---
title: "Your Guide to REI’s Anniversary Sale: 25% Off Adventure Gear"
description: "The REI anniversary sale lasts until May 26 and some of the best upgrades in outdoor adventure gear are discounted."
date: "2025-05-16"
modified: "2025-05-16"
authors:
  - name: "Ashley Thess"
    job_title: "Contributor"
    link: "https://www.outdoorlife.com/authors/ashley-thess/"
url: "https://www.outdoorlife.com/gear/rei-anniversary-sale/"
categories:
  - "Adventure"
  - "Adventure"
  - "Camping"
  - "Camping Gear"
  - "Gear"
  - "Hiking"
  - "Paddling"
  - "Trail Running"
tags:
  - "Gear Reviews"
---

# Your Guide to REI’s Anniversary Sale: 25% Off Adventure Gear

![Three hikers walk up rock formation.](<https://www.outdoorlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/rei-anniversary-sale.jpg>)
*Ashley Thess*

It's hiking, camping, paddling, climbing, and pedaling time, and the list of in-season adventure sports goes on and on. As does the list of discounted gear items at REI's anniversary sale. When it seems like almost everything is on sale, it gets harder to decide what upgrades to your kit are actually worth it. *Outdoor Life* staff and writers have been testing the best gear across a variety of sports. So let us break down the best deals on the best products for REI's biggest sale of the year from May 16 to 26.

## REI Anniversary Sale Discounts

### Hike

**[Smartwool Socks](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fb%2Fsmartwool%2Fc%2Fsocks%3Fcm_mmc%3Dor_-_-dig_cat-_-2025_ann_sale-_-12-_-smartwool_socks>) are 25% off**
In our test of the [best wool socks](<https://www.outdoorlife.com/gear/best-wool-socks/>), Smartwool claimed our favorites for skiing and trail running.

**[Altra Lone Peak 9](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fs%2Faltra-lone-peak-9-trail-running-shoes%3Fcm_mmc%3Dor_-_-dig_cat-_-2025_ann_sale-_-13-_-altra_trail>) are 25% off**
Altra's latest Lone Peak has a lot to offer the world of [zero drop running shoes](<https://www.outdoorlife.com/gear/best-zero-drop-running-shoes/>).

**[Garmin inReach Mini 2](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F208257%2Fgarmin-inreach-mini-2%3Fcm_mmc%3Dor_-_-dig_cat-_-2025_ann_sale-_-7-_-garmin_inreach>) is $100 off**
The inReach mini won best ultralight [satellite messenger](<https://www.outdoorlife.com/gear/best-satellite-messengers/>) in our test.

**[Select Smith Sunglasses](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fb%2Fsmith%2Fc%2Fsunglasses%2Ff%2Fscd-deals>) are 20% off**
Once you go Chromapop, you don't go back. Get a deal on your new [favorite sunglasses](<https://www.outdoorlife.com/gear/best-hiking-sunglasses/>) for every sport.

**[Black Diamond Trekking Poles](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fsearch>) are 25% off**
Snag a reliable [pair of poles](<https://www.outdoorlife.com/gear/best-trekking-poles/>) for a summer of day hiking and your next big mission at the REI anniversary sale.

**[Garmin fenix 8 Smartwatch](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fsearch%3Fq%3DGarmin%2Bfenix%2B8%2BSmartwatch>) is $100 off**
We awarded this [hiking watch](<https://www.outdoorlife.com/gear/best-hiking-watches/>) best features with over 100 sport modes and excellent activity tracking.

### Camp

**[Exped Gear](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fb%2Fexped%2Fc%2Fall%3Fcm_mmc%3Dor_-_-dig_cat-_-2025_ann_sale-_-4-_-exped>) is 25% off**
If there's one thing in your camping kit that you should upgrade ASAP, it's your [mattress](<https://www.outdoorlife.com/gear/best-camping-mattresses-for-couples/>). The Exped MegaMat is a luxurious sleeping pad that ensures a good night's rest every time.

**[REI Tents](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fb%2Frei-co-op%2Fc%2Ftents%3Fcm_mmc%3Dor_-_-dig_cat-_-2025_ann_sale-_-6-_-rei_tents>) and [Sleep Systems](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fb%2Frei-co-op%2Fc%2Fsleeping-gear%3Fcm_mmc%3Dor_-_-dig_cat-_-2025_ann_sale-_-6-_-rei_sleeping_bags>) are 30% off**
REI is making quality camping gear for a great value. And from May 16 to 26, their tents, sleep systems, and more are an even better deal.

**[Nemo](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fsearch%3Fq%3DNemo%26ir%3Dq%253ANemo%26r%3Ddeals%253ASee%2BAll%2BDeals>) and [Big Agnes Tents and Sleep Systems](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fsearch%3Fq%3DBig%2BAgnes%26ir%3Dq%253ABig%2BAgnes%26r%3Ddeals%253ASee%2BAll%2BDeals>) are 25% off**
On our annual backpacking gear tests we've come away impressed with Nemo's Hornet and Big Agnes' Tiger Wall [tents](<https://www.outdoorlife.com/gear/best-backpacking-tents/>).

