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More @ REI: official coupons and discount codes current list of hiking and camping gear on sale REI Outlet (overstock and discontinued gear) used gear membership infoBackpacking Chairs: A Comprehensive Guide to the Science of Seated Recovery, Ultralight Chair Design, and Market Landscape
In ultralight backpacking, chairs are often dismissed as luxury. This guide reframes them as recovery tools — exploring their impact on performance, biomechanics, and thermal management. From sit pads to suspended seats, we analyze the design tradeoffs and field use cases that shape the modern camp seating landscape.
DetailsBackpacking Light x REI Gear Guide
Lightweight and ultralight backpacking gear at REI – updated with recommendations, limitations, disclaimers, and consumer advocacy.
DetailsHandwear Systems for Backcountry Travel: Protecting Your Hands in Sun, Cold, Rain, Snow, and Wind
Learn how to build a lightweight, versatile handwear system for backpacking that protects your hands from sun, wind, rain, snow, and cold. This guide covers layering strategies, material science, field-tested tips, and real-world lessons to keep your hands functional and protected on the trail.
DetailsREI Quarterdome SL 1
Excellent condition (no tears, rips, stsins) and used sparingly.. this tent has been discontinued by REI. On my scale it weighs 32.8 oz including stakes. Will also include the footprint…
DetailsREI Half Dome SL2+ New
Bought this at REI Garage Sale and decided I don’t need it. $200 is what I paid for the tent. New, never used.
DetailsREI Flash 18 Pack
This pack has never been used. The pack is lightweight yet big enough to hold the Ten Essentials you need for the trail. It’s durable, water resistant and made with…
DetailsWind Shirts for Backpacking
Wind shirt performance – design, technology, features, standardized breathability and air permeability data (MVTR and APR testing).
DetailsDown-Filled Backpacking Quilts (Market Survey and Gear Guide)
This comprehensive market survey features 60+ models of down-filled backpacking quilts, 27+ brands across North America and Europe. Includes analysis (warmth, weight, value), expert recommendations, market overview, and more.
DetailsREI Magma 15 Sleeping Bag Mens Long
Bought from REI Garage sale. Had a few holes but repaired with geartape. Used for a few months, but zipper broke. Overall the bag is great, can be fixed or…
DetailsREI Quarter Dome SL Tarp 115″ X 115″
This is was used a few times. but in excellent condition. Weight 12 oz 115″ X 115″ Includes stuff sack, 8 stakes and 6 quick-attach guylines with tighteners Ridgeline in…
DetailsREI Quarter Dome SL 2 Person with Footprint -Sold
Lightly use in excellent condition. (Footprint may have stains) Includes original stakes and tie outs. 88″ L x 52″/42″ W, 38″ H 2 lbs 8 oz #235.00 via PayPal includes…
DetailsREI Magma 30 Regular Men’s sleeping bag (2023 version)
Purchased this bag in 2023 but have never used it in the field. Basically in new, unused condition. It’s the Magma 30 bag REI made just before they started producing…
DetailsREI Quarter Dome SL Tarp 115″x 115″ 12 oz SOlD
This 115″ x 115″ flat tarp is unused. Square, symmetric cut offers maximum coverage and versatility Material is polyurethane-coated ripstop nylon The color is a “greenish sage”. Not brown as…
DetailsREI Quarterdome SL 1 (New) (Sold)
Brand new REI Quarterdome SL 1 tent.. its never been used or set up.  $180 plus shipping PayPal
DetailsREI Quarterdome SL 2 (Sold)
A brand new with tags REI Quarterdome SL 2 tent… its been discontinued but is a great tent and deserves a home with someone who will use it. $225 plus…
DetailsWTB REI Magma 30 Trail Quilt
Looking to buy a 2024 version of the REI Magma 30 degree trail quilt in good (or better) condition!
DetailsREI Magma Quilt (SOLD)
New, unused 30° Magma quilt (short). My son has given up backpacking and he never even slept under this quilt a single night. He took the tags off of it…
DetailsSOLD – REI Half Dome SL 2+ 2-Person Backpacking Tent – Includes Groundsheet – Blue Heaven
Model: REI Half Dome SL 2+ Color: Blue Heaven Trail Weight (advertised): 3 lbs. 15 oz. Includes: Everything it came with new, including tent body, rain fly, groundsheet, tent stuff…
DetailsREI Flash Tent
$160 in person (Sacramento Area) or $180 shipped. Only used a few times on overnighters with my kids who are no longer interested in camping! Good lightweight tent for two…
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