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GEAR DEALS

REI Member Moment Sale 3/17 – 3/27! Find the best deals and use 20% off coupons wisely with our “2023 Lightweight Hiker’s Guide to the REI Sale.”

Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals From Cottage Ultralight Backpacking Brands

Hikers and backpackers can be very tricky to shop for and many hold their gear to the highest possible standard. That’s why we’ve hand picked a selection of the lightest, smartest, & most innovative pieces of hiking gear that even the most trail-savvy adventurer would be stoked to buy — be it for yourself or to give to a special hiker in your life. Happy shopping!

Send Cottage Manufacturers Some Love this Sale Season

Surprise! Cottage manufacturers are having sales too!

Cottage manufacturers provide a vital service to the hiking and backpacking community. Without them we’d have far, far less choices for excellent gear. In fact, much of the gear listed in this Guide are our STAFF PICKS for the best gear available! 

Since the early aughts Cottage Manufacturers have innovated and produced ultralight gear that major manufacturers and retailers are unwilling to deal with. Our outdoor lives are far richer for it. So if you happen to be shopping during this sale period, it’s worth looking at cottage manufacturer sales first before looking at the sales from major retailers.

Here Are Some of Our Favorite Cottage Manufacturers

GAIA GPS | The Gaia GPS Smartphone App is hands down the best navigational tool for the backcountry! Get 20% to 35% off with our Adventure Alan Discount. Great for yourself or as a gift for a hiking friend.

Enlightened Equipment | Our Top Picks for Highest Quality Down Quilts and Clothing see our picks here

Zpacks | Our Top Picks for Tents, Sleeping Bags, Backpacks, & Rainwear see our picks here

Hammock Gear | Highest Quality Down Quilts, Tarps, Hammocks see our picks here

Hyperlite Mountain Gear | Dyneema Packs, Shelters, Stuff Sacks & Accessories see our picks here

Gossamer Gear | Packs, Tents, Trekking Poles, & Accessories see our picks here

A Few non-Cottage Vendors

OUTDOOR RESEARCH
Outdoor Research makes great rainwear, hats and gloves. see our picks here

Backcountry.com Gear Has a Vast Inventory on Sale + 20% off one Full Price Item

While they are not a cottage vendor, there’s a ton of top-tier ultralight gear on sale. And of course you can alway use your 20% off one full price item for something expensive you’ve wanted like our STAFF PICK HMG 2400 & 3400 Southwest Packs.

Backcountry.com: see our Backcountry.com picks here

Gaia GPS

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Gaia GPS Smartphone App

$16

This is hands down the best navigational tool for the backcountry! Use your smartphone for navigation AND get 20% to 35% off through Adventure Alan! Using this app on my phone has completely supplanted standalone GPS units. It’s what I use and teach when guiding. Gaia GPS is the standard backcountry GPS navigational tool for iOS (Apple smartphones), and it is fully capable on Android smartphones as well. Gaia allows loading of GPS data, tracking, and map loading for offline use with many different layers available.

For essential reading on using a backcountry GPS see: How to use your Smartphone as the Best Backpacking GPS

Enlightened Equipment | Sale Picks

Sale Details

Dates: 11/20-11/30
Deal: 20% off items in stock, 10% off items that are custom designed
Free Shipping: On orders over $50

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Enlightened Equipment Enigma Quilt

$290

And similar Revelation Quilt with zippered footbox

STAFF PICK: The Enlightened Enigma Quilts achieved the highest warmth to weight rating for Camping Quilts. As such, we consider this version of their quilt line to be the “gold standard” for camping quilts. In addition, the Enlightened Equipment quilts offer an optional draft color. The regular length version of these quilts (which we used for comparison) are 2 inches shorter than the Premium Burrow, however, for those who need greater length a “long, 78 inch” version is also available (1 inch shorter than the Premium Burrow long) with only about .67 ounces added weight. The Enlightened Equipment website provides a very good sizing chart if you are in doubt about what is best.

