REI Co-op 4th of July Sale and Clearance: 2024 Gear Guide

Summer is upon us, and for many outdoor enthusiasts, that means spending more time outside doing the activities we love most. Quality gear certainly doesn’t come cheap, but REI’s 4th of July Sale and Clearance—which kicks off on Friday, June 21 and runs through Thursday, July 4—is a great chance to save on big-ticket items for your upcoming adventures. Below we outline the dates and details of the sale, our favorite discounted items, and how to shop both in-store and online. Given the extensive scope of this year’s sale, we’ve also included a curated list below our picks highlighting more of the biggest and most notable deals.

This article has been sponsored by REI, but the picks and descriptions below were made independently and based on our experiences with and opinions of the products.

Dates and Details: June 21-July 4, 2024

From June 21 through July 4, you can shop in-store, at REI.com, or through the online REI Outlet and save up to 40% on marked-down items from top brands like Osprey, Kelty, REI Co-op, Big Agnes, Yeti, and many more. Importantly, some of the deals are only available to members, which will require purchasing a $30 lifetime membership in order to take advantage of the savings (we call out the members-only discounts where applicable below). In addition, members also get $20 off Outlet purchases of $100 or more with the code OUT4JUL24 (online only; valid 6/30 through 7/4). Below we outline some of our top picks for on-sale gear, including tents, coolers, stoves, backpacks, bikes, and more.

Our Favorite 4th of July Deals

REI Co-op Half Dome SL 2+ Tent: 30% Off

Quality backpacking tents are generally a pricey bunch, but REI Co-op’s Half Dome SL 2+ stands out for its well-rounded performance at a hard-to-beat price. At just $349 full MSRP and around $245 during the sale, the Half Dome is the tent we recommend most to family and friends: It’s roomy for two (not always the case with backpacking tents), well built and durable, very easy to set up and take down, and comes with ample mesh for stargazing and ventilation. The Half Dome isn’t the lightest option available at 4 pounds 11.5 ounces all in, but it’s affordable, livable, and stands up well to long-term use—a winning recipe for many. Finally, we’d be remiss not to mention that all REI tents are discounted by 30% through July 4, and a few other staff favorites include the budget-friendly Trail Hut 2, weather-ready Base Camp 6, and luxurious Wonderland 6 (the latter two are spacious and fully featured camping designs).
See the REI Co-op Half Dome SL 2+

Yeti Tundra 65 Cooler: 20% Off (Members Only)

Yeti is practically synonymous with hard-sided coolers, and their flagship Tundra remains a popular sight at campgrounds, beaches, and tailgates across the country. All told, these coolers exude quality: Like the rest of the series, the Tundra 65 model (which has a 57.6L capacity with the thick walls) is highly durable with a rotomolded build, well insulated for keeping food and beverages cold for days on end, and has the sleek and streamlined look that Yeti is known for. Yeti didn’t skimp on the details either, including a freezer-quality lid gasket, durable rubber latches, tie-down points for securing to a truck or boat, and a dry goods rack to keep items like produce or sandwiches fresh longer. You certainly pay a steep premium for the quality and performance, but $70 off during the sale is a sizable savings for a Yeti. Note: You must be a co-op member to receive the 20% off discount, which can be applied to any full-price Yeti cooler.
See the Yeti Tundra 65
 

The North Face Wawona 6 Tent: 40% Off

Car camping can be downright comfortable with the right gear, and that starts with a quality camping tent. The North Face’s Wawona 6 earns our top billing for 2024 with a spacious, tunnel-like interior that sleeps up to six, a massive front vestibule that doubles as a covered seating area, and a hybrid double-wall construction that vents well and isn’t prone to condensation buildup. Available in four, six, and eight-person capacities, we love the six-person model for smaller families (it’s great for hanging out in inclement weather), and the 76-inch peak height means that most won’t have to hunch over inside. It’s no small investment at $500 full MSRP, but 40% off during the 4th of July Sale translates to a substantial $200 savings—for that price, you’d be seriously hard-pressed to find a better combination of livability and build quality.
See The North Face Wawona 6

Kelty Low Loveseat Chair: 25% Off

Most camping chairs are made for one person, but Kelty’s Low Loveseat is a fun and practical alternative for couples. Importantly, the chair is high on comfort with a wide and supportive seat that’s slightly reclined, and you get thoughtful details like adjustable armrests and insulated drink holders. Build quality is also quite good for the price, including a hardwearing steel frame and thick (600D) seat that can support up to 400 pounds total. Keep in mind that the seat is rather low at just 13.5 inches off the ground (many camp chairs are closer to 18 in.), but the upside is that the Low Loveseat is stable and still pretty easy to get in and out of—plus, it’s outdoor concert-friendly. If you like the design but not the two-person capacity, Kelty offers the one-person Lowdown Chair and three-person Lowdown Couch, both of which are also 25% off.
See the Kelty Low Loveseat

