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20% Off any 1 item at REI.com

Mike — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 07:37:04 +0000

REI members can use coupon code MEMDEAL for 20% off one item. Head over to REI.com now, the coupon is good until March 30, 2008.

Note that membership is required, but only costs $20. The coupon does have some exclusions (like all REI coupons) which unfortunately include bikes, boats, GPS receivers, sale items, skis, & snowboards. Once you’re a member though you’ll get 10% cash back on those items at the end of the year.

$137 – The North Face Blue Kazoo women’s down sleeping bag

Mike — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 10:16:30 +0000

The standard in women’s down sleeping bags, the Blue Kazoo from The North Face has been lightened to just 2 pounds, 14 ounces but it’s still rated to 15° F. It’s also 40% off at Backcountry.com and just $137.37 for the regular-length bag.

February Sierra Trading Post Coupons: 15% Off & Free Shipping

Mike — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 06:08:42 +0000

Two big coupons from Sierra Trading Post this month.

The first is for free shipping on all $100+ orders. Applied automatically when you click through this link or the ones above. Expires March 5, 2008.

Second is a coupon for an extra 15% off of fishing, hunting and work gear. No note on the expiration date from Sierra Trading Post.

$58 – Marmot Trestles 30-Degree Spirafil Sleeping Bag

Mike — Sun, 03 Feb 2008 21:40:05 +0000

The Marmot Trestles sleeping bag is a light spring and summer bag rated warm to 30-degrees. Go ahead and lighten your pack for the summer, the long bag is $57.82 and the regular-length bag is $71.06 at Backcountry.com’s Outlet.

REI-Outlet: Get 20% Off One Item

Mike — Sat, 02 Feb 2008 07:21:26 +0000

REI-Outlet is offering a code-free coupon for 20% off the highest-priced item in your cart at checkout. There are a few limitations on the deal. First it expires on Feb 7th, 2008, and then there’s the fine print:

Offer not valid at REI.com, REI stores, REI Adventures or REI Outdoor School.

Offer not valid on special orders, prior purchases, package discounts, REI gift cards or E-gift certificates, gift boxes, memberships, shop services, rentals.

Offer not valid on bicycles.

Offer not valid on boats.

Offer not valid on GPS receivers, two-way radios, phones, personal locator beacons.

$107 + Free Shipping – Sierra Designs Clip Flashlight

Mike — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 08:38:00 +0000

The Clip Flashlight tent is a classic backpacking tent. Only 3 pounds, 11 ounces fully trail-ready it’s a 2-person, 3-season tent that’s completely bombproof and because it’s not freestanding it doesn’t sag or wet out like many current ultralight tents. Not freestanding isn’t a big deal either, only in deep snow camping do you not have dirt, trees, or rocks to hold it up.

It’s on sale for $106.97 from Altrec.com and ships for free. Also covered by Sierra Designs lifetime warranty.

$180-$203 The North Face Spectrum 23 and 33 Tents

Mike — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 09:05:34 +0000

Both ultralight the two-person Spectrum 23 and three-person Spectrum 33 tents are both on sale at Sierra Trading Post right now. Freestanding and single-walled both tents are light: the smaller tent weighs only 3 pounds, 12 ounces and the bigger tent only weighs 4 pounds, 5 ounces. All links here apply this month’s 10% off $100+ coupon, so search for Spectrum 23 or Spectrum 33 on Sierra Trading Post to find them. After the coupon the smaller Spectrum 23 is $179.96 while the bigger Spectrum 33 is $201.83, both until Feb 5, 2008.

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15% Off Everything Coupon at Altrec.com

Mike — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 10:17:24 +0000

Altrec has a big Bro Deal coupon for 15% off everything. Just enter coupon code BRODEALJ8SV at checkout. The normal deals, like free shipping on orders $45+ and no sales tax outside of Washington state still apply. Coupon expires Jan 16th, 2007.

REI Holiday Clearance Sale Starts Today

Mike — Wed, 26 Dec 2007 01:32:44 +0000

Happy Holidays. REI’s Holiday Clearance Sale starts today, the 25th.

Most gear is 10-20% off, but there are some big bargains to be found. Check out the Magellan Maestro GPS units at 30% off. Some sleeping bags from The North Face are 25% off. Cooking gear like Evernew titanium, GSI lexan coffee presses, and Coleman stoves are all 25-30% off. Check out the sale – it’s first come, first sold and all the best gear sells off first.

50% Off Sale + 12% Off Coupon at Sierra Trading Post

Mike — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 18:23:50 +0000

A last-minute bargain at Sierra Trading Post is worth looking into. Everything in their online store is marked down to 50% off. Then, for purchases of $120+, stack on the December coupon for an extra 12% off of $120+ orders. Also, free upgrade to 2-Day air for $100+ orders.

Every link in this post applies the 12% off coupon. It will apply to your cart automatically once the total is $120 or more. Coupon expires 1/3/2008, 50% off sale ends 12/21/2008.

Tags: Sierra, Trading, Post, SierraTradingPost, sale, deal, coupon, hiking, camping, winter, boots, jacket, parka, outdoor, gear, ski, snowboard

REI Coupon: $20 off $100+ Orders

Mike — Sun, 16 Dec 2007 22:26:26 +0000

REI finally joined the long list of gear shops with last-minute holiday discounts. There must be a blot of shoppers holding off on gift purchases when the biggest camping, hiking, outdoors store around is advertising on radio and TV, plus offerring $20 off any purchase of $100 or more.

Use coupon code HOLIDAY7 at REI.com checkout or over the phone to apply the discount. Coupon expires Dec. 24, 2007.

Tags: REI, outdoor, gear, camping, hiking, ski, skiing, snowboard, riding, equipment, sale, coupon, deal

Moosejaw Deals: Free 2-Day Shipping and 10% Off Sale Items

Mike — Sun, 16 Dec 2007 01:49:09 +0000

Two great coupon at Moosejaw right now. There’s one for 2-day shipping (in case you still need to order any gifts and have them under the tree in-time) and another for and extra 10% off sale items:

Use code SUPERSALE for an extra 10% off sale items, no listed expiration date.
Use 222 for free 2-day shipping on all orders $99+, no expiration date mentioned.

Tags: Moosejaw, mountaineering, winter, gear, sale, hiking, camping, ski, snowboard, coupon

$15 Off $75+ at Mountain Gear

Mike — Sun, 09 Dec 2007 10:09:04 +0000

Shells, down bags and jackets, softshells, packs … it’s all $15 less at MountainGear.com.

Click the links to apply a coupon for $15 off any order of $75 or more (expires December 10, 2007). Offer excludes items from The North Face, Burton, Suunto, Scarpa, and Oakley.

Tags: MountainGear, MountainHardware, Mountain, Hardware, camping, winter, gear, sale, hiking, backpacking, waterproof, shell, jacket, softshell

$209.27 – Black Diamond Firstlight Ultralight, Singlewall, 2-person Tent

Mike — Sat, 08 Dec 2007 23:57:12 +0000

Singlewall tents used to be too expensive for everyone but sponsored expeditions to consider them – at this price, and 25% off, this 2-pound, 11-ounce, 3-season tent is worth considering for any fastpacking trip or long trip in rainy climates. If you want a dry and ultralight tent, grab the Black Diamond Firstlight for just $209.27 from the Backcountry gear shop.

Also, free shipping and no sales tax on this tent and every other order of $50+ at Backcountry.com.

Tags: Black, Diamond, Firstlight, Ultralight, Singlewall, 2-person, Tent, backpacking, camping, hiking, fastpack, gear, sale

Big, Fat, Extra 20% Off Sale Items at Altrec

Mike — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 06:23:09 +0000

Grab a deal on some outdoor and camping gifts at Altrec. Starting tomorrow, December 6th, until the 13th use the coupon code hohoho20off at checkout to get an extra 20% off all sale items. Even better, Altrec is tossing in free shipping on all orders, no minimum on this sale.

Tags: Altrec, camping, hiking, outdoor, ski, gear, equipment, sale, coupon, gifts, snow, winter, pack, shell, boots

50% Off Everything at Sierra Trading Post

Mike — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 19:01:20 +0000

Everything at Sierra Trading Post is half-off until November 27th. This is one of the best sales I’ve seen on camping and outdoor gear this year and probably the best ever from Sierra Trading Post.