SIMILAR MODEL: Also look at the very similar Enlightened Equipment Revelation Quilt. The major difference is that the Revelation has a zippered footbox which allows it to be opened out into a flat blanket in warmer weather and you might be able to squeeze two people under a wide version.

BEST FOR: Those looking for the highest performance 30F degree camping quilt. Highest warmth to weight rating!

See our: Full review of the Enlightened Equipment Revelation Quilt
Video review: Enlightened Equipment Revelation Quilt
Guide to: Best Backpacking Sleeping Bags & Backpacking Quilts

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Torrid Apex Jacket

Enlightened Equipment Torrid Apex Jacket

$170-$180

Equally at home on an alpine approach or on a windswept lake, the Torrid APEX Jacket offers warmth, wind protection, and moisture resistance at an ultralight weight. Designed to keep you warm while keeping your pack light, the jacket starts at just 7.75 ounces (220g). Built using 2oz/yd² CLIMASHIELD™ APEX synthetic insulation, the Torrid maintains warmth and breathability even when damp.

The smooth ultralight nylon fabric has a durable water repellent finish for better performance in light precipitation. The elastic waistband and cuffs keep warmth in and cold out. The optional hood adjusts with a shock cord, and a grosgrain zipper garage at the chin increases comfort. Zippered pockets keep the essentials at hand. The Torrid APEX Jacket is slightly oversized to accommodate layers and has raglan sleeves for a full range of movement. For those who won’t let weather get in the way, the Torrid APEX Jacket is the perfect 3-season layer.

Read our review: Enlightened Equipment Torrid Apex Jacket written Review
See our video review: Enlightened Equipment Torrid Apex Jacket video Review

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Torrid Apex Pants

Torrid APEX Pants too!

When the temps get really cold, and you are standing around camp on a long, dark winter night nothing beats a pair of warm pants. The Enlightened Equipment Torrid APEX Pants are only 5.5 ounces but oh so warm! Pair them with the Torrid Jacket and the combo weighs only 14 oz about the same as a fleece shirt, or what most folks take for rain jackets BUT the combo blows away the fleece for warmth.

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Visp Rain Jacket

new 2020 Enlightened Equipment Visp Rain Jacket with Pit Zips

$190 ($200 w pit zips)

STAFF PICK: The Enlightened Equipment Visp Rain Jacket is one of the very lightest waterproof breathable rain jackets on the market. It features a super breathable 3-layer custom Toyota fabric (75,000 g/m2/24h) — the highest spec we’ve seen in a rain jacket. New for 2020 is the option to add 12″ pit zips to improve venting and sweat buildup. The combo of high fabric breathability and pit zip venting makes the Visp one of the best at preventing internal humidity buildup (sweat) to keep you dry on the inside. Despite its minimal weight, it has a roomy fit – especially in the upper torso and arms, and will accommodate a warm jacket under it. It has raglan sleeves for full range of motion, rear drop hem for full coverage. Additional features: drawcord adjustable hood with brim, full length waterproof zipper, drawcord adjustable hem, well-sized velcro cuff adjusters, and sleeves long enough to fully pull your hands inside to keep them out of rain/wind. Of note, the Visp does not have any pockets on the Jacket or Pants. Finally, while not inexpensive, the Visp costs significantly less than any sub 6 ounce waterproof breathable jacket we know of, and less than most jackets in the 6 ounce range.

Also new for 2020 is the matching 4 ounce 2020 Visp Rain Pants which share the same highly breathable Toyota fabric. Like the Visp Jacket they have roomy fit and good range of motion. Ankle zips allow for the pants to be put on over shoes, while allowing a slightly tapered leg for better fit.

BEST FOR: Experienced hikers and travelers looking for one of the lightest and most breathable rain jackets on the market. While not the cheapest jacket, it’s still a value for a jacket that is under 6 ounces.

