40 Best REI Sale Finds From Yeti, Stanley, and More

I get it — enjoying the outdoors isn’t always top-of-mind in the winter. But when you live in the mountains, as I do, you learn to embrace getting outside during every season. This means my outdoor kitchen needs to be ready at all times.

Even if you don’t live in the mountains, the camping off-season is one of the best times to buy name-brand gear for less. REI’s current camping sale includes Yeti wheeled coolers with all-terrain wheels for snow; insulated Stanley coffee mugs, the editor-loved Yeti French press, and a Le Creuset cast iron pan designed for the outdoors (though it’s selling out fast). Come summer, I’ll be all decked out and ready to go, and you can be, too — keep scrolling to refresh your camping gear with deals on drinkware, camp cookware, coolers, camp stoves and fire pits, and outdoor coffee tools, starting at $7.

Best REI Deals Overall

• Keeps Coffee at Temp and Tasty for Hours: Yeti Rambler 34-Ounce French Press, $89, originally $110 
• Stanley Everyday 12-Ounce Camp Mug, $18, originally $25
• Holds 36 Cans: Yeti Hopper M20 2.0 Backpack Soft Cooler, $260, originally $325 
• GSI Outdoors Selkirk Butane Camp Stove, $75, originally $100 
• $3.50 Apiece: Stanley Wildfare Core Stacking Bowls, Pack of 2, $7, originally $10 
• MSR WindBurner Stove System, $120, originally $200
• Hurry, Inventory’s Low: Le Creuset Alpine 10-Inch Outdoor Enameled Cast Iron Skillet, $120, originally $160
• GreenPan 3-Piece Knife and Board Set, $37, originally $50
• Lodge Cast Iron Cook-It-All, $104, originally $140 
• The Best Yeti Tumbler: Yeti Rambler 42-Ounce Straw Mug,  $31, originally $45 

REI’s sales on brand-name items tend to come and go; that’s why I’m grabbing items like this do-it-all Lodge cast iron piece, which can grill, griddle, sauté, and bake — I’ve never seen anything like it. Plus, there are deals on a capacious Yeti cooler, an insulated Stanley mug, a powerful camp stove, and Le Creuset’s Alpine cast iron skillet, which is being discontinued and selling fast.

Best REI Drinkware Deals

Insulated water bottles and drink tumblers will serve you year-round. After testing, we named this 24-ounce Hydro Flask our favorite bottle with a straw. It’s dishwasher-safe and stands up to damage, a necessary feature if you’re taking it camping or hiking. I also spotted a set of Yeti shot glasses, complete with a case, that I plan to give to my husband for Valentine’s Day so he’ll be outfitted for backyard barbecues come summer. 

• Yeti Rambler 42-Ounce Straw Mug, $31, originally $45 
• Stanley IceFlow AeroLight 2.0 Vacuum Water Bottle with Flip Straw Lid, $21, originally $35
• LifeStraw Go Series BPA-Free Water Filter Bottle, $33, originally $45
• CamelBak Thrive 20-Ounce Insulated Tumbler, $22, originally $30
• Hydro Flask 24-Ounce Wide-Mouth Vacuum Water Bottle with Flex Straw Cap, $30, originally $40
• CamelBak Straw Set Multi-Pack, Set of 5, $8, originally $12
• Yeti Shot Glasses with Carrying Case, $40, originally $50
• Hydro Flask Wine Tumbler, $22, originally $30
• Yeti Rambler 30-Ounce Stackable Cup with MagSlider Lid, $21, originally $35

Yeti Rambler 42-Ounce Straw Mug 

Yeti’s version of the straw tumbler has long been compared to the classic Stanley, but I think it outperforms Stanley’s by a mile. This mug is shorter, less top-heavy, and fits in most car cupholders. Also, Yeti’s uni-bodied lid is far easier to clean than flip-straw options, and the 18/8 stainless steel just feels more durable. We think that the Rambler tumblers with a handle and the straw lid are the very best Yeti tumblers sold.