This sale is great for all those boots, sleeping bags, tents and other big-ticket items you’ve been waiting to buy – it’s all at least 50% off retail prices. Plus, since the items are on sale and it’s not a coupon, you can still use the November coupon for free shipping on all orders of $75+ (expires December 4, 2007). All links in this post apply the coupon, will show up in your cart once total gets to $75 or more.

$54.83 – The Puncture-Resistant Therm-a-Rest ToughSkin Pad

Mike — Thu, 22 Nov 2007 08:41:28 +0000

The Therm-a-Rest ToughSkin sleeping pad matches lightweight construction with a puncture-resistant skin. It’s only 26 ounces but the skin stops 95% of thorn-related punctures and sharp rocks too.

Regularly $100 the pad is 45% off, just $54.83, at REI.com. No direct-links to REI deals … search for the item number to go straight to it, Item # 748275.

Sierra Trading Post November Coupon, Free Shipping on $75+

Mike — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 07:27:30 +0000

The November coupon for Sierra Trading Post is out. Actually it has been for over a week, but I had a vacation and got sick in the middle there.

It’s not a great coupon, just free shipping on $75 an up orders. Combined with their current 20% off outerwear and outdoor gear sale – it’s a big bargain on shells, down jackets, and winter sleeping bags. Perfect for prepping for winter camping trips, long tailgate mornings before football games, and holiday gifts.

The North Face – Free Shipping at Eastern Mountain Sports

Mike — Thu, 01 Nov 2007 02:31:42 +0000

Eastern Mountain Sports is offering free shipping on any North Face purchase, just click through and the coupon will apply at checkout. It looks like there’s a bit of a bonus too, if you have just one North Face item in your order then free shipping applies to your whole order as long as it all ships together.

…I agree that this isn’t a great bargain either. Unfortunately Moosejaw and Backcountry Outlet canceled their 20% and 40% off coupons. Unless you can find your gear at Sierra Trading Post (their 10% off $79+ coupon is good until Nov. 5th) this is one of the better storewide deals right now.

Coleman Exponent Kraz X1 Solo Tent is 58% Off

Mike — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 03:27:37 +0000

Just 3.6 pounds and 16 square feet of space, the Coleman Expedition Kraz X1 tent is a one-person shelter for ultralight speedhikers and those who don’t get along well with tentmates. It sure beats a bivy sack for comfort and it’s on sale for $99.99, but use the links here to apply a 17% off coupon, to pick it up for $81.50 from FogDog.com. Don’t let the low price fool you though, the tent even has a polyester fly which is more water resistant and far more UV resistant than nylon.

Also, use the coupon link for 17% off anything at Fogdog.com – some exclusions, expires 11/30/2007.

Extra 20% Off Sierra Trading Post Clearance Items

Mike — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 17:52:26 +0000

Get an extra 20% off clearance items at Sierra Trading Post. Eligible items are in the Clearance section and discount can be applied by entering coupon code EET10227A at checkout.

This coupon can not be combined with this month’s 10% off of $79+ coupon. No mention of when it expires either.

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Moosejaw Aniversary Coupon: 20% Any One Item

Mike — Sun, 21 Oct 2007 20:30:51 +0000

Moosejaw.com is offering 20% off (almost) any one item in the store. Just enter the coupon code 313 at checkout – hurry, because it’s only good through the end of today, October 21st.

The sale includes all the winter gear, shells, tents, sleeping bags, packs, and climbing equipment you’ve been drooling over but couldn’t quite afford … except for the following slightly long list of brands: Libtech, Gnu, Roxy Hardgoods, Merrell, 32, Yakima, Nixon, Forum, Burton, Anon, Red, Analog, Gravis, Suunto, The North Face, Arcteryx, Bugaboo, Western, and Patagonia (though coupon code 921 gets you 20% off any Patagonia gear). You still score free shipping on all orders of $29+ and no sales tax outside of Illinois and Michigan.

$248.54 – Sierra Designs Men’s Nitro Down 800-Fill Sleeping Bag

Mike — Tue, 16 Oct 2007 03:13:59 +0000

A 15°, 800-fill down bag that only weighs 2 pounds, 2 ounces isn’t common. One priced at just $248.54 is really uncommon. Grab this Sierra Designs Nitro sleeping bag, in the long model only, for just $292.40 at Moosejaw.com. Get another 15% off by using the coupon code SUPERSALE during checkout.

Like all Moosejaw orders over $29 shipping is free, and there’s no sales tax outside of Michigan or Illinois.

Tags: Sierra, Designs, Nitro, Down, 800-Fill, Sleeping, Bag, Moosejaw, camping, hiking, backpacking, sale, coupon, deal

Huge 40% Off Coupon for BackcountryOutlet.com

Mike — Sun, 14 Oct 2007 04:46:44 +0000

It’s only good for a few days, but this 40% off coupon at Backcountry Outlet is one of the best deals so far this year. The timing is good too, there’s a lot of end-of-season boots, shells, backpacks, and sleeping bags in BackcountryOutlet.com now.

EDIT: This coupon increases the discount on items up to 40% off the original price. It does not take an additional 40% off anything that’s already discounted.

To use, just enter redemption code 1XT-1-STYTK at checkout, good through October 16th. Free shipping on orders of $50+ (after discount) and no sales tax outside of Utah still apply.

Moosejaw Coupon, 15% Off Everything

Mike — Thu, 11 Oct 2007 07:09:56 +0000

It has been a while, but the Moosejaw SUPERSALE coupon is back. It takes 15% off all the already on sale outdoor gear at the shop.

…tents, sleeping bags, boots, and even snow sports gear are in their sale section and you can score another 15% off by entering SUPERSALE in the coupon field at checkout. Even better, Moosejaw delivers free shipping on all orders of $29 and up, plus no sales tax on orders shipped outside of Illinois and Michigan.

$201.56 – Marmot Sanctum 4-Season Tent, 47% Off

Mike — Sun, 07 Oct 2007 02:41:46 +0000

I’ve appreciated Marmot’s tents for a while, but after spending a comfortable night during a late summer storm high in the Tetons, in a Marmot tent, that took out a number of other tents I’ve been really happy to have bought one.

Here’s a Marmot Sanctum tent, normally $380, for just $233.96. That’s a bargain for a tough 2-person tent designed to stay up with 4 ultralight Easton poles. The price includes an extra 20% off, since Sierra Trading Post is running a huge winter gear sale and this is a 4-season tent, and the 10% off coupon – use this link here, then search for “Sanctum” to apply the 10% off coupon in your cart. Coupon only good until November 10, 2007.

10% Off $79+ Orders with New Sierra Trading Post Coupon

Mike — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 22:23:06 +0000

The October Sierra Trading Post coupon is here and it’s a good one this month: get 10% off all orders of $79 or more.

Even better, the coupon takes an additional 20% off winter sports gear and clothes – that includes closeout snowboards, skis, and showshoes. Both discounts valid until November 5, 2007, click any link in this post and coupon will apply when your shopping cart gets to $79.

40% Off Big Agnes Muddy Slide 2 and 3-person Tents

Mike — Sat, 22 Sep 2007 23:46:22 +0000

The Big Agnes Muddy Slide 2 tent is a lightweight, 2-person tent with a big 36 square foot floorplan. Even better the floorplan is 7 1/2-feet long, so there’s plenty of space for taller campers and backpackers inside. Even at only 5 pounds, 2 ounces they still managed to include 2 doors and vestibules – letting your hiking partner sleep through any late night trips. At just $185.37 from BackcountryOutlet.com the tent also includes a gear loft, footprint ground cloth and a lifetime warranty.

The 3-person Muddy Slide 3 tent is a monstrous 7 1/2 feet by 6 1/2+ feet and uses the same great 2-door, 2-vestibule design. Still it only weighs 6 pounds, 7 ounces and also includes a gear loft, footprint ground cloth, and the same lifetime Big Agnes warranty. For $214.77, also from Backcountry Outlet this is a bargain for a light, 3-person tent.

Tags: BackcountryOutlet, backcountry, hiking, camping, backpacking, tent, Big, Agnes, Muddy, Slide, 2, 3, tents, sale, bargain

REI and REI-Outlet.com: 20% Off One Item Coupon

Mike — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 06:12:32 +0000

Horay! A new REI coupon starts working tomorrow. This one is good for 20% off any one item at REI, REI.com, or REI-Outlet.com. You can use the coupon code FALLCPN7 over the phone or during website checkouts. It’s only valid Sept. 7-16, so make up your mind fast if this is for you or an early holiday gift purchase.