NOTE: At just 9.4 ounces for a waterproof breathable jacket with pit zips and pants with ankle zips, the Visp Rain Jacket and Pants are the lightest on the market.

Zpacks | Sale Picks

Sale Details

Dates: November 13-26
Deal: 5% Off Entire Site with Coupon Code “HOLIDAYS”

Dates: November 27-29
Deal: Buy a Sleeping Bag and Plex* or Free Duo Tent and get a free Nero Ultralight Backpack (We suggest getting the Duplex and the Classic Sleeping Bag 20F)

Dates: Cyber Monday, November 30
Deal: Buy a Plex or Free Duo Tent and get a free pair of Trekking Poles

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Duplex Tent

Zpacks Duplex Ultralight Two Person Tent

$599

STAFF PICK: Look no further than the Zpacks Duplex if you want the lightest full featured tent with an amazing volume to weight ratio. It is one of the very lightest 2 person tents on the market, yet it has all the creature comforts of a much heavier conventional tent — a full bathtub floor and mosquito netting, dual doors, dual vestibules, and interior storage pockets on both ends. Even with all these features it manages to achieve 35.8 ft2/lb. Impressive for just over a pound! And unlike many “tarptent” style shelters, the Duplex can be freestanding with an optional pole set. 

See our Guide: Best Backpacking Tents — Lightweight & Ultralight

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Plexamid Tent

Zpacks Plexamid Tent

$549

Weighing in at under a pound, the Plexamid is an ultralight and spacious tent designed to help take your hikes to the next level. Whether you’re on a thru-hike or just getting the most out of those two weeks away from the cubicle, this tent allows you to put in extra miles without wrecking your body.

The uniquely designed squared off peak gives this lightweight tent extra headroom while still allowing it to pitch easily with a single 48″ (122 cm) pole. The ultra-strong titanium peak structure remains in the tent while still allowing it to pack up small. The Plexamid is well-ventilated and can be set up in even the most cramped camp sites. You won’t find a lighter functional one-person tent anywhere.

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Sleeping Bag 20F

Zpacks Classic Sleeping Bag 20F

$339

STAFF PICK: Zpacks Classic Sleeping Bag 20F has the 2nd highest warm to weight rating in this guide — but it has a zipper, while the other was a zipperless quilt — making this a significant achievement! What we really like about the Zpacks Classic Sleeping Bag is that it combines the best attributes of a quilt and a sleeping bag. It has the weight of a quilt and can be used unzippered, just like a quilt. But when it gets cold you can zip it up into a draft-free, sleeping bag mode. In normal Zpacks fashion, it uses the lightest material options – 950 fill power down and a lighter 7D nylon shell. Those materials come at a price making it more expensive than most camping quilts, but less expensive than most sleeping bags.

BEST FOR: Those who want one of the very lightest and warmest backcountry sleeping options And for hikers who like the flexibility of using it as both a quilt and a sleeping bag!

See our Guide to: Best Backpacking Sleeping Bags & Backpacking Quilts

Zpacks Vertice lightweight rain jacket

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Rain Jacket

Zpacks Vertice Rain Jacket

$259

The Zpacks Vertice is one of the lightest and most breathable jackets. Its 3-layer construction has a fabric liner to protect the waterproof breathable membrane making it more suited for long term wear under a backpack vs. the 2 layer jackets. It’s also among the most fully featured jackets, with a large dual adjustment hood with stiffened brim, pit-zips, adjustable cuffs, a large chest pocket, & long protective hem.

See our Guide to the Best Lightweight Rain Jackets

The Vertice Rain Jacket is best for ultralighters looking for the lightest jacket that is super breathable. And, this jacket offers pit-zips with a 3-layer construction to protect the waterproof breathable membrane. Note that this one of the thinnest shell fabrics of any jacket (7 denier ripstop nylon). That being said, the fabric does not seem to be unduly delicate. We used Vertice Rainwear extensively in Patagonia with no failures. Adjustment hardware is also among the smallest and lightest, even among UL rain jackets.

