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REI’s Gear Up Get Out sale runs from November 9 to 19 and is a great time to stock up on winter essentials and holiday gifts. REI members save 20 percent off on one full-price item and an extra 20 percent on one REI Outlet item.
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If you’re going to follow Gear Guy Joe Jackson’s advice on how to roof-rack anything, you’ll need a solid base rack. Get any of the Yakima roof systems now while they’re 20 percent off.
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Snowshoe season is coming. During the Gear Up Get Out sale, have your pick of snowshoes from Atlas, MSR, or Tubbs for 20 percent off.
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Outside editor Emily Reed called the Astral BlueJacket the PFD of the future. Upgrade your life jacket for a fraction of the original price and enjoy being on the water longer. Need new water shoes? The Astral Brewer is one of the best ever made.
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Now is the time to stock up the skiing essentials, including the Smith Quantum MIPS helmet, which we dubbed one of the best snowsports helmets of 2018 for its “extremely intuitive magnetic strap connector that closes easily with one hand and its supremely well-fitting Boa tightening system.”
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Our testers hailed the Float 32 as a “workhorse of an avy pack” in our 2019 Winter Buyer’s Guide. The 32-liter bag has enough space to carry your touring essentials (shovel, beacon, and probe), plus an airbag that inflates to potentially help you float over the snow in the case of an avalanche.
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Start your layering process off right with these merino underwear, which are 30 percent off.
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The Smartwool PhD Seamless Strappy Sports Bra has been a staff favorite this summer for its breathability and ability to be worn for weeks on end without gathering stink.
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The LifeStraw, which filters out 99.99 percent of bacteria and protazoa, is one of the simplest filters on the market—simply dip it into your water source and drink. We like it so much that we included a version of the filter in our 2018 roundup of the best men’s thru-hiking gear.
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We love MSR Dromedary bags because they’re completely packable and incredibly easy to fill. Webbing along the side rails makes them easy to hang from a tree branch at your campsite.
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It’s no secret that Outside staffers highly endorse MPowerd Luci lights. They pack small, are solar powered, and cast a beautiful glow over any campsite.
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We think you should always leave your first aid to the professionals and pack a premade first-aid kit. We recommend Adventure Medical Kits above all others.
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Perfect for camping or keeping in your car for impromptu swims, the PackTowl towel is made from absorbent, fast-drying polyester. A hang loop and zippered storage pouch offer easy drying and packing.
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