As with all recent REI coupons, there is some fine print:

Valid at REI-OUTLET.com only. Not valid at REI.com, REI stores, REI Adventures or REI Outdoor School. Offer not valid on special orders, prior purchases, package discounts, REI gift cards or E-gift certificates, gift boxes, memberships, shop services, rentals, bicycles, boats, GPS receivers, two-way radios, phones, or personal locater beacons. May not be combined with any other discount or offer. Must be an REI member to use the coupon, can pay $15 at checkout to join REI if not a member already. Merchandise must be in-stock and purchases with this coupon aren’t eligible for the REI member refund.

Tags: REI, REI.com, REI-Outlet, outdoor, gear, camping, equipment, sale, coupon, backpacking, hiking, camp

Mike — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 04:59:01 +0000

Fall is here and with it, a ton of end-of-season clearance gear. Camping equipment has been getting les and less expensive too, here’s a good example: this Mountainsmith 20° sleeping bag is only $65 right now, but it’s a name-brand with a good warranty and a load of good features.

On top of my list are the non-slip bottom to keep you on a sleeping pad and the polyester, instead of nylon, shell fabric (Why?: it’s quieter and doesn’t rustle like nylon). The Wolverine sleeping bag is a synthetic fill and weighs about 5 pounds, in a long size, but even though it’s not ultralight it’s worth it for the cheap price and as an extra sleeping bag to keep in the trunk in case a daytrip is enough fun to turn in to a weekend overnighter.

One more day for 8% off coupon on $88+ orders: The August coupon is out and is good for 8% off all orders of $88+ (this link only for coupon), valid until September 5th, 2007. Only this last link applies the coupon and the discount will appear once you shopping cart total is $88 or more.

$148 – Sierra Designs Ice Ray Polarguard 3D Sleeping Bag

Mike — Sun, 02 Sep 2007 03:36:27 +0000

Rated to 0°F, the Sierra Designs Ice Ray sleeping bag is 57% off at Sierra Trading Post right now. Add the 8% off coupon below to make it $147.15.

It’s a bigger bargain than normal because the 2-zipper design is being discontinued for next season an the bag is on clearance. The extra zipper runs down ot the hip and allows you to fold back the top-front of the bag and cook or sit around camp with your legs still inside. Odds are people didn’t do much sitting around camp at 0°, but the sleeping bag is staill a Sierra Designs with a great warranty, water resistant shell, and a relatively lght 5 pound weight for a synthetic-fill, winter bag. Click the coupon link below and search for “ice ray” to drop the price to just $147.15 until Sept. 5th.

8% off coupon for $88+ orders: The August coupon is out and is good for 8% off all orders of $88+ (this link only for coupon), valid until September 5th, 2007. Only this last link applies the coupon and the discount will appear once you shopping cart total is $88 or more.

25% Off Altrec Sale Items – Labor Day Coupon

Mike — Sat, 01 Sep 2007 01:05:20 +0000

Altrec is offering a 25% off coupon for their Labor Day “garage sale”. It’s not valid on everything at Altrec, but the selction of items includes a lot of existing sale items and a few new items not already on sale. To use, enter coupon code grg25off at checkout – expires in 3 days, on Sept. 4, 2007.

Outdoor gear included in the coupon discount include men’s & women’s The North Face DIAD waterproof shells, MountaHardware Offwidth and Synchro softshell jackets, Salomon and Keen trail shoes, and a Flash dwon vest from The North Face.

REI Labor Day Sale and Summer Gear Clearance, Aug 24 – Sept 3

Mike — Fri, 24 Aug 2007 05:33:50 +0000

The REI Labor Day sale starts in about an hour. As they make space for skis and snowboards, grab summer camping gear and outdoor clothing at big discounts – looks like most items are 15-25% off. Add in the 10% rebate for REI members and that’s a pretty good deal on current-year camping equipment. Sale lasts until September 3rd.

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REI-Outlet.com: 20% Off One Item until August 17th

Mike — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 01:27:15 +0000

REI-Outlet is offering 20% off any one item purchased through their web site or by phone (1-800-426-4840) until August 17, 2007. It looks like no coupon code is required and the discount is taken off the most expensive pack, boots, or other gear in your order.

As with all REI coupons, there is some fine print:

Valid at REI-OUTLET.com only. Not valid at REI.com, REI stores, REI Adventures or REI Outdoor School. Offer not valid on special orders, prior purchases, package discounts, REI gift cards or E-gift certificates, gift boxes, memberships, shop services, rentals, bicycles, boats, GPS receivers, two-way radios, phones, or personal locator beacons. May not be combined with any other discount or offer. Merchandise must be in-stock and purchases with this coupon aren’t eligible for the REI member refund.

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$96 – The North Face Scorpio 40-Degree Primaloft Sleeping Bag

Mike — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 03:54:24 +0000

It’s 1 pound, 6 ounces and sports Primaloft insulation that drys quick and keeps insulating when wet and at $95.37, the Scorpio sleeping bag from The North Face is a great bag for hot, potentially rainy summer camping trips. The temp rating of 40-degrees (that’s Fahrenheit, or 4° C for those Canadian & Euro-campers who occasionally turn up here) is plenty warm for two-season use in most of the country and the bag is a lot lighter than the traditional hot-summer fall back of a fleece blanket.

Even better the Scorpio bag has free shipping and no sales tax outside of Utah from BackcountryOutlet.com.

25% off The North Face Heron 23 – 2-Person, 3-Season Tent

Mike — Sun, 29 Jul 2007 22:57:42 +0000

For years The North Face was known for expedition tents; sturdy, bright yellow, and (necessarily) heavy 4-season tents that could stand up to just about anything. After several seasons of experimenting they’ve got a 3-season backpacking winner. The Heron 23 by TNF is an ultralight 4 pound, 13 ounce shelter perfect for 3-season backpacking. The single door and vestibule keep the weight down. And although 28 square-foot floor plan is a bit short for anyone over 6’6″ the poles connect with an aluminum hub-system to create near-vertical walls and a lot more room to move around inside.

At $219.99 The North Face’s Heron 23 is a bargain for a tent this light and backed by a lifetime The North Face warranty. Icing on the cake is the free shipping and no sales tax outside of WA state from Altrec.com.

Sierra Trading Post Coupon: 10% Off Orders of $100+

Mike — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 16:35:15 +0000

Update: The August coupon is out and is good for 8% off all orders of $88+. All links in this message to Sierra Trading Post have been updated. August coupon valid until September 5th, 2007.

Sierra Trading Post’s monthly coupon for July is 10% off any order of $100 or more. Even better, their Summer Sale is going on now, so many products are already marked down 10% from the normally low Sierra Trading Post prices.

To use the coupon, clicak any link in this message and the coupon will apply to your cart once the total is $100 or more (expires August 1, 2007).

Photo credit: honan

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$79.50 – Mountainsmith Nitro 2-Person, 3-Season Tent

Mike — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 09:02:55 +0000

Two doors, two vestibules, and an almost 100% mesh tent body makes the Mountainsmith Nitro tent and almost perfect summer and hot weather tent. The two-pole design is the only shortcoming, with a wide 42-inch floor but a narrow upper body that may make it tough for both campers to move around a the same time. Still, the two-pole design keeps things light, the Nitro weighs only 6-pounds, 4-ounces.

Alternatively, click this link only for a 10% off + coupon. Then search for Item # 88177 and add another $20.50 to you cart to get it to $100 or more, the coupon will apply automatically to the cart when the total is $100+.

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Eastern Mountain Sports Coupon: 20% Off 1st Item, 15% Off Next Two

Mike — Fri, 22 Jun 2007 19:15:42 +0000

A big coupon for Eastern Mountain Sports right now: get 20% off your most expensive item and 15% off each of the next two. Click any of the links to auto-apply the coupon and the discount will be taken at checkout.

EMS.com is a smaller-than-REI, outdoor gear chain with good service. They have major brands and good self-branded gear for hiking, backpacking, climbing, cycling, and other outdoor sports.

Brands excluded from the discount are Merrell, Patagonia, and Necky. Already on-sale items are also excluded. Coupon expires July 4, 2007.