Hydro Flask Wine Tumbler

I can’t stand drinking wine from plastic, even though I worry about breaking my nice wine glasses when sipping in my backyard. That’s where Hydro Flask’s wine tumbler comes in handy. Similar to a stemless wine glass, this stainless steel tumbler has a wide mouth that is easy to fill and a no-tip design. Back that up with a leakproof lid, and these tumblers are après-ski-ready.

Best REI Camp Cookware and Camp Kitchen Gear

I’ve never seen this Lodge cast iron cook-it-all before; it’s a pan, a Dutch oven, and a grill all in one. I’m definitely scoring this for nearly $40 off, as well as this roll-top kitchen for 40% off. For ingredient prep, I found an Opinel cheese knife duo and a GreenPan knife and cutting board set; for cleaning up, there’s a dish-drying station on sale for only $18. These pieces would all work perfectly on my patio, too — I may never cook inside again!

• Lodge Cast Iron Cook-It-All, $104, originally $140 
• Mountain Summit Gear Deluxe Roll-Top Kitchen, $90, originally $150 
• Sea to Summit Frontier Ultralight 2-Pot Cookset, $160, originally $229 
• Stanley Wildfare Core Stacking Bowls, Pack of 2, $7, originally $10 
• Le Creuset Alpine 10-Inch Outdoor Enameled Cast Iron Skillet, $120, originally $160
• Sea to Summit Frontier Ultralight Collapsible 6-Piece Dinnerware Set, $77, originally $110
• Adventure Ready Roll-Up Dish Drying Station, $18, originally $25
• GreenPan 3-Piece Knife and Board Set, $37, originally $50
• Opinel Cheese Knife and Fork Set, $43, originally $58

Le Creuset Alpine 10-Inch Outdoor Enameled Cast Iron Skillet

I immediately placed this cast iron skillet in my shopping cart once I realized it offered 3-in-1 capabilities. I’ll use it to sauté, stir-fry, and grill. Designed for the outdoors, this Le Creuset pan will surely last a lifetime, but it won’t be available for long — it’s being discontinued, and it’s selling so quickly that inventory is already low.

Stanley Wildfare Core Stacking Bowls, Pack of 2

Stanley’s BPA-free stacking bowls have a minimalist design for those looking to serve hearty meals on the go. They nest inside of each other, making them a compact addition to your camp kitchen, and are dishwasher-safe to boot.

Best REI Cooler Deals

You need a cooler in winter, as liquid beverages will freeze when left in the car. Right now, the coveted Yeti backpack cooler is 20% off, and an Igloo classic is only $30 — even if you’re not using a cooler this winter, you’ll be glad to have one of these for that spring trip to the desert or a summer camping trip in the mountains.

• Stanley The All Day Julienne Midi Cooler, $105, originally $140  
• Yeti Roadie 48 Wheeled Cooler, $340, originally $425 
• Igloo Latitude 52 Cooler, $30, originally $40  
• Dometic Recon 16-Liter Cooler, $168, originally $225 
• Yeti Hopper M20 2.0 Backpack Soft Cooler, $260, originally $325 
• Yeti Daytrip Lunch Bag, $64, originally $80
• REI Co-op Cool Trail Pack Cooler, $70, originally $100

Stanley The All Day Julienne Midi Cooler

This Stanley cooler is just as fashionable as your favorite everyday tote. It fits 20 cans and features a doctor-bag hinge for easy access to the contents. A zippered front pocket holds valuables, and the luggage pass-through makes it convenient to travel with. This bag doubles as a grocery bag, too. 

Yeti Hopper M20 2.0 Backpack Soft Cooler

You can swing this Yeti soft cooler onto your back when heading to an outdoor concert. It surprisingly holds 36 cans or 22 pounds of ice, should you be up for a backpacking challenge. It features a magnetic fold-top closure, leakproof welded seams, and a hitchpoint grid to clip accessories for easy access. If you prefer a non-backpack style, our very favorite soft cooler, the Yeti Hopper Flip 18, is also on sale, as are many other Yeti coolers like the Hopper Flip 12, Hopper M12, and Hopper M30.

