Best REI 4th of July Deals for Hikers

Summer is in full swing, but for many of us, the best hiking months of the year are yet to come. For those of you in need of a mid-summer gear upgrade, here are some of our favorite 4th of July deals from REI for hikers and backpackers.

These deals last until July 6th. Beyond the deals we’ve highlighted below, you can also save up to 50% on sale, clearance, and outlet items at REI right now.

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Best REI 4th of July Deals for Hikers

40% Off REI Flash Air 1 Tent
Sale $197.39 (Reg. $329)

Lightweight and simple to set up, the Flash Air series from REI is a great entry point for hikers who are curious about getting into the world of ultralight trekking pole tents. 

20% Off Outdoor Research Helium UL Rain Jacket Men’s | Women’s
Sale $180 (Reg. $225)

This rain jacket is almost unbelievably light, weighing less than 6 ounces. Backpackers and thru-hikers have been relying on it for years in everything from arid Mountain West conditions to the frequent rains of the Appalachian Trail.

25% Off Injinji Liner Crew Socks
Sale $9.69 (Reg.$13)

These moisture-wicking toe socks are great for preventing blisters on long hikes. We all know how hikers can wear through socks, so the REI 4th of July event is a great moment to stock up. 

75% off Women’s Pagtagonia Capilene Thermal Top (Clearance)
Sale $28.83 (Reg. $119)

This one is a clearance deal, so supplies are limited. But it’s too good of a deal on a great layering piece for us not to mention it. 

25% Off Exped Cassira 1 Tent
Sale $337.39 (Reg. $449.95)

The Cassira is a completely new tent this season. Exped has been impressing us with its strides in the sleeping pad market in recent yeras, and its new freestanding ultralight tent is causing a stir in the hiking world as well. You can save over $100 on this tent now through July 6th. 

25% Off Osprey Aether and Ariel 65 
Sale $277.49 (Reg. $370)

The Osprey Aether and Ariel are among the most popular packs for long-distance hikers. They’re certainly not hte lightest backpacks out there, but they have the cushioning and structure to make heavy loads feel anything but.

25% Off Tifosi Swank Polarized Sunglasses
Sale $44.89 (Reg. $59.95)

Good sun protection is an underrated asset on a long hike. Whether you’ll be hiking in the blazing desert, the green tunnel, or the high alpine, you will be exposing your eyeballs to a lot of UV on your backpacking trip; keep your eyes healthy and happy with a decent pair of polarized shades.

25% Off REI Flash Shade Hoodie Men’s | Women’s
Sale $52.39 (Reg. $69.95)

A perfect pairing with the sunglasses above, this UPF 50+ hooded long-sleeve provides lightweight sun protection for your entire upper body. 

25% Off Kelty Cosmic 20
Sale $134.89 – $157.39 (Reg. $179.95 – $209.95)

The Kelty Cosmic 20 is one of our most recommended budget-friendly down sleeping bags, even more so during REI’s 4th of July event. This bag isn’t fancy, but it gets the job done.

25% Off Sawyer Squeeze with Cnoc 2L Bladder
Sale $48.69 (Reg. $64.95)

The ultimate backcountry water filtration setup that years of thru-hikers have relied on, the Sawyer Squeeze + Cnoc combo takes all the guesswork out of water collection, storage, and filtration. 

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