$130 – Marmot Titan All-Mesh Backpacking Tent

Mike — Thu, 21 Jun 2007 17:42:24 +0000

The Marmot Titan tent is entirely mesh from the flor panels on up – for unmatched breathability on hot summer trips. It’s also only 4 pounds, 10 ounces, but still spares taller sleepers from choosing between curling up or getting cold feet with their bag pressed against the tent end, being almost 8 feet long. Rounding out this 2-person, 3-season tent (maybe only 2½-seasons unless you’re carrying a warmer sleeping bag in early spring & late fall) at Sierra Trading Post are dual doors and vestibules to keep scrambling and late-night wakeups to a minimum.

A new item a Sierra Trading Post this week, the Titan is also eligible for free shipping on $75+ orders until July 5, 2007 <<– just use that last link to apply coupon and then search for item #88182.

BackcoutryOutlet Gear Sale “It’s all on sale”

Mike — Mon, 11 Jun 2007 10:21:47 +0000

The Campalicious sale at BackcountryOutlet means all of their already marked down gear has even bigger discounts now.

I try not to post any sales where I can’t say “everything is at least 30% off”, but in this case it really does look like they’ve knowcked an extra 10-20% off most things. For example: Salomon trail hiking shoes & Vasque approach shoes (in the climbing section, who knows why?) are 50% off, there’s a 40-degree sleeping bag from The North Face for 40% off, and even their Oakley sunglasses are 35% off & some Smith sunglasses for 50% off. I’ll link to specific deals and bigger-than-normal bargains here later. In the meantime, at least go gear browsing and remember BackcountryOutlet has free shipping on all $50+ orders.

Sierra Trading Post – Free Shipping on $75+ Coupon

Mike — Sun, 10 Jun 2007 06:46:57 +0000

Update: The August coupon is out and is good for 8% off all orders of $88+. All links in this message to Sierra Trading Post have been updated. August coupon valid until September 5th, 2007.

There’s a new Sierra Trading Post coupon out. It’s an even better deal than last month’s too: get free shipping on all orders of $75+. To use the coupon, just click through any link in this article and the discount will be applied to your cart automatically when your cart total reaches $75 or more. Coupon expires July 5th, 2007.

15% Off at Backcountry.com

Mike — Mon, 28 May 2007 23:17:18 +0000

Get 15% off Backcountry.com’s hiking, camping, and backpacking gear and clothes for the next day-and-a-half. Use coupon code: 1L3-1-63VLV at checkout (expires 5/30/2007). Sale orders are still eligible for free shipping if they’re $50 or more.

*There are some restrictions on the coupon though, some brands and already-on-sale gear may not be eligible for the extra 15% off.

Photo credit: honan

Sierra Trading Post Free Shipping on $100+ Coupon

Mike — Sun, 06 May 2007 21:13:17 +0000

Update: The July coupon is out and is good for 10% off all orders of $100+. All links in this message to Sierra Trading Post have been updated. June coupon valid until August 1st, 2007.

The May coupon at Sierra Trading Post is good for free shipping on all orders of $100 and more. Free shipping may not sound like the best coupon in the world, but it’s a good chunk of change when most of the camping gear and outdoor clothing at Sierra Trading Post is already bargain-priced.

The coupon is electronic and is applied by clicking any of the links in this post. The discount will appear in your shopping cart as soon as your order is $100 or more. Discount is valid from now until June 4, 2007.

REI Coupon: 20% Off One Item, May 4-13th

Mike — Sat, 05 May 2007 20:05:24 +0000

A big, fat 20% off coupon for any full-price item at REI is in my Saturday LA Times today. No need to run out and try to track one down though, the 20% off coupon is part of REIs anniversary sale and is good on orders placed by mail and phone too. Just mention coupon code ANNV7 at phone checkout or enter it into the coupon code box online and it will apply to the highest-priced camp, hike, or sports gear in your cart – with some exclusions, see small print paraphrased below.

Of course, the coupon’s small print:
Offer isn’t valid on sale items. REI membership required, but you can join for $15 at checkout. Also not valid on special orders, packages, prior purchases, gif cards, services, rentals, bikes, boats, GPS’s, radios, or locator beacons (for once, ski and snowboard gear appears to be eligible – of course, it’s probably on closeout sale already and thus not eligible as a sale item). Merchandise must be in-stock and purchases with this coupon aren’t eligible for the REI member refund.

Photo credit: Rick McCharles on Flickr

Altrec Anniversary Sale – Starts This Weekend

Mike — Sat, 05 May 2007 05:18:54 +0000

Altrec’s 8th anniversary sale started today and they’ve sent a huge amount of outdoor gear to the sale section. Advertisements on their site and the web say “up to 60% off” but most items are 20-30% off. The sale is still worth visiting though, since the selection of items on sale is huge and 20-30% off isn’t a thing to turn your nose up at. Items on sale incluse Osprey and Arc’teryx backpacks, Merrll and Vasque boots, jackets & fleece from The North Face and Patagonia, and even getting-ready-for summer surf trunks and bikinis.

Despite the sale Altrec is keeping their offer of free shipping on orders of $45+, plus no sales tax if your outside of Oregon (or inside, since that state doesn’t have sales tax).

Sierra Trading Post Coupon: 7% Off $95+

Mike — Wed, 11 Apr 2007 07:01:57 +0000

Update: The July coupon is out and is good for 10% off all orders of $100+. All links in this message to Sierra Trading Post have been updated. June coupon valid until August 1st, 2007.

The other day a friend who I’d always thought of as a deal-seeker told me they probably wouldn’t bother with any sale for 10% or less off. I don’t know if that’s really the case, since they’ve gone to great lengths in the past to use two 20% off one item per person coupons, but I did think of them when Sierra Trading Post released their April coupon.

Good for 7% off any order of $95 and up. Maybe not enough to motivate new visitors to buy, but their already low prices on new, brand name gear keep me going back – and I sure won’t turn down an extra 7% off if I’m already planning to buy.

Tags: Sierra, Trading, Post, SierraTradingPost, Sierra+Trading+Post, camping, hiking, outdoor, backpacking, gear, boots, backpack, tent

Mike — Tue, 13 Mar 2007 03:47:47 +0000

Sierra Designs’ Trade Wind down sleeping bag is more expensive than a lot of the sleeping bags I’ve been posting, but a bargain at $229.97. The bag is all decked out with 800-fill power down and a DriZone waterproof/breathable bag shell. You’re stuck with the long size with a left-side zipper, but 35% off a 15-degree down bag that only weighs 3-pounds, 2-ounces and has a lifetime warranty from Sierra Designs may be worth the inconvenience.

$55 – Bargain on the Marmot Aspen 20-degree Sleeping Bag

Mike — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 07:10:32 +0000

The Marmot Aspen sleeping bag is a bargain at $55 from Sierra Trading Post. The polyester shell and synthetic, SpiraFil insulation are rated to 20° F. They may not last for years like some of the new Polarguard insulations, but for just $55 the bag is a bargain on a Marmot bag with their great warranty. The Aspen sleeping bag is around 3 lbs. 12 ounces in a roomy, long, 6’6” length.

Tags: Marmot, Aspen, polyester, Spirafil, Polarguard, synthetic, insulation, sleeping, bag, camping, hiking, backpacking, carcamping, bargain, deal, sale

Sierra Trading Post Coupon – 10% Off $110+ Orders

Mike — Sat, 17 Feb 2007 22:45:43 +0000

Big coupon this month, at Sierra Trading Post, click thought any of the link in this post and it will apply automatically at checkout (until expiration on 3/8/2007). The coupon takes 10% off any order of $110 or more. Good on all the discontinued end-of-year camping, hiking, ski, and backpacking gear at SierraTradingPost.

Tags: SierraTradingPost, Sierra-Trading-Post, coupon, sale, clearance, hiking, camping, backpacking, ski, skiing, snowboard, riding, gear, equipment

Sierra Designs Women’s Down Sleeping Bags, 30% Off

Mike — Sat, 13 Jan 2007 22:52:59 +0000

Need to stay warm during late fall or early winter camping trips? Take a look at the Sierra Designs Mist down sleeping bag. The Mist is filled with 800-fill power down and rated to 0° F (sorry non-US readers, that’s about -18° C). But, this a a top=of-the line sleeping bag and the shell is made form Sierra Designs’ waterproof, breathable DriZone fabric. It may not be enough to get rid of the bivy sack, but it will keep the down dry no matter how much condensation drips from the tent or how much snow blows in an open tent door. This bag qualifies for free shipping from Backcountry.com.