Osprey Talon 22 and Women’s Tempest 20: 25% Off

Avid hikers know the value of a quality daypack, and no design puts it all together better than Osprey’s Talon 22 and women’s Tempest 20. The 20-22 liter capacity is perfect for shuttling a full day’s worth of supplies, the mesh backpanel is thoughtfully designed and breathes well, and overall comfort is excellent with good cushioning along the shoulder straps and hipbelt. Organization is another highlight, including easy access to the main compartment, zippered hipbelt pockets, ample exterior attachment points and compression straps, and dedicated storage for items like trekking poles, ice axes, a helmet, a bike light, and a hydration reservoir. Other in-house options to consider include Osprey’s Hikelite 26, Sportlite 25, and Daylite lineup—all of which are also 25% off.
See the Osprey Talon 22  See the Women's Osprey Tempest 20

Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 Tent: 40% Off

REI’s Half Dome above is a great value for what you get, but experienced backpackers may want to step up to a lighter and more streamlined option. If that’s the case, Big Agnes’ Copper Spur has been our top-rated backpacking tent for years thanks to its class-leading balance of weight, interior space, and features. The two-person capacity is discounted considerably during the 4th of July Sale (it’s also offered in 1P, 3P, and 4P versions) and combines a healthy 29 square feet of floor space, solid headroom with pre-bent poles and steep walls, and two doors and vestibules—all at a very competitive 3 pounds 2 ounces all in. All the smaller details are equally well sorted, including substantial zippers, thoughtful interior storage, color-coded grommets, and easy adjustments to get a taut pitch. The dual vestibules also convert to awnings (trekking poles required), which is a nice touch for lounging around camp. For more serious ounce-counters, Big Agnes’ ultralight Tiger Wall collection is also discounted by 40%.
See the Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2
 

MSR WindBurner Stove System: 25% Off

Car campers can get away with large multi-burner stoves like the GSI Outdoors Selkirk 540+ (discounted by 25% through July 4), but backpackers covering long miles on the trail will want something much lighter and more compact. And with the increased quality and selection of dehydrated meals, many backpackers now use their stove primarily to boil water, making integrated canister systems like MSR’s WindBurner very appealing. As its name suggests, this stove is extremely reliable in strong winds: After lighting the unit and snapping everything into place, the enclosed burner brings water to a boil quickly, even in gusty conditions. Build quality is also top-notch, making the WindBurner a great pick for those who frequent windy regions or expect a lot of exposure.
See the MSR WindBurner Stove System

RovR RollR 60 Wheeled Cooler: 25% Off

If you plan on covering any kind of distance from your vehicle—whether it be to your campsite, a spot along the river, or a cabin retreat—wheels on your cooler can make transport a whole lot easier. And no cooler is better equipped for the job than the RovR RollR. This Boulder-based company offers its signature RollR in four capacities from 45 to 80 quarts, with the mid-range 60-quart model offering the best versatility of the bunch, in our experience. On all versions, you get big and burly wheels that work over pretty much any terrain (including tricky surfaces like sand and rocky trails), a long handle that’s easy to grab from either side, and a generously sized dry goods bin for stashing perishables that you want to keep fresh. A final feather in the RollR’s cap is the wide selection of fun add-ons, from kitchen basics like a prep board and cup holders to canvas bins that fit perfectly inside the cooler, beefier tires for shuttling longer distances on sand or heavier loads, and even an attachment kit for towing behind your bike.
See the RovR RollR 60

Deuter Men’s Aircontact Core 65 + 10 and Women’s Aircontact Core 60 + 10SL: 25% Off

Germany-based Deuter has been pumping out quality packs since the early 1900s, and their current collection holds court with premium offerings from brands like Osprey and Gregory. The Aircontact Core is the brand’s versatile all-rounder and puts a real premium on comfort and organization. Highlights include a thoughtfully built suspension system and harness that offer great support, a hanging mesh backpanel that allows for generous airflow, and functional storage inside and out. Deuter also included an easy-to-use system for tweaking the torso length, and we love that the pack is built with recycled and bluesign-approved materials. The Aircontact does fall short of leading competitors in terms of fit (it’s only offered in one size) and load carrying capacity (it can handle up to 44 lb.), but at around $188 during the sale, it’s an undeniably good value.
See the Men's Aircontact Core 65 + 10  See the Women's Aircontact Core 60 + 10SL
 

