Here at Tales of a Mountain Mama, we are fans of REI Co-op. Many of us are members, and that is for good reason! A $30 lifetime membership gets you a lifetime of deals, perks, and annual rewards. Learn more about REI Membership and if its worth if for your family, we think it is!
One of the other great things about REI is the sales they put on and right now they launching one of their best sales of the year! We recommend a lot of REI products on the site and its because we love them!
Our team will be busy shopping the sale too, grabbing socks and hiking shoes for the kids, bike shorts for mom, life jackets, and duffle bags to name a few.
Keep reading for some the of the best deals and favorite picks for this years REI Sale, but don’t snooze on this sale, it only runs from May 15-May 25, 2026.
Here are two other post full of some of our favorite REI items, many which are now on sale or coupon eligible! REI Stocking Stuffers and Gifts for Outdoor Kids from REI.
Looking for more gift guides? Check out all of our outdoor family gift guides, we have something for everyone. We have also shared some of our favorite buyers guides throughout the post to help you find exactly what you are looking for. These guides are full of products we recommend, many of which are available, and on sale, at REI Co-op.
Head straight to the REI Anniversary Sale here!
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NEW OFFERS NOW THROUGH MAY 25
- 30% off REI Co-op Sahara Sunshade Hoodies (was 25%)
- We love these for our kids!
- 30% off REI Co-op Men’s/Women’s/Kids’ Rain Jackets (was 25%)
- The kids jacket is a great jacket for the price!
- 25% Off Selected Columbia Clothing & Outerwear
- We love these fleece jackets for the girls.
- 30% Off All Carve Designs & Swimwear
- This one piece gives you full sun protection all day long.
- 25% Off Helly Hansen clothing for kids
- The Lifa Merino base layer set is another team favorite.
Biggest Deals at the REI Anniversary Sale
25% off Pretty Much Everything REI Co-op Brand
Jackets, clothing, shoes, gear, accessories and more. If it has an REI Co-op brand, good chance it is on sale! One exclusion for this sale is bikes (those are 20% off), other exclusions may also apply. Some discounts up to 70% off discontinued or outlet items!
We have so many REI products we love, but here are some of our favorites!
REI Clothing:
- The Mountainmaker pants have been a longstanding favorite of the team.
- Also the Sahara Convertible Pant for hiking kids.
- The Sahara Shade line is another team favorite for summer sun shirts.
- The Swiftland collection is awesome for those who love trail running and hiking.
Find even more clothing recommendations available at REI in these posts:
- Sun Protection Clothing for Kids
- Best Hiking Pants for Kids
- Leggings for Hiking in Cold Weather
- Best Kids Base Layers
- Best Base Layers for Women
REI Gear:
- The REI Tarn 12 and Tarn 18 are some of our favorite backpacks for kids.
- The REI Trail 40 backpack is a great large daypack, also available is a Trail 25
- We love this REI Kids Camp Chair – 7+ years and still going strong!
Find even more gear recommendations available at REI in these posts:
- Women’s Backpacking Gear
- Best Hiking Backpacks for Kids
- Best Daypacks for Women
- Best Family Tents
- Sleeping Pads for Families
- Sleeping Bags for Kids
- Best Family and Kids Camping Chairs
40% off Some Nalgene Bottles
Nalgene bottles are useful for all types of adventures, not just holding liquids. It can store your First Aid Kit, garbage, food, or anything else you want to keep dry.
- Nalgene Classic 32 oz wide mouth
- Nalgene 16 wide mouth – perfect for kids
- Nalgene 48oz wide mouth – for when you need more volume
- Nalgene 32oz narrow mouth
Make sure to also check our Best Water Bottles for Kids post if you need any more recommendations.
Big Deals on Favorite Brands
REI is home to so many other brands we love and we are happy these brands are on sale too! Here are some of our favorite products from our favorite brands.
Exped Products – 25% off
Exped makes some of the teams favorite car-camping sleeping pads. These are some of our favorites!
Smartwool – 25% off
We love our Smartwool and have items that we wear all year round. Merino isn’t just for winter, so stock up while it is on sale!
Smartwool Socks – 25% off
Smartwool socks are a staple in our house from summer hiking to snow sports and everyday wear, we love our Smartwool socks.
Smartwool Clothing and Baselayers
- The Kids Classic Thermal Tops and Bottoms are a staple in our house
- We also love the coordinating Headbands, Beanies, and Neck Gaiters in multiple sizes.
- Classic All-Season Merino T-Shirt – a year round staple
Garmin Satelite Communcators – On Sale through June 29
Peace of mind when you are in the backcountry. We have used a Garmin InReach for many years and its nice to have communication to the outside world when you are in the backcountry, especially if your spouse or children are not with you. And know you can get the emergency response you need if something happens.
Black Diamond – 25% off Lighting, Climbing and More
A top brand to light up the night.
- Wiz Headlamp (new version) – Favorite headlamp for kids!
- Wiz Headlamp (old version, discontinued 50% off)
- Storm 500 Rechargeable Headlamp
- Momentum Climbing Package – great set up for beginners
Osprey Packs – 25% off Certain Styles
Osprey is another longstanding name in this house and on this team and we have many of their packs. On sale right now are a few favorites:
- Osprey Aura 65 is a favorite for backpacking
- Osprey Moki Hyrdration Pack is a favorite for kids!
- Osprey Raven 14 Hydration Pack is a great pack for biking or hiking moms.
Thule & Yakima: 20% Off Racks, Boxes and More
An easy way to transport your favorite gear is with a proper rack or roof box!
We have been enjoying the new Gregory Alpaca Gear Box. Hinge on either side or take the lid all the way off. Love the clear top to see the contents.
Footwear Deals – up to 25% off
Brands we love at a discount! There are soooo many good footwear deals, here are a few of our favorite items.
Find even more footwear recommendations available at REI in these posts:
- Best Hiking Shoes for Kids
- Best Winter Boots for Kids
- Winter Boots for Toddlers and Babies
- Best Toddler Hiking Boots, Shoes, and Sandals
- Best Water Shoes for Kids
- Best Hiking Shoes for Women
What the Team is Buying This Year…
- Outdoor Research Women’s Stratoburst Stretch Rain Jacket
- The North Face Women’s Aphrodite 2.0 Capri Pants
- Cotopaxi Elqui 18 L Del Dia Pack (Coupon Eligible!)
- REI Tarn 18 Backpack
Even More Gear Deals!
- 25% Off Big Agnes Tents, Sleeping Bags & Sleeping Pads
- 25% Off All Kelty Gear (Check out the Lowdown Loveseat!)
- 25% Off Nemo Gear (The Tensor is a Team Favorite!)
- 25% Mountain House Meals (Plenty of recommendations here)
- 25% Off Astral PFDs (Check out all our recommendations here)
Member Coupons
And if you are an REI Member – you are entitled to some coupons! Using code ANNIV26, you can take 20% off one full-price item and an extra 20% off one outlet item (of course, some exclusions do apply). Click here for all the coupon eligible items!
So many great REI Outlet deals… make sure you check them out and use your coupon! Click here to see all REI OUTLET coupon eligible items.
Let REI Co-op Help You Get Outside
We love REI Co-op and really love when they have their sale. We hope this guide helped you find some great deals so you can spend more time outside doing what you love!
Don’t forget, this sale ends May 25, 2026!
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