Not warm enough? If you need to stay warm in deep-winter camping, try the Sierra Designs Electra down sleeping bag. It’s rated to -20° (about -29° C) and built with the same 800-fill power down and DriZone shell fabric as the Mist – this is a serious winter bag. Also qualifies for free shipping from Backcountry.com.

Tags: Sierra, Designs, Mist, Electra, down, sleeping, bag, 800-fill, winter, camping, hiking, backpacking, skiing, snow, snowcave

Free Shipping Coupon at Sierra Trading Post

Mike — Mon, 08 Jan 2007 08:11:41 +0000

The January coupon for Sierra Trading Post is out. Click through any of the links in this post and get free shipping on all orders of $85 and up (coupon valid until 2/8/2007).

It’s not the greatest discount ever, but it’s probably the same as about 10-15% off any $100-200 order – and with all the discounts, and the fact that I don’t want to go out and hunt for parking at a mall, I tend to shop at Sierra Trading Post whether they have a coupon out or not.

Tags: Sierra, Trading, Post, STP, sierratradingpost, sale, coupon, outdoor, camping, hiking, backpacking, gear, equipment, boots

$99.99 – Sierra Designs Sirius 3-season Tent

Mike — Fri, 29 Dec 2006 21:29:39 +0000

Altrec.com took 29% off the Sierra Designs Sirius tent. Want to talk about ultralight gear? This is a 3-season, 2 person, two door tent that weighs about 4 and a half pounds. Peak height is 39 inches and the Sirius is self-standing. Tent also includes free shipping and sale ends January 9, 2007.

The key to getting the feature-filled, roomier Sirius tent even lighter than Sierra Design’s clip flashlight is a 3/4 fly. That means this is NOT a 4-season or 3.5-season tent, so don’t risk cold weather or snow in this one. Compared to single-wall tents in warmer weather though, this thing will be like a luxury hotel room with tons of mesh and ventilation. In fact, this may be my new favorite hot-weather and summer backpacking camping tent.

Tags: Sierra, Designs, Sirius, tent, clip, flashlight, ultralight, camping, hiking, backpacking, summer, 3-season, sale, discount, clearance

One More Day for REI 20% Off Coupon

Mike — Sun, 24 Dec 2006 02:01:36 +0000

Get 20% off one item at REI.com for just one more day. Use coupon code HOLIDAYFUN at checkout for discount (expires 12/24/2006). Unfortuantely skis, snowboards, and bindings are excluded from this discount – see HikerDeals reader Mark’s comment for all terms and conditions.

Tags: REI, outdoor, camping, hiking, backpacking, gear, equipment, gear, tent, sleeping+bag, goretex, waterproof, winter, sale, coupon, deal, bargain

Sierra Trading Post Free Shipping Coupon

Mike — Fri, 22 Dec 2006 04:46:23 +0000

One of the most popular stores around the web, and at my house, is Sierra Trading Post. Their camping gear selection isn’t as complete as specialty shops like REI, but everything they stock is a on sale or an end-of-season closeout item. Even though Sierra Trading Post only stocks closeouts, they have such a huge selection that it’s worth checking anytime you need hiking boots, a daypack, or even business-casual shirts for work.

Plus, click through any of the links in this post and they’ll automatically apply free ground shipping to your shopping cart once the order is $100 or more (valid until Jan. 4, 2007).

Tags: Sierra, Trading, Post, sierratradingpost, STP, free, shipping, camping, hiking, backpacking, gear, equipment, sale, coupon

REI Coupon, 20% Off One Item

Mike — Sat, 09 Dec 2006 05:21:34 +0000

A great REI coupon, have more green to spend on the next trip or day on the snow. Get 20% off one item at REI.com with coupon code HOLIDAYFUN (expires 12/24/2006, enter at checkout for discount).

Update: Skis, snowboards, and bindings are excluded from this discount. See comment below from a HikerDeals reader for all terms and conditions.

REI Winter Sale! Nov 17-26

Mike — Sat, 18 Nov 2006 07:57:58 +0000

The REI winter sale started today. Forget about waiting for Thanksgiving, REI has all their new, winter gear marked down as much as 30%. Most items are about 20% off, but that’s about the best price you’re gong to get on new snowboards & skis, car racks, snowshoes, down jackets, and ski helmets until March (unless it’s some uncool color that isn’t selling). The sale is on from November 17-26.

Take a look at what’s there, and remember to checkout REI-Outlet.com too, for all the summer camping gear that’s on clearance there.

$10 Off $30+ at Sierra Trading Post – Google Checkout

Mike — Tue, 31 Oct 2006 06:09:45 +0000

News about Google Checkout is already all over the web, but Hiker Deals readers may be interested to know that if you can get $10 off any order of $30, or more, at Sierra Trading Post if you use Google checkout to pay for a purchase.

Instead of entering your credit card with Sierra Trading Post you need to sign up for a Google Checkout account (ie: give them your credit card info) and then Google pays for your order by using your credit card. It’s supposed to be more secure than giving your credit card to “any old web store” … I agree, except that Sierra Trading Post isn’t just any web store. Still, it’s worth an extra $10 off camping gear or outdoor clothes.

Tags: Sierra, Trading, Post, Google, Checkout, coupon, deal, sale, camping, hiking, backpacking, gear, equipment

$99.97 – Sierra Designs Cochise 15-degree Sleeping Bag

Mike — Wed, 18 Oct 2006 07:15:40 +0000

http://www.altrec.com/shop/detail/22588/

A 15-degree rated Polarguard bag at about 3 pounds (3 pounds + 2 ounces to be exact) is a pretty good deal. At just $99.97 and with the great Sierra Designs warranty behind it the Sierra Designs Cochise sounds like a great deal.

It’s 34% off at Altrec.com right now. Only the long, left-zip bad is available, though a few extra inches at this weight is probably good for tossing an extra fleece and dry socks into the bottom to keep them warm for the next morning. Also, left-zip means you use your right hand to reach across your chest to open it, so it’s not a “left-handed” bag.

Tags: Sierra, Designs, Cochise, 15-degree, Sleeping, Bag, Polarguard, insulation, fall, winter, warmer, lightweight, Altrec, sale, camping, hiking, backpacking, alpine

$260 – Moonstone Delta Liberty Ridge 0-degree Down Sleeping Bag

Mike — Mon, 16 Oct 2006 02:40:57 +0000

Sierra Trading Post has the Moonstone Delta Optima sleeping bag for just 40% off. Rated to 0-degrees, this is an 800+ fill power down sleeping bag with a highly water- & wind-resistant Pertex shell. I’m a big fan of Moonstone sleeping bags. I’ve owned two and don’t have any doubt that this sleeping bag will match or beat the 0-degree rating. One other great add-on to this bag is the mesh pocket in the hood – great for keeping a watch alarm audible for early alpine starts.

Tags: Sierra, Trading, Post, Moonstone, 0-degree, 4-season, down, sleeping, bag, winter, camping, hiking, backpacking, alpine

$350 – Sierra Designs Tiros Tent

Mike — Mon, 16 Oct 2006 02:26:47 +0000

The Sierra Designs Tiros 4-season tent is a bombproof tent for cold, windy, and even snowy camping weather. Not you’re normal backpacking tent, the Tiros weighs 9 pound, 6 ounces, but the 4-pole design with two vestibules will keep 2 people and gear sheltered in any weather. The full fly and fully covered windows only in the two doors help trap body heat and make the tent a lot warmer than any vented 2-season or 3-season tents.

Currently 30% off at Sierra Trading Post the Tiros tent is a deal with the winter camping season just getting started.

Tags: Sierra, Trading, Post, Designs, sierra+designs, Tiros, tent, 4-season, winter, camping, hiking, backpacking

15% Off Orders of $125+ at Sierra Trading Post

Mike — Sun, 08 Oct 2006 05:57:45 +0000

The monthly coupon at Sierra Trading Post is good for 15% off all orders of $125 and up. As always, there are great deals on hiking, camping, workout, and ski gear at Sierra Trading Post – and the coupon makes them even better bargains.

Coupon is good until 11/9/2006. Click through any link here to apply the coupon. It will be applied automatically to your cart once the total is over $125.

