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Near Zero ultralight backpacking tent set up in a mountain meadow during the Near Zero Labor Day Sale 2025, offering 25% off and free tent footprint deals.

Near Zero Labor Day Sale 2025: Save 25% + Exclusive Bonuses

The Near Zero Labor Day Sale 2025 is live! Get 25% off one regular-priced item, up to 27% off bundles, a free footprint with any tent, and a free pillow for first-time email sign-ups. Automatic discounts make this the perfect time to gear up and save big. Learn more here!

Hiker wearing the Outdoor Vitals Pursuit Hybrid Fleece while climbing a rocky mountain slope at sunrise, carrying a large backpack and trekking poles.

Pre-Order the Pursuit Hybrid Fleece By Outdoor Vitals

The Pursuit Hybrid Fleece by Outdoor Vitals is here to end the cycle of constant layer changes. With breathable grid fleece, Primaloft® Evolve insulation, and a sub-10 oz weight, it’s built for all-day comfort in changing conditions. Learn more here!

NITECORE NB Plus 10000mAh ultralight waterproof power bank with carbon fiber frame, designed for fast charging on outdoor adventures.

NITECORE Launches NB Plus: Ultralight, Waterproof Power Bank Built for the Wild

Meet the NITECORE NB Plus: a 155g, IPX7 waterproof, carbon fiber-reinforced power bank with 22.5W fast charging. Perfect for ultrarunners, backpackers, and adventurers who need reliable power in any weather. Learn more here.

Three women enjoy a sunny afternoon by a river, lounging on a blanket, sitting in a camp chair, and perching on a log, all wearing colorful and comfortable Wild Rye clothing.

SALE: Wild Rye Birthday Sale 2025

From August 5–11, save 30% sitewide and up to 70% off past season styles with this code. Free shipping starts at $75, and orders over $200 get a free Bucky hat. Don’t miss it!

A hiker wearing the PAKA Apu Lightweight Puffy Jacket and a yellow backpack smiles during a rocky river crossing, showcasing the jacket’s fit and outdoor performance in a mountain setting.

SALE: PAKA's Apu Lightweight Puffy Jacket

The Apu Puffy from PAKA is one of the coziest, most breathable lightweight puffies out there! And it's currently on sale. If you’ve been eyeing an alpaca-insulated jacket that balances performance and comfort, now’s the time to snag one. Learn more here!

Collage of outdoor adventurers using Hyperlite Mountain Gear's new Dyneema® Woven Composite backpacks while hiking through forests, mountains, and alpine terrain.

Hyperlite Mountain Gear Relaunches Iconic Packs with Revolutionary Dyneema® Woven Composite

The Junction, Southwest, and Windrider packs are back: reengineered with next-gen Dyneema® Woven Composite for unmatched durability and ultralight performance. Hyperlite Mountain Gear sets a new standard in backpacking gear with this game-changing relaunch. Learn More!

Backpacker relaxing next to a lit Six Moon Designs ultralight tent with sleeping bag inside, set up in a rugged alpine landscape at dusk with snowy mountains in the background.

SALE: 20% Off Sitewide at Six Moon Designs

Six Moon Designs is celebrating Independence Day with a huge Fourth of July Sale! From July 1–11, enjoy 20% off all SMD products (excluding third-party and closeout items). Shop ultralight shelters, packs, and accessories now. Just in time for summer adventures.