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Fjällräven Black Friday Sale 2025: Up to 40% Off Gear Built for Winter

Fjällräven’s Black Friday Sale is here with up to 40% off some of their most iconic cold-weather layers, trail packs, and durable outdoor gifts. Whether you're prepping for winter adventures or finishing your holiday shopping, these limited-time deals are some of the best of the year.

Close-up of a Hyperlite Mountain Gear ultralight backpack showing Dyneema fabric and sleek design, featured in the 2025 Black Friday sale.

Hyperlite Mountain Gear Black Friday 2025: Save Sitewide on Ultralight Backpacking Gear

The Hyperlite Mountain Gear Black Friday 2025 Sale is live! Save sitewide on ultralight backpacks, shelters, and accessories. Shop and upgrade your backpacking gear. Learn the details here!

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Best Gifts for Beginner Hikers: 2025 Essential Gear Guide

Shopping for a new hiker? This guide highlights the best gifts for beginner hikers: practical, affordable essentials that help them feel confident, safe, and excited to hit the trail.

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Best Books for Outdoorsy People: Top Adventure Reads for 2025

Whether you're shopping for an outdoorsy friend or looking for your next trail read, this guide highlights the best adventure and nature books of 2025. Perfect for hikers, travelers, backpackers, and anyone who loves wild places.

Sea to Summit outdoor gear flatlay featuring sleeping pad, cookware, and dry bags, promoting the 2025 Sea to Summit Black Friday Sale with 40% off sitewide deals.

Sea to Summit Black Friday & Cyber Monday Sale 2025: 50% Off Tents + 40% Off Sitewide

Sea to Summit’s 2025 Black Friday & Cyber Monday Sale runs Nov 16–Dec 1! Save 50% on tents and 40% sitewide on sleeping pads, cookware, dry bags, and more. Learn more!

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PAKA 2025 Impact Report: Sustainable Alpaca Wool Gear

Check out the 2025 Impact Report from PAKA to learn about the ways their innovative company is supporting communities, quality and sustainable practices.

Wild Rye women’s outdoor apparel flatlay promoting the 2025 Black Friday and Cyber Monday Sale with 25% off sitewide, free shipping over $75, and free beanie offer.

Wild Rye Black Friday + Cyber Monday Sale 2025: 25% Off Sitewide

Wild Rye’s 2025 Black Friday + Cyber Monday Sale is here! From Nov 20–Dec 1, get 25% off sitewide and free shipping over $75. Learn more here, including how to get a free beanie!