Tags: Sierra, Trading, Post, STP, coupon, sale, discount, hiking, camping, backpacking, outdoor, workout, ski, snowboard

Altrec 25% Off Sale Items Coupon

Mike — Tue, 12 Sep 2006 06:08:11 +0000

Altrec.com always has a great selection of outdoor equipment on sale (admittedly, not always exactly what I need for any given trip) and now they’ve upped the ante on their sale and clearnace sections. Use the coupon code grg25off to get 25% off any items already on sale (expires 9/15/2006).

Tags: Altrec, outdoor, camping, hiking, backpacking, gear, equipment, deal, sale, coupon

Moosejaw Lowdown = Daily Camping Gear Deal

Mike — Sun, 10 Sep 2006 23:58:17 +0000

The Moosejaw Lowdown is a new daily-deal site from the guys at the Moosejaw Mountaineering shop. It works a lot like Woot – which is that each day, around midnight, they post one item for sale at a major discount. It’s available at that price until it sells out, or until around midnight the next day when the item changes.

Right now the Lowdown deal is a pair of Garmont Men’s Syncro midweight hiking boots on sale for $63.98, that’s 60% off.

15% Off at Sierra Trading Post on $125+ Orders

Mike — Sun, 10 Sep 2006 20:49:19 +0000

Sierra Trading Post released their September coupon and it’s better than last month’s “free shipping” deal. Take 15% off orders of $125 and up (expires October, 5, 2006) – as usual click through these links and it will apply to your shopping cart automatically when you order gets to $125.

Tags: Sierra, Trading, Post, STP, sierratradingpost, sierra-trading-post, camping, hiking, backpacking, gear, equipment, sale, coupon, deal

Free Shiping All Month on $100+ at Sierra Trading Post

Mike — Fri, 04 Aug 2006 20:01:02 +0000

Free shipping all month, on $100 or more orders, at Sierra Trading Post. This is probably a bigger discount than their 5% off coupon for last month, especially if you’re buying bulky backpacks or hiking boots, instead of clothing. The discount is applied automatically at checkout after you clicked through via these links and have at least $100 of items in your cart, also offer expires September 7, 2006.

Tags: Sierra, Trading, Post, sierratradingpost, coupon, sale, backpacking, hiking, camping, back-to-school, free, shipping

30% Off All Sale Gear & Clothing at Backcountry.com

Mike — Fri, 04 Aug 2006 02:59:45 +0000

Backcountry.com has a new coupon out today, use it on sale items only and get 30% off the item’s original price.

Yeah, it’s a bit complicated – basically if (and only if) something is already on sale for 1% off, then use the coupon code code removed per request of Backcountry.com at checkout and the discount is bumped up to 30% off. That rules out getting a deal on all then new ultralight Flight Series camping and backpacking stuff from The North Face, but it does mean that a Marmot tent that was 7% off and a Mountain Hardware jacket that was 10% off are both now 30% off.

Supersale Coupon for 10-70% Off On-Sale Gear Moosejaw Mountaineering

Mike — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 22:50:37 +0000

Interesting sale at Moosejaw.com this week. Two options for getting discounts (possibly as much as 70%) on Moosejaw.com sale items:

Use the coupon code SUPERSALE for 10% off any items already on sale.
Sign up for the Moosejaw Mountaineering mailing list (this link only, all others go to the front page) and they’ll email you a coupon for 10-70% off any sale item.

For any non-sale gear and equipment you’ve just got to have, use the coupon code MOOSEJAW for 10% off, no minimum order. Free shipping on all orders over $49 still applies when you use either coupon code.

Tags: Moosejaw, Mountaineering, moosejaw.com, hiking, backpacking, camping, climbing, tent, boots, sale, clearance, coupon

Sierra Trading Post 5% Off Coupon for July

Mike — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 21:02:21 +0000

Sierra Trading Post, click-through for 5% off all $75+ orders (discount applied automatically to your cart once it’s over $75). Coupon is valid on all clothing, hiking, camping, and backpacking equipment – including items already on sale and clearance.

Sierra Trading Post also celebrates their 20th anniversary this month. There’s a whole list of items priced at $19.86 (since they were founded in 1986), though few of them are much-needed camping gear. The better deal is the extra 10% they’ve knocked off a lot of out-of-season hiking and backpacking gear. Many fall and winter sleeping bags, tents, and Gore-Tex jackets are an extra 10% off STP’s normally low prices.

$182 – Moonstone Lucid 20-Degree Down 800-Fill Sleeping Bag

Mike — Thu, 29 Jun 2006 00:10:31 +0000

The superlight Moonstone Lucid down sleeping bag is 30% off at Backcountry.com. $182 is a bargain price for a high-end 20-degree down bag with 800-fill power down (newbies, higher fill power means the same warmth with less weight), and especially for one with a Pertex shell. It’s not quite Dryloft, but with less weight (and no nighttime crunching noise when you roll around) Pertex is WAY more water resistant than normal nylon sleeping bag shells.

Even better, Backcountry.com is still offering free shipping on all orders of $45 and up.

Tags: Moonstone, Lucid, 20-Degree, Down, 800-Fill, Sleeping, Bag, 800, camping, hiking, backpacking, summer, spring, fall, winter, sale, backcountry

Backcountry.com 4th of July Camping Gear and Clothing Sale

Mike — Tue, 27 Jun 2006 20:50:46 +0000

just opened their “60% off” . Anything that wasn’t already on clearance, and not selling well at that, is about 20% to 25% off. Those are still good discounts on backpacks, tents, and sleeping bags from brands like Marmot, The Noth Face, Sierra Designs, and Mountain Hardwear. And, .

Tags: Backcountry, backcountry.com, camping, hiking, backpacking, backpacks, tents, sleeping, bags, Marmot, TNF, The, Noth, Face, Sierra, Designs, Mountain, Hardwear

Sierra Trading Post Free Shipping Weekend

Mike — Sun, 25 Jun 2006 00:10:19 +0000

Free shipping at Sierra Trading Post this weekend. Free shipping is good on all orders made before June 25th, but I’m not sure if it can be combined with the coupon for $10 off any order of $75 or more (HikerDeals link).

Tags: Sierra, Tading, Post, STP, free, shipping, coupon, sale, hiking, camping, backpacking, gear, equipment, deals, bargain

REI 4th of July Sale Starts Today

Mike — Sat, 24 Jun 2006 02:06:15 +0000

Unless you’re already camping, the should be worth checking into. Camping gear, outdoor clothing, and a lot of other gear is marked down 20-30% – admittedly, not everything is on sale. I’ll try to post the biggest bargains on gear over the next few days though.

Tags: REI, camping, hiking, backpacking, gear, equipment, boots, outdoor, sale, clearance, bargain, deals

REI-Outlet.com Coupon, 20% Off One Item

Mike — Tue, 20 Jun 2006 06:51:05 +0000

On top of the sales and discounts at REI-Outlet.com has a new coupon code for 20% off one item. Use the code GM623 during online or phone order checkout, good through June 23, 2006. Good on all that gear just added to REI-Outlet, including gear from The North Face, Patagonia, Mountain Hardware, and Ex Officio … unfortunately it’s not valid on bikes, boats, Suunto, or Oakley products.

Tags: REI, REI-outlet, coupon, sale, clearance, 20%, camping, hiking, backpacking, gear, equipment, The, North, Face, TNF, Patagonia, Mountain, Hardware, Ex, Officio, Suunto, Oakley

$136.94 – Sierra Designs Hyperlight AST 2-person, 3-season Backpacking Tent

Mike — Mon, 19 Jun 2006 08:03:59 +0000

An awesome tent at 4-pounds, 8-ounces for 43 square-feet of space, the Sierra Designs Hyperlight AST 2-person tent is a deal for $136.94. This is an awesome lightweight backpacking tent on sale today-only at Steep and Cheap. I’m short on time, so here’s the official description:

“Sierra Designs created the Hyperlight 2-Person 3-Season Tent for backpackers who need a lightweight shelter with tons of strength. The Hyperlight Tent includes the same Jake’s Corner pole supports that Sierra Designs uses to beef up their 4-season tents. A large vestibule provides extra storage space to keep your gear out of the rain, and large mesh sky panels provide great ventilation. Though this burly tent stands up to nasty storms and provides 43sq feet of floor space, the Hyperlight’s ultralight fabrics and Featherlight poles add up to only 4lb 8oz.”