Zpacks Wallet Zip Pouch

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Zip Pouch

ZPacks Wallet Zip Pouch

$9.95

Weighing just 0.22 oz (6.2 g), the ZPacks Wallet Zip Pouch is what we take on the trail and on international trips. Well, it’s actually my around town wallet too. The wallet is simple and thin so it doesn’t bulk up your pockets.  It easily fits just about anywhere in your backpacking kit, but it’s also durable. [It’s made from 3.1 oz/sqyd Dyneema® Composite Fabric which can stand up to the abuse of being carried around. The colors are random and may be any of the Dyneema® Composite Fabric colors that Zpacks has in stock].

ZPacks Phone Zip Pouch & Phablet Zip Pouch

You might also like Zpacks Phone Zip Pouch and ZPacks Phablet Zip Pouch (for larger phones like iPhone 11 Max) if you need to fit a larger cell phone.

Hammock Gear | Sale Picks

Sale Details

Dates: Nov 16-22
Deal:  10% Off Custom Quilts

Dates: November 23-30
Deal:  Orders Below $500 receive 10% off / Orders Above $500 receive 15% off, except for Wanderlust or Wanderluxe Kits

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Burrow Quilt

Economy Burrow Quilt

$180 +30F Wide-width

STAFF PICK: The Hammock Gear Burrow Quilt may well be the best deal on the market for getting a good night’s sleep in the backcountry. It blows most ultralight sleeping bags out of the water, costing 1/2 or less of a similarly rated down sleeping bag.

The Economy Burrow is a favorite of both hammock and ground campers around the world. Made with 20 denier nylon taffeta fabric that features a DWR (durable water resistant) coating to help shed moisture, and an internal calendared finish for down proof construction. Each quilt is generously filled with RDS Certified, 800 fill power, DWR treated duck down to provide insulation on the top and sides of your body, while eliminating flattened and otherwise ineffective insulation underneath. By forgoing the least insulating elements found in most sleeping bags such as a full length zipper, hood, and backside materials our top quilt design will keep you warm and save precious weight and space. Whether accompanied by a ground pad or underquilt, The Economy Burrow will keep you comfortably warm down to its temperature rating with any sleep system. When using The Economy Burrow in conjunction with any ground sleep system, upgrading to a wide width is highly recommended for adequate coverage along the sides of your body. Proudly made in the USA.

See our Hammock Gear Economy Burrow Backpacking Quilt Review
See our video review: Hammock Gear Economy Burrow Backpacking Quilt Review
See our Guide to: Best Backpacking Sleeping Bags & Backpacking Quilts

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Burrow Quilt

Premium Burrow Custom

$229

Over the years Hammock Gear and Enlightened Equipment have been going at it, neck-to-neck to make the best ultralight camping quilts. As such, Hammock Gear has a strong following among quilt proponents and for good reason. For years the Hammock Gear Premium Burrow Camping Quilt has one of the best weight to warmth and cost to warm value quilts on the market. And we find the baffling on the HG quilts to control down a bit better. But you really can’t go wrong with either the EE or HG quilts. Note: If you are wondering about using Hammock Gear Quilts for non-hammock sleep systems, don’t worry, their quilts aren’t just for hammock sleepers. Using the wider 55” option is recommended for those using their quilts without a hammock system.

See our Guide to: Best Backpacking Sleeping Bags & Backpacking Quilts

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Hammock Kit

WanderLust Hammock Kit

$229

We do much of our backpacking & camping in the east using a hammock tent. The Hammock Gear Wanderlust Complete Kit for Hammock Tent Camping raises the bar for an ultralight, low cost, easy to use, complete hammock kit. It is the least expensive, pro-quality hammock kit on the market. Not surprisingly it hits the sweet spot for price, ease of use, and low weight. It’s a hammock kit that will work for both beginner and expert hammock tent campers alike. The Hammock Gear Wanderlust is currently the only kit with the option to add on a down top and under-quilt at a serious discount.

