REI is a playground for anyone who enjoys the outdoors, making it the place to pick up gifts for all the hikers, cyclists, runners, skiers and backyard explorers on your list. That said, there are a lot of cool gadgets and sleek clothing to look through, which is why we did all the heavy lifting for you and pulled together a list of the absolute best gifts REI has to offer, no matter your budget or preferred outdoor activity. Here are 32 no-fail gifts to add to cart ASAP.
The 32 Best Gifts to Buy at REI for Hikers, Bikers and Backyard Explorers
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2. rei Co-op + Smith Co-lab Squad Chromapop Snow Goggles
These anti-fog goggles come in three different colors and will help your ski-obsessed pal to see even better even in the worst weather conditions.
3. ultimate Outdoor Cookbook By Linda Ly
For the at-home chef who also loves a good outdoor adventure. This cookbook comes with a myriad of delicious camp-ready recipes like spicy grilled shrimp on avocado toast, planked figs with prosciutto and goat cheese, and Dutch oven strawberry rhubarb cobbler. Yum.
6. teva Reember Slip-ons
These super-warm slippers are made with a durable rubber sole so he can comfortably wear them around outside, whether that’s to pick up the newspaper from the end of the driveway or to explore his backcountry campsite. And, yes, they come in women’s and kids’ sizes too.
7. rei Co-op Backpacking Bundle
An awesome gift for the friend who is just getting into backpacking or camping, this handy three-pack comes with a two-person tent, super cozy sleeping bag and a comfy sleeping pad to make their overnights all the more comfortable. (P.S. There’s also a long option for both the sleeping bag and pad for those over 6 feet tall.)
11. sea To Summit X-bowl
This collapsible bowl can easily slip into a backpack or fanny pack without taking up too much extra space and works just as well for your sister’s morning oatmeal as it does for a mid-trail water break with her pup Murphy. (Though we suggest buying one for each rather than sharing.)
12. Pendelton National Park Fleece Dog Coat
Speaking of your four-legged hiking pal, get him his own hiking fleece in bright rainbow stripes. It comes in three sizes so every pup, from chihuahuas to Great Danes, can look snazzy on the trail.
15. black Diamond Spot 350 Headlamp
You may think of a headlamp as something only necessary for serious backpackers, but there are tons of folks who would appreciate a little hands-free lighting—your nephew who likes to read under the covers, your mom who uses the grill outside year-long, your sister who bikes before the sun rises, etc.
16. 8bplus Aj Chalk Bag
This hilarious chalk bag will make your climbing buddy smile every time they use it. Plus, there are a bunch more kooky faces to choose from (all with fun names and personalities) if AJ isn’t quite your style
19. athleta Brooklyn Ankle Pants
These techy pants work to wick away excess moisture and won’t wrinkle or crease, making them the ideal travel pants for looking good and staying comfy. Trust us, your sister is going to love wearing these on the plane ride back home (and every other day after that).
28. garmin Forerunner 245
Give your running buddy a high-tech GPS watch that can track their pace, heart rate and VO2 Max and can also alert emergency contacts if they run into trouble. They can also use it to track tons of different activities like swimming, biking, hiking, yoga and more.
29. rumpl Original Puffy Recycled Blanket
This cozy blanket packs up into a super compact carrying case and is made from 100-percent post-consumer recycled materials. Plus, it comes in a whole slew of cool colors and patterns, as well as both one- and two-person sizes.
30. patagonia Downdrift Parka
Your wife has been wearing the same old winter coat for the last decade; it’s high time she upgraded to something better. The 600-fill-power recycled down is Patagonia’s warmest offering, and the outer layer is also coated with a water-repellent finish for even more protection against the elements.
32. secrets Of The National Parks By National Geographic
Help your BFF plan her next big adventure with this book on little-known aspects of the national parks.