We live for outdoor adventure, and we take these guides very seriously. We understand how tough it is to find trustworthy gear advice, and that’s one of the main reasons we built CleverHiker. With products like the REI Flash 55 backpack ( men’s & women’s), REI is making a big splash in the lightweight backpacking world They’re now stocking their shelves with UL retailers, such as Hyperlite Mountain Gear, as well as upgrading many of their REI brand product lines to focus on fast and light gear. REI is getting into the ultralight game – We’re pretty stoked to see REI jumping into the ultralight arena.REI gives you 365 days to return or exchange items and we love the ability to buy online and return in store. REI has an excellent return policy – Customer service reigns supreme here.The Magma line of sleeping bags and the Half Dome line of tents are some of our favorite products from their wide range of offerings. REI brand products are a great value – We generally find that REI brand products strike a great balance between quality and cost.

If you’re not a member yet, you can sign up online here. REI membership gives a lot of benefits – There are so many benefits to membership, but some of our favorites are access to 20% off coupons a few times a year, access to extra deals during REI sales, 10% dividend back on full-price purchases, access to the used gear Garage Sale, and discounts on REI Adventures and in-store classes.

They’re friendly and helpful, and they really know their stuff!

Knowledgeable and friendly staff – We always have an awesome experience with the sales and customer service staff.

Here are some of the reasons all of us here at CleverHiker have been REI members for years: So, your lifetime membership will pretty much pay for itself with one big purchase. If you’re not an REI member yet, don’t fret! You can pick up a lifetime membership for $30 and still get to use the 20% off coupon ( learn how here). REI members get access to the best deals at REI sales, and they get to use a coupon for 20% off one full-price item and 20% off one Outlet item.

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