Read our  Review of the Hammock Gear Wanderlust Complete Kit
See our Video Review of the Hammock Gear Wanderlust Complete Kit
See our 7 Reasons Why Hammock Tent Camping is Fantastic | How To Get Started

Gossamer Gear | Sale Picks

Sale Details

Dates: now through Dec 7
Deal: Up to 35% off
Free Shipping: Orders over $74.99

  • Bundle Discount #1: Buy one of our backcountry packs, and get an additional 10% off one of our Liteflex Hiking Umbrellas! Enter code “UMBRELLABUNDLE” at checkout.
  • Bundle Discount #2: Buy one of our backcountry packs, and get an additional 5% off one of our One or Two shelters! Enter code “PACKANDTENTBUNDLE” at checkout.

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60 Pack

Mariposa 60 Pack

$270

TOP PICK: For 10 years we’ve used some version of the award-winning Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60 on many trips in the High Sierras, both on and off trail. For starters, it is a sub two pound, sixty liter, full featured pack. Those stats alone warrant your full attention. But numbers aside, it also sports some incredible features and construction. Best of all are the gigantic exterior pockets. Of all packs on this list, none have more external storage space, and we love the large hip-belt pockets. That’s in addition to its top zippered pocket; you’ll never go digging for knickknacks again. A signature feature is Gossamer Gear’s removable internal aluminum U frame plus a removable foam back that doubles as your camp sit-pad. This is key to how Gossamer reduces weight while retaining features. Despite its low weight, the Mariposa is quite comfortable and distributes weight well. Sewn with 100 and 200 denier Robic Nylon, it’s also built to last. We especially like the solid fabric on both the side pockets and bottom of the rear pocket reducing snagging and tears (when compared to mesh). Oh, and with it’s huge volume, it’s super Bear Canister friendly. Note that the pack has webbing loops for a compression sytem, but you’ll need to get some cordage and rig it yourself. In summary, this is a great ultralight pack, just ask its 187, five star average reviewers.

GREAT FOR: Hikers who utilize lots of external storage, want a fully featured pack, including a top lid pocket all for under 2 pounds!

See our Guide to: Best Backpacking Backpacks

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50 Backpack

Gorilla 50 Backpack

$180

Megaversatile, incredibly light, and insanely durable – this is the pack for you hardcore ultralight, plan-ahead thru hikers, and minimalist warriors. Features? This animal is loaded. You get a removable internal frame, external pockets – including that awesome big stretchy one on the back – quick-access fold over lid, durable and superlight custom fabrics, and a bunch of other stuff.

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Trekking Poles

LT5 Trekking Poles

$195

The Gossamer Gear LT5 is a feather-light set of poles best for fast and efficient hiking on good trails. These poles are comfortable and light in your hands, with a stiff plant and a solid feel for extended backpacking or hiking. And they are great choices for using with your trekking pole support tent or other shelter like the new REI Flash Air Tents. Ultrarunners and fast-packers will like the low weight which means a light swing effort and easy and precise pole plants. Some caveats — we don’t recommend taking these into extreme off-trail terrain like talus, and be aware of potential breakage points at both the jointed segments and on the shaft itself under extreme stress or impact when off trail. And old-style collet (twist) adjusters are a bit more fiddly and time consuming to use than flip locks.

See our Guide to: Best Trekking Poles for Hiking & Backpacking

Hyperlite Mountain Gear | Sale Picks

Sale Details

Determined via email (see below)

Dates: 11/20 to 11/15
Deal: ENJOY 20% OFF FOR YOURSELF & A FRIEND!