Best REI Camp Stove and Fire Pit Deals

When it comes to cooking and chilling by the fire, a good camp stove or fire pit will set you up for success. Right now, REI is offering a GSI 2-burner stove that “works great,” according to one shopper who’s owned it for more than four years and uses it for camping and emergency cooking when the power goes out. If you’re more of a backpacker, grab this compact MSR stove for 40% off. The Alps mesh fire pit will pinch-hit in the absence of a fire ring or when fire danger is questionable.

• GSI Outdoors Selkirk Butane Camp Stove, $75, originally $100 
• MSR WindBurner Stove System, $120, originally $200 
• GSI Outdoors Selkirk 540+ Camp Stove, $135, originally $179 
• Alps Mountaineering Spark Fire Pit, $150, originally $200 
• Ignik Gas Growler, $60, originally $80
• Jetboil MiniMo Cooking System, $108, originally $180
• Soto Regulator Stove, $45, originally $60
• Fireside Outdoor Pop-Up Fire Pit, $90, originally $120

MSR WindBurner Stove System

MSR’s lightweight stove has a big following in the backpacking world, but it also works great for car camping, solo camping, and tailgating, too. It boils 1 liter of water in minutes flat and excels in windy conditions. This compact camp stove is more fuel-efficient than conventional models and comes with its own pot, making it a great choice for a quick cup of coffee or a bowl of ramen.

Alps Mountaineering Spark Fire Pit

Have you ever tried to light a fire without a designated fire pit? I sure have, and it takes a lot more effort than simply lighting a match. That’s where this nifty device comes in handy. Alps Mountaineering’s portable fire pit sets up easily and features an elevated stainless mesh “pit” in which to build your fire. This design offers the perfect amount of oxygen to retain coals and dissipates heat rapidly for quick cleanup. 

Best REI Coffee Gear

Nothing beats a steaming cup of hot coffee enjoyed outdoors, but to produce a tasty brew, you need the right equipment. Yeti’s French press changed the way one of our writers enjoys his coffee — it holds a temperature of 140°F after four hours and maintains a pleasant taste, with no bitterness to be found. To go with your new insulated French press, grab a pair of stackable Yeti coffee mugs, also discounted at REI. 

• Stanley Classic 48-Ounce Vacuum French Press, $52, originally $70 
• Sea to Summit Frontier Ultralight Collapsible Kettle, $51, originally $73 
• GSI Outdoors Commuter JavaPress French Press, $30, originally $40 
• Yeti Rambler 34-Ounce French Press, $89, originally $110 
• Yeti Rambler 6-Ounce Stackable Mugs, Set of 2, $28, originally $35
• Stanley Everyday 12-Ounce Camp Mug, $18, originally $25
• AeroPress Organizer Stand, $90, originally $120

Stanley Classic 48-Ounce Vacuum French Press 

Similar to the Yeti version, Stanley’s French press has double-walled insulation and an insulated lid that keeps the contents hot. It also features a dishwasher-safe filter for easy clean-up and an ergonomic handle for smooth pouring. At 25% off, it’s a little cheaper than Yeti’s option.

Sea to Summit Frontier Ultralight Collapsible Kettle 

This ingenious tea kettle packs down to almost nothing, making it a worthy camp kitchen choice. Its anodized aluminum base heats evenly, and the food-grade silicone rubber body folds like an accordion for storage. Take off the lid, and this kettle doubles as a small cookpot. It comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

Camping and tailgating season will be here before we know it, so I’m taking the opportunity to stock up on gear at REI’s January sale. In the meantime, I’ll use my new purchases to enjoy sunny snow days outside, whether it’s gathering with friends or heading out on a backcountry ski.