Tags: Sierra, Designs, Hyperlight, AST, 2-person, 3-season, lightweight, ultralight, backpacking, camping, hiking, Tent, vestibule

$127.96 – Mountain Hardwear Mountain Jet 2-person Tent Clearance

Mike — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 01:57:26 +0000

Like the 3-person version I posted about earlier (here: review of Mountain Jet 3 tent) the Mountain Hardware Mountain Jet 2 is a 2-person, 3-season backpacking and basic camping tent with a lot of space and good ventilation that still has a light weight, due to the hybrid single/double-wall construction. The $127.96 price is a bargain for any high=end tent with a lifetime warranty, and Mountain Hardware will be around to back up the warranty too. Despite the bargain price the Mountain Jet 2 is a new design with great space, 41 square feet of floor space, for a 2-person tent but weights just 6 pounds, 4 ounces. The new welded seam construction helps to keep the weight down, increases durability, and leaves no thread-holes for water to seep through during any unfortuante, multi-day downpours in the backcountry.

Also, since the tent is over $75 don’t forget the Sierra Trading Post $10 off coupon.

$147.96 – Mountain Hardwear Mountain Jet 3-person Tent, 44% Off

Mike — Tue, 13 Jun 2006 21:17:15 +0000

The 3-Person, 3-Season Mountain Hardwear Mountain Jet tent has a massive 48 square-feet of space, but weighs just 6 pounds, 10 ounces – light enough for any hiking trips and backpacking trips with 3 people to split the tent weight up. Great for tall campers with 7 feet, 4 inches of length and several campers plus a dog. The Mountain Jet uses a hybrid single/double-wall design and several massive vents to keep the tent cool and dry. Expect great durability from this multi-pole design too; Mountain Hardware’s great quality is here, plus their lifetime warranty, and a more durable & lighter welded seam construction.

Also, since the tent is over $75 don’t forget the Sierra Trading Post $10 off coupon.

Tags: Mountain, Hardwear, Mountain, Jet, 3, 3-person, 3-season, Tent, Sierra, Trading, Post, STP, camping, hiking, backpacking, review, backcountry

30% Off Sale at Sierra Trading Post, until June 11th

Mike — Mon, 05 Jun 2006 21:55:58 +0000

Deals on camping and backpacking gear have been a bit thin lately, but Sierra Trading Post has just started a 30% off sale from June 5-11th. It’s not storewide, but the selection includes items in almost every department of the store. In particular, there’s a good selection of daypacks and waterproof rainwear.

Tags: Sierra, Trading, Post, coupon, sale, discount, camping, hiking, backpacking, gear, equipment, waterproof, rainwear, GoreTex, boots

Moosejaw Mountaineering Coupon, 10% Off & Extra 5% Off Sale Items

Mike — Sat, 03 Jun 2006 04:29:59 +0000

Moosejaw Mountaineering renewed their 10% off coupon for another month. Good until July 1, 2006, use coupon code MOOSE at Moosejaw.com for 10% off regular prices and 5% off any sale prices. The store is stocked with Mountain Hardware, Arc’teryx, and The North Face camping, backpacking, and adventure racing gear and clothing that are sometimes tough to find on the web.

On top of the coupon Moosejaw has free shipping on all orders $99 and up.

$10 Off $75+ at Sierra Trading Post

Mike — Thu, 01 Jun 2006 22:50:05 +0000

Get $10 off all web orders of $75 or more at Sierra Trading Post, coupon expires 7/8/2006.

$90.19 – Moonstone Morpheus Hybrid 650 Down-Polarguard Delta Sleeping Bag

Mike — Mon, 29 May 2006 10:53:47 +0000

Tons of deals lately from Steep and Cheap. Today’s sale is the Moonstone Morpheus hybrid Down-Polarguard Delta sleeping bag. I’m a big fan of Moonstone sleeping bags and this model even got a Backpacker Magazine Editor’s Choice Award. The Morpheus is rated to 20 degrees and only weighs 2 pounds, 11 ounces – not bad for 650-fill down (across the top and sides of the bag) and a wet-weather backup plan of Polarguard Delta insulation (on the bottom and around the feet). $90.19 is a good price for this well-rated, innovative sleeping bag with a lifetime warranty.

As always the price is only good today, 5/29/2006, or until the sleeping bags sell out – whichever comes first.

Tags: Steep, and, Cheap, Moonstone, 650, down, polarguard, delta, insulation, 20, degree, rate, rating, sleeping, bag, camping, hiking, backpacking, Backpacker, magazine, editors, choice, award

REI Coupon for Members Only: 20% Off One Item

Mike — Sun, 14 May 2006 21:41:03 +0000

Good only through the end of today, REI offers 20% off one item with coupon code 6ANNV. The coupon is only good for REI members, but a lifetime membership is only $15. Discount applies to any of their camping, hiking, and backpacking gear, but not to items already on sale or clearance.

Tags: REI, sale, coupon, discount, clearance, membership, camping, hiking, backpacking, gear, equipment

Moosejaw Mountaineering 10% Coupon and Free Shipping

Mike — Fri, 12 May 2006 04:09:27 +0000

Double deals at Moosejaw Mountaineering this weekend. First is the 10% off regular priced items and 5% off sale items coupon, just enter the coupon code MOOSE at checkout for the discount. No minimum order required, expires July 1, 2006. The second deal is just for this weekend, free shipping on all orders of $99 and up.

Free Shipping Weekend at Sierra Trading Post

Mike — Thu, 11 May 2006 22:01:51 +0000

Sierra Trading Post has a free shipping sale this weekend, though May 14th. Just click through, grab some discount camping and hiking gear, and the coupon will be applied at checkout. …also remember the 10% off $100+ coupon, good through June 1st – since that could save you a bit more money as long as you don’t order anything really heavy.

Tags: Sierra, Trading, Post, Sierra+Trading, camping, hiking, backpacking, gear, equipment, coupon, sale, free, shipping

$97.99 – Mammut Goose Bay 32-Degree Down Sleeping Bag, One-Day Sale

Mike — Wed, 10 May 2006 06:47:35 +0000

The Mammut Goose Bay down sleeping bag is a top-end 700+ fill-power sleeping bag. This bag weighs only 1 pound, 11 ounces , is still rated to 32-degrees, and it’s on sale for only $97.99. The catch… the bag is only on sale for one day (or until they’re sold out) at Steep and Cheap.

REI Coupon for 20% Off One Item

Mike — Mon, 08 May 2006 23:24:16 +0000

The annual REI anniversary sale started this weekend and continues until May 14th. In addition to good discounts on a lot of new (not just closeout or overstock) camping, hiking, and backpacking gear REI is also offerring current and new REI members 20% off any one item, just use coupon code 6ANNV at checkout (expires May 14, 2006).

Tags: REI, anniversary, sale, camping, hiking, backpacking, coupon, member, discount

10% Off $100+ Orders at Sierra Trading Post

Mike — Mon, 08 May 2006 04:32:40 +0000

Sierra Trading Post keeps the coupons rolling. Here’s a coupon good for 10% off any order of $100 or more, just click the link and the coupon will be applied at checkout. Good on all the camping, hiking, and backpacing clothes and gear at SierraTradingPost.com until June 1, 2006.

Tags: Sierra+Trading+Post, Sierra, Trading, Post, discount, coupon, sale, boots, hiking, camping, backpacking, gear, equipment

Sierra Trading Post 10% Off $75+ Coupon

Mike — Wed, 03 May 2006 22:36:38 +0000

Just a reminder that the Sierra Trading Post coupon for 10% off any order of $75 or more expires in two days (5/5/2006). Good on all the already discounted camping and hiking gear in the store, this should at least make up for the cost of shipping (expires 5/5/2006).

Tags: Sierra+Trading+Post, coupon, sale, boots, hiking, camping, backpacking, gear, equipment

20% Off at Backcountry.com – Single-Use Coupon

Mike — Mon, 01 May 2006 10:25:29 +0000

Backcountry.com sent me a 20% off coupon in their latest newsletter. The code can only be used once, but I’m not going to use the coupon before it expires so if anyone needs any camping, hiking, backpacking or other gear – check out the Backcountry.com shop and use coupon code SW-1-GC9FA to get 20% off any order (expires at the end of May 1, 2006, if no one uses it before then).

Tags: Backcountry.com, backcountry, camp, hike, camping, hiking, backpacking, gear, equipment, tent, sleeping, GoreTex, shell, coupon, sale

Sierra Trading Post – Free Shipping Weekend

Mike — Sat, 15 Apr 2006 00:43:10 +0000

Free ground shipping at Sierra Trading Post for the next 3 days (Friday, April 14th – Sunday, April 16th).