Hyperlite Mountain Gear is launching a 20% off storewide sale for friends and family Nov 20 — people on HMG’s email list will receive unique discount codes. In other words, get on their email list.

Bottom line:  you need to be on HMG’s email list, or sign up for it, to receive codes and details for the sale.

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Mountain Gear Packs

Hyperlite Mountain Gear Pack

$310

The HMG 2400 & 3400 Southwest Packs are a Staff Favorite and a Backpacker Magazine award winner for “Best UltraLight Pack.” HMG makes very light, functional and extremely durable packs that are virtually waterproof — no need for a rain cover!  HMG packs have stiff frames that comfortably support even heavy loads.  The slim profile gives great balance for scrambling or difficult trails. HMG packs are made with Dyneema Composite Fabric Fiber (formerly Cuben) which is light, waterproof and extremely durable. We prefer the 3400 Southwest Pack for it’s larger volume while weighing just a few oz more than the 2400.

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Hyperlite Mountain Gear Pods

$50 to $60

Hyperlite Mountain Gear Pods sold out last year before the holiday sales! Use stackable Pods as a key organizational, space-saving, and weatherproofing tool. Pods fit perfectly into HMG (and likely other) packs leaving no volume unused.  You can replace your unwieldy, football-shaped food bags and heavier stuff sacks. Ultralight Pods also allow you to organize your gear more efficiently, and the clamshell design makes it easy to find food quickly. Made of 100% waterproof Dyneema® Composite Fabric (formerly Cuben Fiber).  With waterproof zippers, they help weatherproof your pack system.

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Sack Pillows

Hyperlite Mountain Gear Stuff Sack Pillows

$37 to $47

Get a better night’s sleep in the backcountry with  a Hyperlite Mountain Gear Stuff Sack Pillow. It has just the perfect pillow shape; and when you turn it inside out, there’s a nice nappy side to put your cheek on. Better yet, this does double duty as a waterproof stuff sack for your down jacket or puffy. We don’t leave home without it.

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Versa Pack

Hyperlite Mountain Gear Versa Fanny Pack

$70

The Hyperlite Mountain Gear Versa Fanny Pack is a Jill-of-all-trades. Hyperlite Mountain Gear says the Versa Fanny Pack is for “Outdoor athletes who want a durable, weatherproof, flexible accessory pack for hiking, backpacking, packrafting, fishing, biking, trail running, travel, or errands around town.” We see the Versa as a great option to make key gear quickly accessible on the trail without having to take your pack off or fumble in awkward pack side pockets. We found it especially useful for storing all our photography and video gear while giving us nearly instantaneous access while providing rain and dust protection. It was equally useful to hold all our valuables – wallet, electronics, camera, phone, USB battery, and charging gear – in one place. And, of course, it makes a great catchall for the day’s trail food, maps, guide book, sunscreen, lip balm, Iphone, and anything else that you want to quickly grab while walking. Finally, it makes an excellent small fanny pack for minimal day hikes. See our review “Hyperlite Mountain Gear Versa Fanny Pack | First Look”

Outdoor Research | Sale Picks

Sale Details

Dates: through 11/23
Deal: 25% off select gear

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Research Interstellar Jacket

Outdoor Research Interstellar Jacket

$299

The best UL technical jacket — from backpacking all the way to mountaineering and climbing.

FEATURES: The Outdoor Research Interstellar Jacket is a close competitor with the Montbell Storm Cruiser — they’re close in price, weight, feature set. What makes the Interstellar unique is its high breathability (30,000 g/m2/24h!) AscentShell fabric which also has stretch and a super nice feel. The Interstellar has one mesh chest pocket (iphone, gps, etc) and two deep mesh hand pockets that can serve as vents. It also has a large, dual drawcord,  stiffened brim hood; tough toothed zipper, and velcro cuffs. The Interstellar also has great range of motion in the shoulder area making it well suited for climbing as well as backpacking . This is one of our very favorite jackets for dealing with long trips in wet climates!

