REI Labor Day Sale! The 10 Best Deals on Sustainable Gear [2025]
It’s time for the annual REI Labor Day Sale! Which means from August 22 to September 1, 2025 tons of outdoor gear is on sale! So we rounded up 10 deals on more sustainable gear we think are worth a look AND can be bought with a solid discount this holiday. So if you need some new gear, now’s the time to save some cash. Just don’t forget to check for used gear on REI Re/Supply! And check out our full list of Labor Day deals from brands we know and love. And remember: only buy what you need (i.e. don’t over consume), buy used when you can, support sustainable brands, then get outside and wander on!
The 10 Best Deals on Sustainable Gear
EXPED DryBag Ultra – 25% Off
As ultralight backpackers who also kayak, day hike, bike and more in all kinds of weather, we love our EXPED DryBag Ultra. It’s lightweight, waterproof, available in tons of colors, and available for a good deal.
ENO Hammocks – 25% Off
We love a good hammock sesh. Bonus if that hammock is durable, portable, easy to use and made of partially recycled materials. Fortunately, that all describes ENO hammocks, which are also colorful and available at a solid discount right now.
Lifestraw Peak Series Water Filters – 25% Off
We’ve tested the handy, portable, versatile Peak Series filters before and used them plenty of times since. You can use them to drink right out of a creek or screw them to your water bottle and filter via squeeze for starters. And the company gives back a large portion of their revenue to provide clean drinking water to communities in need.
Therm-A-Rest Sleeping Pads and Pillows – 25% Off
We love Therm-A-Rest sleep gear. One of our favorite pillows for car camping is the Therm-A-Rest Compressible Pillow. It’s so dang soft and comfy, plus it folds up into its own sleeve for compressibility and cleanliness. And we’re big fans of the brand’s NeoAir pads for ultralight backpacking.
REI Co-op Half Dome 2 Tent – 25% off
We tested the newly updated REI Half Dome this spring and were big fans of the tent’s usability and functionality. It’s already a fairly affordable tent option, so an extra 25% off makes it a pretty good deal.
REI Co-op Sahara Clothing – 30% Off
A lot of sun hoodies can feel clingy or sticky. Not the Sahara Sun Hoodie. The fabric is soft, stretchy, comfy and offers plenty of coverage. It’s a great option for changing temps.
Outdoor Research Swift Hat – 20% Off
One of our favorite multi-functional hats for hiking, trail running, and all manner of outdoor adventure is the Swift Cap from Outdoor Research. It fits like a glove with absolutely no bunching or excess fabric, is adjustable, breathable, and comes in a ton of colors.
NEMO Endless Promise Sleeping Bags – 25% Off
Did you know that NEMO makes circular sleeping bags?! Yup, they’re made of recycled materials AND are recyclable at the end of their usable life. There are down and synthetic versions available.
REI Co-op Rain Jackets – 30-50% Off
We’ve tested and reviewed lots of rain jackets and the XeroCloud 3L stands up against the best of them. Plus they come in a slew of colors, are PFAS free, and made of more responsible materials. Find all the on sale REI options here.
Swimwear – Up To 50% Off
The end of the summer is a great time to get a new swimsuit or swim trunks for late-season vacays, holiday getaways and next summer. We’ve tested plenty of suits and trunks, many of which–like prAna and Patagonia–are included.
There you have it. We hope we helped you find some new gear that’ll make your Outdoor Adventures more enjoyable. If we did, let us know in the comments! Of course remember to only buy what you need (i.e. don’t over consume), buy used when you can, support sustainable brands, then get outside and wander on!
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