All the regular Sierra Trading Post deals are still good, but you can save another $10 or so. It’s an electronic coupon, so just click through and the ground shipping option will be free at checkout.

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$199.95 – Marmot Women’s Pinnacle Down Sleeping Bag

Mike — Fri, 07 Apr 2006 17:40:59 +0000

The women’s Marmot Pinnacle down bag is a 15-degree, 800+ fill-power down sleeping bag with plenty of heat-keeping features. Marmot thought this one through and really did design it for women.

The Pinnacle bag is slightly wider in the hip area than men’s bags are, for a bit of extra room to toss and turn. Still, it’s down-sized for a 5-foot, 6-inch (5′ 5″ according to BackcountryOutlet.com) person and has a foot area with extra down and 11 vertical baffles to help keep that area extra toasty. Still the toal weight is just 2-pounds, 9-ounces. Sub-3 pounds and under $200 for a true 15-degree bag is a pretty good deal. Topping off this deal are the lifetime Marmot warranty and free shipping from BackcountryOutlet.com.

Tags: Marmot, women, pinnacle, down, sleeping, bag, 15-degree, 20-degree, camping, hiking, backpacking, gear, spring, fall, winter

Coupon: 10% Off $75+ at Sierra Trading Post

Mike — Fri, 07 Apr 2006 17:14:28 +0000

Sierra Trading Post has another coupon for 10% off any order of $75 or more. Good on all the already discounted camping and hiking gear in the store, this should at least make up for the cost of shipping (expires 5/5/2006).

Coupon: Moosejaw.com 20% Off One Item

Mike — Wed, 05 Apr 2006 18:55:08 +0000

20% Off any one item, use coupon code POTATO at Moosejaw.com. The coupon code appears to apply to The North Face items, but excludes Suunto, Bugaboo, Merrell, and Western Mountaineering gear and it expires April 14, 2006.

eBay Coupons: 10% Off, $10 Off $50+, and $20 off $100+

Mike — Sat, 18 Mar 2006 23:15:57 +0000

eBay coupons are back! It’s a great place to get just about anything below retail prices.

Here are the coupons, three of them that don’t overlap:

10% off (max $25 off), coupon code: MARCH2006CAT (Valid now-March 31st)
$10 off $50+ (fashion department only), coupon code: C-APR2006FASHION (Valid April 1 – 15)
$20 off $100+ (technology department only), coupon code: C-APR2006TECH (Valid April 16 – 30)

If you’re new to eBay make sure to buy from sellers with a few feedback points and little to no negative feedback in the past month. Also aim for buying goods from sellers in your home country, because international shipping costs a ton.

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Two Big Coupons: 20% at REI and 10% at Sierra Trading Post

Mike — Fri, 17 Mar 2006 01:38:22 +0000

Just a reminder about the two biggest coupons out there right now:

REI.com: 20% off one item with coupon code MEMB26 (expires April 2, 2006)
SierraTradingPost.com: 10% off any order $75+ (expires April 6, 2006)

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10% Off $75 Orders Coupon for Sierra Trading Post

Mike — Sat, 11 Mar 2006 18:02:55 +0000

A great coupon for Sierra Trading Post gets 10% off any orders of $75 and up. Just click through the link and the coupon is automatically applied to you cart when the order gets to $75 or more (expires April 6, 2006).

Worth checking out: Sierra Trading Post’s newest items seem to include a ton of boots & trail hiking shoes, women’s shells and jackets, daypacks, and trekking poles (…and thankfully little to no more year-end ski and snowboard gear). And, don’t forget about the 20% off coupon for REI.com.

$174.95 – MSR Ventana Tent, 2-Person, 3-Season and Sub-5 Pounds

Mike — Thu, 09 Mar 2006 21:37:53 +0000

I won’t admit admit it out loud, but I do own more camping gear than I really need. That being said, I still have a hard time getting a comfortable night of sleep during many hot, summer camping trips. I think this Ventana tent may be the answer.

The MSR Ventana is almost completely mesh up top. I remember setting up a demo tent with a similar design back when this was still the “Moss” tent company – but the thing never made it into production or our gear shop (where we sometimes put really cool, new tents into the rental program just so employees could demo them). Now the tent is in production by MSR and on overstock sale, making the Ventana just $174.95 at 30% off. This tent is truly a superlight model, at 4 pounds, 14 ounces (packed weight, not minimum weight) it still sleeps two tall campers, thought the gear or dog(s) will have to sleep outside in one of the two vestibules. Still there’s a lot of headroom and space inside the tent, it uses a simple two-pole design the save weight and make extra space. The two-pole design doesn’t work well in the snow though, there’s a big, flat roof on the Ventana, and it’s a bit tough to setup because the tent uses a lot of tension to resist the wind better. Still, for this weight and the huge walls of mesh – the struggle should be well worth cool, dry night’s sleep on hot and humid nights.

Another great reason to get an MSR tent – I’ve always been happy with MSR’s warranty service and you can even have the warranty handled in-person at an REI store. MSR is owned by REI and, of course, offers a great lifetime warranty that rarely involves any questions or arguments about what, why, or how they think you did something wrong. Also, BackcountryOutlet.com is still offering free ground shipping on all $50, and up, orders.

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$101.50 – Moonstone Minima 20-degree Sleeping Bag

Mike — Mon, 06 Mar 2006 22:17:02 +0000

Moonstone 3D Minima Sleeping Bag Review (and Sale)

One of my most-often-carried sleeping bags is a Moonstone 20° F bag with Polarguard synthetic-fill. It’s not the lightest, warmest, roomiest, or anything-EST bag that I own, but it’s close enough to keep me comfortable in a lot of unexected weather. Until I started camping in the desert regions of SoCal, and made a 1-pound, 45°F Western Mountaineering Highlite bag my regular load, I used my Moonstone more than any other bag I owned. Even with my personal preference for down bags the combination of reasonable weight and the Pertex shell on the Moonstone make it an easy decision.

Two (or three) models newer than my bag is this Moonstone 3D Minima from Alpenglow Gear. It’s just $101.50 at Alpenglow, 30% off regular pricing, and that’s one of my favorite things about Moonstone bags – they’re priced low because they’re simple. Simple means less weight and low prices mean I don’t have to work overtime to afford a long trip. Even with a 20° rating and synthetic-fill the Minima weighs just 2 pounds, 7 ounces. It’s not a record for a synthetic bag, but it is still in the same range as a lot of down bags this warm.

Of course, that 2.4 pounds also gets you a Pertex shell – this is a very breathable, water-resistant fabric similar to Gore’s DryLoft. Pertex plus the Polarguard fill means the bag is almost free of worries. It’s hard to get wet, doesn’t stay wet like down, and the shell is pretty tough – so you can still sleep on the ground under the stars (unlike your friends who are worried an errant pine needle could tear a gaping hole in the shell of their ultra-mega-light bag). Even better – Moonstone doesn’t skimp on the insulation or the cut of the hood, so it’s comfortable but still plenty warm when you’re under the stars and not in a tent.

Finally, it’s a minor point, but the zipper on my Moonstone bag rarely gets jammed. Some combination of the Pertext shell, zipper guard, and the draft tube design keeps anything from getting stuck in the zipper very often. Maybe I should change my comment above to say that my Moonstone bag is the “easiest” to get in and out of & to pick for a trip.

REI Coupon: 20% Off Any One Item at REI

Mike — Mon, 06 Mar 2006 08:02:29 +0000

A new coupon for camping and outdoor gear at REI.com is good for 20% off any one item, just use coupon code MEMB26 to get the discount. The discount is only supposed to be for REI members, but I haven’t confirmed it yet – either way, being an REI member gets you an extra 10% credit on any purchases. The discount also doesn’t apply to clearance items, coupon code expires April 2, 2006.

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Coupon: 20% Off Any Item at REI-Outlet.com

Mike — Sun, 26 Feb 2006 20:34:21 +0000

I can always find a few things at REI-Outlet.com that I would love to add to my gear closet, but I can’t always find the green to pay for them. REI is about to help out with getting at least some of that gear, with this 20% off coupon – good on any one item in the REI-Outlet.com gear store. Just enter coupon code GM224 at checkout to get the discount (coupon expires 3/3/2006).