our pick:The. It was one of our favorite technical flannels in our 2019 Winter Buyer’s Guide.


Stio

Promotion:Stio is offering as part of its holiday kickoff and Black Friday sales. Plus, the brand will be offering daily deals with an additional 10 percentoff thesale price on select items.
Dates: November 23through November 29
Our pick: The . It’s gear editor Ariella Gintzler’s most versatile shirt.

Promotion:When you spend $300, you’ll receive $30as part of the brand’s .
Date: November 30


Swiftwick

Promotion:Swiftwick is offering .
Dates: Now through November 30
Our pick: The . Gear director Will Taylor included them in his roundup of the best men’s winter workout gear of 2021.


Western Rise

Promotion:Western Rise is offering select products as part of its Holiday Sale.
Dates: November 11 through November 30

Promotion:If you spend $100, you’ll receive a $50 gift card.
Dates: December 2 through December 25
Our pick: The . We included it in our 2019 Winter Buyer’s Guide roundup of the best bike commuting gear.


Top Deals We’re Eyeing

Whiskey Peaks Half Dome Glass (Set of 2) ($24; 20 Percent Off)

(Courtesy Whiskey Peaks)

These hand-blown tumblers feature a tiny rendering of Yosemite’s Half Dome. Whiskey Peaks also has versions of these glasses for Everest, Mount Fuji, Denali, and other iconic peaks. The set of two makes a classy addition to anyhome bar.


La Sportiva Bushido II Trail-Running Shoe (Men’s)($98; 25 Percent Off)

(Courtesy La Sportiva)

After 315 demanding miles in the Bushido II, tester Andrew Skurkafor its “superb traction” and “excellent durability for a 10.5-ounce shoe.” Tip: it doesrun a little small, so we recommend trying a half-size up.


Marmot Trestles 30-Degree Synthetic Sleeping Bag($69; 36 Percent Off)

(Courtesy Marmot)

This is one of our go-to bags for summer surf trips, shoulder-season backpacking trips, and overnight forays into the mountains. It’s light and compact enough for taking out on the trail, yet still comfy enough for casual car-camping adventures—and it comes at a price that won’t destroy your budget.


Mountain Hardwear Super/DS Stretchdown Jacket (Women’s) ($165; 40 Percent Off)

(Courtesy Mountain Hardwear)

The Stretchdown is astaff favorite. “This puffy is made with a nylon-elastane face fabric that’s super stretchy, so it’s great for increased range of motion for climbing, hiking, and skiing,” said associate gear editor Ariella Gintzler.


Wellen Stretch Chore Coat (Men’s)($64; 50 Percent Off)

(Courtesy Huckberry)

ϳԹcolumnist Jakob Schiller included this jacket in hisroundup of his favorite fall layers. “A blend of cotton, hemp, and spandex makes this coat the most versatile layer I own,” he wrote. “The soft cotton is comfy for lounging around the house or the campfire, while the hemp adds durability.”


DryGuy Force Dry DX Boot Dryer ($59; 26Percent Off)

(Courtesy DryGuy)

We featuredthe Force Dry DX in our 2019 Winter Buyer’s Guide page of the best gear care tools. “Damp boots can ruin your day before it’s begun. Behold the Force Dry DX, which pumps air through four vertical plastic tubes,” wrote our tester. “Slide your boots over the tubes, set the timer, and wake up to warm, moisture-free gear. Works with gloves, too.”


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