BEST FOR: Anyone looking for tough, highly breathable, full-featured rain that works equally well for hiking, backpacking or climbing. Note that the Interstellar does not have pit-zips, altho its fabric breathability makes these less essential, and the hand pockets can be used to vent.

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Rain Jacket

Outdoor Research Helium II Rain Jacket

$110 to $159

At only 6.4 ounces, the Outdoor Research Helium II is a great value for an exceptionally light and functional rain jacket.  Most in this weight range are $200 to $300+. While it weighs far less than most other rain jackets, it still has a good feature set — drawcord adjustable hood, elastic adjustable cuffs, a waterproof interior pocket, and a chest pocket that can stow the entire jacket.

Note: Outdoor Research Helium Rain Pants are equally light and a good value. Both have a trim fit so anyone looking to layer insulation under them should likely size up.

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Sensor Gloves

Men’s and Women’s Versaliner Sensor Gloves

$45

When the weather turns uncooperative, the Women’s Versaliner Sensor Gloves offer high-activity insulation and cold weather protection. We’ve wrapped the latest version of these best sellers with our waterproof and breathable AscentShell™ technology to protect your hands from any precipitation that gets in your way. Heralded as a cutting-edge “smart fleece,” the Versailers use a new thermo-regulating ActiveTemp™ technology that adjusts to your body temperature to keep you cool, dry, and comfortable during high-exertion activities. Plus, the Versaliners are now touchscreen-compatible so you can swipe, text, and dial away without removing your gloves.

Backcountry.com | Sale Picks

Sale Details

Dates: now
Save: up to 40% select items
Deal: Take 20% Off One Full Price Item at Backcountry.com (exclusions apply)
Free Shipping: Orders over $50

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Down Sweater

Patagonia Down Sweater

$160 to $279

This is a great warm layer for backpacking or any outdoor activity.  Really. It’s light and uses 800-fill-power traceable down. It comes in Men’s and Women’s as well as hooded versions for a little more money. Of course, there are adorable kid’s versions as well! Patagonia’s quality, warranty, and customer service  are legendary, ensuring you’ll keep this jacket for a long, long time.

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Rain Jacket & Pants

Outdoor Research Helium Rain Jacket & Pants

$110 to $159

At only 6.4 ounces, the Outdoor Research Helium II is a great value for an exceptionally light and functional rain jacket.  Most in this weight range are $200 to $300+. While it weighs far less than most other rain jackets, it still has a good feature set — drawcord adjustable hood, elastic adjustable cuffs, a waterproof interior pocket, and a chest pocket that can stow the entire jacket.

Note: Outdoor Research Helium Rain Pants are equally light and a good value. Both have a trim fit so anyone looking to layer insulation under them should likely size up.

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Micro Puff

Patagonia Micro Puff

$175 to $250

This is a great warm layer for backpacking or any outdoor activity. It has best warmth for weight of any jacket from Patagonia, the Micro Puff Hoody delivers ultralightweight, water-resistant, down-like warmth with PlumaFill synthetic insulation—a revolutionary featherlight down alternative. Fair Trade Certified™ sewn. And of course, Patagonia’s quality, warranty, and customer service  are legendary, ensuring you’ll keep this jacket for a long, long time.

Mountain Hardware Ghost Whisperer Jacket

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Ghost Whisperer Jacket

Mountain Hardware Ghost Whisperer Jacket

$130 to $325 up to 40% to 60% Off

Mountain Hardwear touts the 7.7 oz Ghost Whisperer as “the world’s lightest full-featured down jacket.” For 1.2 oz more than the Montbell EX Light Down Anorak you get a full front zipper and pockets. MH uses a unique “Whisperer 7D x 10D Ripstop” fabric that is light, tough, down proof, and fairly water resistant. Oh, and the Mountain Hardware Ghost Whisperer has won a ton of awards.

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