REI Co-op Magma 15 Sleeping Bag: 30% Off

Premium backpacking sleeping bags packed with high-fill-power (800+) down can run you upwards of $600 or more, which is why we love REI’s Magma 15. For a more palatable $429 MSRP and around $300 through July 4, you get a high-quality three-season bag that’s loaded with a whopping 23.3 ounces of lofty and compressible 850-fill down (in the medium size). REI paid attention to the smaller details, too, with a hydrophobic coating to protect the insulation, smooth fabrics, two hood drawcords for sealing in warmth, and both a stuff sack and larger mesh bag for storage. We’re also happy to see that REI recently swapped from dedicated men’s and women’s versions to more cohesive unisex sizing, along with three length and width options to choose from. And as we’ve come to expect from the brand, the Magma nicely reflects REI’s ongoing sustainability push with the use of recycled materials and a PFC-free DWR coating that forgoes the use of harmful perfluorocarbons. 
See the REI Co-op Magma 15

Cannondale Habit 4 Mountain Bike: 20% Off

Connecticut-based Cannondale has been in the bike business since the early 1970s and offers quality rides across all categories, from speed-focused road racers to comfortable commuters and hard chargers for cutting loose down your local singletrack. Available in two sleek colorways, their Habit 4 mountain bike strikes an enticing balance between price and performance—especially for a full-suspension design. It’s a great all-rounder that can carve berms and happily chug up climbing trails and fire roads with the best of them. While entirely subjective, we also consider it one of the better-looking designs on the market thanks to the clean frame and minimalist branding. If you don’t mind forgoing rear suspension, Salsa’s Timberjack XT 29 is one of our favorite hardtails and a particularly great bikepacking companion with plenty of mounting locations for gear. And for new and infrequent riders on a tighter budget, Co-op Cycles’ DRT lineup is a great place to start. Regardless of which option you choose, REI members get a host of notable benefits, including a year of free adjustments and 20% off bike shop services.
See the Cannondale Habit 4
 

REI Co-op Cool Haul 24 Soft Cooler: 30% Off

REI has a knack for balancing performance and affordability (as evidenced by the Half Dome tent and Magma sleeping bag above), and their Cool Haul 24 carries the torch. For a reasonable $139 full price and around $98 during the sale, you get a low-profile but accommodating design that takes up minimal space in a trunk or backseat, great portability via the top and side handles or adjustable shoulder strap, and a durable but soft nylon shell that keeps weight relatively low. Like much of its soft-sided competition, the REI bag also includes daisy-chain webbing for securing extra gear, as well as a handy bottle opener. And because the Cool Haul’s inner insulated box can be separated from the outer shell, cleaning is a snap (the shell can also be used without the liner as a tote). For those limited on storage space, REI’s lighter and more compressible Pack-Away lineup is also 30% off through July 4. 
See the REI Co-op Cool Haul 24

Additional 4th of July Sale Highlights

There are a surprising number of excellent deals at this year’s REI 4th of July Sale, and the products and deals mentioned above are just a small snapshot. There are many other notable discounts to have on your radar, and below we highlight some of the additional standout savings on camping and backpacking gear, clothing, and more.

• 40% off all The North Face tents and sleeping bags
• 40% off all MSR tents and shelters
• 40% off all Big Agnes Tiger Wall tents and select sleeping bags
• 40% off Yakima HangOver bike racks
• 30% off Therm-a-Rest sleeping bags, blankets, and Compressible Pillow
• 30% off all REI Co-op furniture, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, blankets, pillows, stuff sacks, Traverse collection, and Trailmade 60 packs
• 30% off Prana Stretch Zion II bottoms and women’s Halle II bottoms
• 30% off all Mountain Summit Gear furniture
• 25% off all Kelty gear
• 25% off all Marmot tents and sleeping bags
• 25% off all Igloo coolers
• 25% off all Petzl lighting and climbing gear
• 25% off all BioLite and GSI Outdoors cook gear (excluding fuel)
• 25% off all Osprey Rook and women's Renn backpacks and Farpoint and women's Fairview travel packs
• 25% off all Deuter Kid Comfort child carriers and Speed Lite daypacks
• 25% off all Gregory Paragon and women's Maven backpacks, Nano daypacks and waist packs, and hydration bladders
• 25% off Inno roof boxes
• 25% off all LuminAid lighting
   

Other Details on the REI Co-op 4th of July Sale

There are a few ways to buy during REI’s 4th of July Sale and Clearance. If you live near a brick-and-mortar REI, you can shop in-store. This is a great way to try on gear and clothing in person and make sure you’re getting the right fit. If an item is not in stock at your store, a sales representative can place the order for you online—you’ll have the option of picking it up in-store or having it shipped to your home address. Alternatively, you can go online and make your purchases either on REI.com or through the REI Outlet (remember, members get $20 off Outlet purchases of $100 or more starting on June 30). Shipping is free on orders over $50 (members get free shipping regardless of the total), and you also have the option of sending your order to your local store for free pickup. Regardless of how you choose to shop, all items are covered by REI’s 100% Satisfaction Guarantee and can be returned either by mail or in-store within one year of purchase for members (non-members have a 90-day return window).
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