### Paddle

**[Bote SUPs and Accessories](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fb%2Fbote%2Fc%2Fall%3Fcm_mmc%3Dor_-_-dig_cat-_-2025_ann_sale-_-18-_-bote>) is 15% off**
We loved the Bote SUPs tested in our round-up of the [best paddle boards](<https://www.outdoorlife.com/gear/best-inflatable-paddle-boards/>).

**[Nomadix](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fb%2Fnomadix%2Fc%2Fall%3Fcm_mmc%3Dor_-_-dig_cat-_-2025_ann_sale-_-18-_-normadix>) is 25% off**
Packable towels are discounted for your next

**[Sea to Summit](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fb%2Fsea-to-summit%2Fc%2Fall%3Fcm_mmc%3Dor_-_-dig_cat-_-2025_ann_sale-_-18-_-sea_to_summit>) is 25% off**
Get a great deal on reliable dry bags and other camping accessories.

**[Keen Footwear](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fb%2Fkeen%2Fc%2Fall%3Fcm_mmc%3Dor_-_-dig_cat-_-2025_ann_sale-_-18-_-keen>) is 25% off**
Our favorite closed-toe [hiking sandals](<https://www.outdoorlife.com/gear/best-hiking-sandals/>) are on sale.

### Climb

**[Black Diamond Climbing Gear and Packs](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fb%2Fblack-diamond%2Fc%2Fclimbing%3Fcm_mmc%3Dor_-_-dig_cat-_-2025_ann_sale-_-20-_-black_diamond>) are 25% off**
Our favorite lightweight [climbing helmet](<https://www.outdoorlife.com/gear/best-climbing-helmets/>), the Black Diamond Vapor, is one of the REI anniversary sale's best deals.

**[Mammut Climbing Gear](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fb%2Fmammut%2Fc%2Fclimbing%3Fcm_mmc%3Dor_-_-dig_cat-_-2025_ann_sale-_-20-_-mammut>) is 25% off**

**[Mountain Hardwear Clothes](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fb%2Fmountain-hardwear%2Fc%2Fclothing%3Fcm_mmc%3Dor_-_-dig_cat-_-2025_ann_sale-_-20-_-mountain_hardwear>) are 25% off**
Save on the best technical [leggings](<https://www.outdoorlife.com/gear/best-hiking-leggings/>): Chockstone tights.

**[Julbo sunglasses](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fb%2Fjulbo%2Fc%2Fall%3Fcm_mmc%3Dor_-_-dig_cat-_-2025_ann_sale-_-20-_-julbo>) are 20% off**
Old school glacier googles and more protective eyewear from Julbo are mountaineering must-haves.

**[La Sportiva Climbing Shoes](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fb%2Fla-sportiva%2Fc%2Fclimbing%3Fcm_mmc%3Dor_-_-dig_cat-_-2025_ann_sale-_-20-_-la_sportiva>) are 25% off**
Save on our [best for sport climbing pick](<https://www.outdoorlife.com/gear/best-climbing-shoes/>): the La Sportiva Solution Comp.

### Bike

**[Camelbak Reservoirs and Packs](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fb%2Fcamelbak%2Fc%2Fhydration-packs%3Fcm_mmc%3Dor_-_-dig_cat-_-2025_ann_sale-_-22-_-camelbak>) are 25% off**
Stay hydrated hands-free this summer for less with the best [hydration bladders](<https://www.outdoorlife.com/gear/best-hydration-bladders/>) and packs.

**[Osprey Hydration Packs](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fb%2Fosprey%2Fc%2Fhydration-backpacks%3Fcm_mmc%3Dor_-_-dig_cat-_-2025_ann_sale-_-22-_-osprey>) are 25% off**
We love the Tempest/Talon [packs](<https://www.outdoorlife.com/gear/best-hiking-daypacks/>) for multi-sport days.

**[Fox Helmets](<https://rei.pxf.io/c/2536217/1448521/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fb%2Ffox%2Fc%2Fbike-helmets%3Fcm_mmc%3Dor_-_-dig_cat-_-2025_ann_sale-_-22-_-fox>) are 25% off**
The Fox Proframe full-face [bike helmet](<https://www.outdoorlife.com/gear/best-mountain-bike-helmets/>) wins big credits in safety and sex appeal.

*Upgrade the big ticket items in your kit for less until May 26 at the REI anniversary sale.*

## Author
Ashley Thess is a gear writer for Outdoor Life. Originally from Missouri, she now lives in Salt Lake City, Utah, where she keeps an unruly gear closet.

### Author social links  
[LinkedIn](<https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-thess-a1a95b148/>)