The Retail Rewards Programs Every Hiker Needs To Join
Get rewarded for buying gear! I’ve put together a list of my favorite retailer rewards programs for hikers and backpackers.
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Backpacking On A Budget
REI Labor Day 2018 Coupon Deals For Hikers
Labor Day weekend is approaching and we all know what that means….REI coupons! If you are an REI Co-op member, you may have already found a flyer in your mailbox with a coupon for an extra 20% off one REI Outlet item. I’ve done the …
Backpacking On A Budget: The $10 Amazon Pack Cover Gear Review
I am a backpacker on a pretty tight budget and have always been a bargain hunter. Therefore, when I was shopping for a pack cover a few years ago, I was less than pleased to find that a rain cover for a multi-day pack ran …
How To Score Great Deals At An REI Garage Sale
As a backpacker on a budget I have become quite familiar with the REI Garage Sale over the years. Just this past weekend I received a significant discount on a new sleeping pad at my local sale. In celebration, I am sharing my tips, tricks, …
6 Reasons To Become An REI Co-op Member
Popular outdoor retailer, REI, prides itself on being a consumer co-op. Is an REI membership right for you? Here are six reasons you may want to consider becoming a member. 1. Lifetime membership The Co-op membership costs a one-time fee $20 but it …
How To Use Your 2018 REI Anniversary Sale Coupons
The 2018 REI anniversary sale is here and going on until May 28th. If you are an REI co-op member you should have already received your flyer and 20% off coupons. Each member receives 20% off one regular price item and 20% one online …
Backpacking Gear At Walmart
Backpacking gear at Walmart? I know some of you gearheads out there are thinking I’m crazy right now but hear me out. Walmart is definitely not my favorite place to shop. I personally find the sprawling retailer to be a bit overwhelming and would much …
Where To Buy Discount Gear
I know that I don’t have to tell any hiker that outdoor gear is expensive! If you are willing to put in a little extra time and effort, however, it is possible to get the gear you want without blowing your budget. I have always …