REI's 4th of July Deals run June 26 through July 6, 2026. Our thru-hiker team picks the 25 best deals on tested tents, packs, sleeping bags, and more.
The best solar shower bags and electric portable camping showers for campers, backpacking, overlanding and emergencies. We test for temperature, speed to hot water, water pressure, and ease of use.
We tested Title Nine's best sports bras across cup sizes A–DD. Our top picks for high-impact running, bigger busts, and low-impact everyday wear.
Wet wading shoes for fly fishing are a lightweight, affordable alternative to wading boots. We review the best wet wading shoes and wading sandals for fly fishing
The best hiking and backpacking deals in REI's 4th of July Sale through July 6: packs, rain shells, trail shoes, and sleep gear we've tested.
We tested the POC Cularis mountain bike helmet to evaluate comfort, ventilation, fit, and protection for trail, enduro, and aggressive riding.
The REI Flash Shade Hoodie is lighter and faster-drying than the beloved REI Sahara. We tested both to help you pick the right UPF 50 sun hoodie for the trail.
We tested the Mountain Hardwear Nimbus UL backpacking tent, an ultralight, double-walled, semi-freestanding tent for solo backpackers and thru-hikers.
Shop the best camping deals in REI's 4th of July Deals June 26 through July 6: tents, sleeping bags, pads, chairs, and coolers our team has tested.
Take your camp cooking to the next level with a portable camping grill, whether you like propane, charcoal, wood, electric, pellet or a fire pit.
Discover the best dry bags with our comprehensive guide, covering top models, key features, and how to choose the perfect dry bag for your next adventure.
We interviewed dozens of PCT and CDT hikers to consider dozens of shorts models. Then we tested them over 1000s of miles of thru-hiking to find the best pair of shorts for thru-hikers of all sizes and shapes.
We researched and tested the most popular child life jackets, youth life jackets, & infant life jackets to find the best life jackets for kids. Criteria included US Coast Guard Approval, easy buckle releases, and grab straps.
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To find the best child hiking carrier for babies and toddlers, we reviewed backpacks and tested the Osprey Poco line, Deuter Kid Comfort, Kelty, Thule, and more
We tested GPS and ABC hiking watches across 400+ days of thru-hiking and backpacking. Top pick: the Garmin Instinct 3 Solar, with strong mapping and battery picks from Garmin and COROS.
We tested the most popular hiking tights and leggings for fit, comfort, pockets, sun protection, moisture-wicking, quick-drying and more.
We review the best socks for runners— running socks to prevent blisters, best socks for hot weather runs, best socks for cold weather, compression, and toe socks.
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