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I can no longer live in denial: summer is over, and cold weather is approaching. And somehow, I still don’t own a pair of snow boots. If you’ve also found yourself in this scenario – or are in need of winter gear or want to upgrade your hiking attire, October is a great month to find a deal.
The outdoor retailer Backcountry is offering 20% off on full-price items for members – it’s free to sign up and thankfully doesn’t require a phone number or credit card to join. The sale ends tonight, but please don’t send me angry emails if it gets extended. As Prime Day approaches , anything can happen .
We sorted through the hundreds of winter boots , jackets and outdoor gear we’ve tested and recommended to share the 12 items we would grab before it’s over. The best Backcountry deals at a glance Nike ACG Ultrafly Trail Running Shoes $208 (was $260) Cotopaxi Fuego Max Down Hooded Jacket $280 (was $350) The North Face Shellista VI Mid Waterproof Boots $140 (was $175) The best Backcountry deals ending tonight (allegedly!) Cotopaxi Fuego Max Down Hooded Jacket A leader of a hiking group recommended this winter jacket when we asked outdoorsy folks for their favorites. It is usually over $300, but is currently $70 off. (For an extra good deal, the grey color is over $150 off.) $280 Columbia Hikebound II Jacket “The Hikebound II nails that trail-to-town vibe,” said contributor Heather Balogh Rochfort after testing 14 models.
Now, it’s 20% off as part of Backcountry’s sale. $72 North Face Thermoball Traction Booties This simple slip-on pair of winter boots came recommended by a meteorologist for their balance of grip and comfortable feel. $60 Nike ACG Ultrafly Trail Running Shoes We love these sneakers for their “propensity for rocket-like speed, which often had me going faster than the pace I was aiming for,” wrote Filter contributor Paige Triola after testing 15 women’s running sneakers. $208 Petzl Tikkina Headlamp This headlamp made our list of the best outdoor items made by brands offering free repairs. $16 Osprey Daylite Packing Cube Set We named this budget friendly packing cube set as best for backpacks after testing 26. At 20%, you can save on a practical item for your upcoming holiday travels. $29 Osprey Daylite Backpack Triola, our outdoorsy contributor, recommended this backpack in last year’s holiday gift guide for skiers and snowboarders. If you foresee a ski trip in your future, you can buy this while it is $20 off. $88 Dogma Pants (women’s) Another one of Triola’s outdoor friendly favorites are these pants, which she calls “trendy and tough as nails”. $103 The North Face Shellista VI Mid Waterproof Boots “They keep my feet dry, the tread is great on ice and they’re super comfortable.
The only hazard to be mindful of: the inner clasps for the shoelaces can sometimes hook together while walking,” a travel photographer told us in last season’s roundup of the best winter boots. $140 Merrell Thermo Chill 2 Mid Waterproof Boots These waterproof, insulated boots are now 20%, and they make a great companion for your chilly hikes. $120 Sorel Caribou Waterproof Insulated Boots Another one of our favorite men’s winter boots came recommended by a former project manager for Antarctica New Zealand’s Scott Base redevelopment project. If you’re bracing for the upcoming winter’s frigid temperatures, grab these now for 20% off. $200 Other pieces you might enjoy from the Filter , the Guardian’s guide to buying fewer, better things: The best winter jackets and winter boots for men in the US The best winter jackets and winter boots for women in the US I tested 12 hiking daypacks on trails in Colorado and Peru. These five were the best Explore the Filter
Source: The Guardian
