{"id":8803,"date":"2026-03-17T22:05:34","date_gmt":"2026-03-17T22:05:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/?p=8803"},"modified":"2026-03-17T22:05:34","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T22:05:34","slug":"7-rei-member-days-sale-picks-according-to-a-gear-director","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/?p=8803","title":{"rendered":"7 REI Member Days Sale Picks, According to a Gear Director"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"justify-start\">\n<nav class=\"align-left col-span-full mb-base\" data-pom-e2e-test-id=\"breadcrumbs\"\/>\n<p>The year\u2019s best member-exclusive discount is finally here.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div><\/p>\n<p class=\"fp-leadCaption py-tight text-left font-utility text-utility3-size leading-utility3-line-height text-secondary\"> (Photo: REI\/Canva)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-body\">\n<p>Published March 17, 2026 03:28AM<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"4\">Spring is, allegedly, here. As a Chicagoan staring at fresh overnight snow, I\u2019m skeptical\u2014but the <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-afl-p=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2850304\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2F\"><b data-path-to-node=\"10,0\" data-index-in-node=\"96\">REI Member Days Sale<\/b><\/a> is the only proof I need that warmer days are coming.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5\">Usually, March is too early for spring and summer gear deals, but through <b data-path-to-node=\"10,1\" data-index-in-node=\"56\">March 23<\/b>, REI Members can take <b data-path-to-node=\"10,1\" data-index-in-node=\"87\">20% off<\/b> the big-ticket items that actually get us excited for warm weather. Use code <b data-path-to-node=\"10,1\" data-index-in-node=\"166\">MEMBER26<\/b> at checkout to snag:<\/p>\n<p>Not a member?No big deal\u2014<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-afl-p=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2850304\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fmembership\">join once for $30<\/a> to enjoy membership benefits for life (like an annual 10% co-op membership reward, free U.S. standard shipping, a one-year return window, and regular exclusive member discounts and savings).<\/p>\n<p>While you could use this one-time-only discount on winter boots and baselayers, I\u2019m using mine to gear up for park picnics and open-water adventures. Here are the seven items I\u2019m eyeing to make sure I\u2019m ready for spring the second this snow finally melts.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/p>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Kelty Low Loveseat<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2735306\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Kelty Low Lovesat Camp Chair in teal and olive green\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1350\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2735306\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/kelty-low-loveseat.png?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/kelty-low-loveseat.png?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: REI)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"3\">I love nothing more than an outdoor nap, but the logistics usually fail me. My patio furniture tends toward rigid and unforgiving. A towel on the beach? Too much sand, ew. The Kelty Low Loveseat is the solution to my horizontal aspirations. It\u2019s a low-profile camp chair with a perfectly reclined pitch and a roll-and-go storage system that includes built-in shoulder straps for easy toting. While it could, theoretically, fit both me and my partner, I\u2019ll be claiming the entire double-wide footprint for myself the second we hit the grass.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"3\"><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-afl-p=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2850304\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fs%2Fall-coupon-eligible-items%3Fir%3Dcollection%253Aall-coupon-eligible-items%26pagesize%3D90%26r%3Dcategory%253Acamping-and-hiking%257Ccamp-furniture\">Shop more camp furniture on sale.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Merrell Agility Peak 6 Trail-Running Shoes<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2735307\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Merrell Peak Agility 6 trail running shoe in blue and mint green\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1350\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2735307\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/merrell-peak-agility-6-trail-running-shoe.png?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/merrell-peak-agility-6-trail-running-shoe.png?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: REI)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"3\">I trialed these new releases last month on the trails of Elysian Park, and I walked away thoroughly impressed. They offer moderate cushioning with noticeably better stability than the <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-afl-p=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2850304\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2FC00929%2Fmerrell-agility-peak-5-trail-running-shoes-womens\">Agility Peak 5<\/a>, making them a prime candidate for my \u201croad-to-trail\u201d rotation this summer. They are bouncy enough to keep my joints happy on the concrete jungle approach, yet technical enough to protect my ankles from rolling once the terrain gets rocky.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"3\">Shop more <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-afl-p=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2850304\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fs%2Fall-coupon-eligible-items%3Fir%3Dcollection%253Aall-coupon-eligible-items%26pagesize%3D90%26r%3Dcategory%253Arunning%257Crunning-shoes%257Ctrail-running-shoes\">trail running shoes on sale<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>YETI Hopper M12 Backpack Soft Cooler<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2735311\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"yeti soft hopper backpack cooler M12\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1350\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2735311\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/yeti-m12-hopper-backpack.png?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/yeti-m12-hopper-backpack.png?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: REI)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"3\">Since I usually have a leash in one hand and a distracted pup in front of me, I\u2019m a hands-free devotee\u2014give me a crossbody, a fanny pack, or a backpack over a tote any day. When I finally get to take my girl for an extended park hang, I\u2019ll be wearing this YETI soft cooler backpack. It\u2019s built for the essentials: sparkling sodas for me, fresh water for her, and a full bark-cuterie board for the both of us. Plus, it\u2019s rugged enough to survive being knocked over by an over-excited tail wag.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"3\"><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-afl-p=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2850304\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fsearch%3Fq%3Dyeti%26ir%3Dq%253Ayeti%26pagesize%3D90%26r%3Dmember-offers%253AMEMBER26%2Bcoupon%2Beligible%2Bfull-price%2Bitems%253Bbrand%253Ayeti\">Shop more YETI on sale.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Patagonia Black Hole Duffel 70 L<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2735308\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"patagonia 70L black hole duffel bag\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1350\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2735308\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/patagonia-black-hole.png?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/patagonia-black-hole.png?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: REI)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"3\">A perennial favorite in our guide to the best duffel bags, the Patagonia Black Hole 70L is what I lovingly refer to as a \u201cbody bag.\u201d Yes, I could conceivably fit inside it\u2014but more importantly, it\u2019s virtually indestructible. The recycled TPU-film laminate is essentially bombproof, engineered to survive everything from a hostile baggage claim carousel to being the central Jenga piece in a trunk full of heavy luggage. It\u2019s weather-resistant and rugged, and it\u2019s one of those \u201cbuy it for life\u201d pieces that will eventually become a legendary part of your gear kit. If you have a spring excursion planned and you\u2019ve been waiting for a reason to invest in the gold standard of duffels, this is your sign.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"3\"><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-afl-p=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2850304\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fs%2Fall-coupon-eligible-items%3Fir%3Dcollection%253Aall-coupon-eligible-items%26pagesize%3D90%26r%3Dcategory%253Atravel-gear\">Shop more travel gear on sale.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>XTRATUF 6\u2033 Ankle Deck Boots<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2735310\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"XTRATUF 6\u2033 Ankle Deck Boots in burgundy red\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1350\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2735310\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/xtratuf-ankle-boots.png?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/xtratuf-ankle-boots.png?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: REI)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"4\">Spring in Chicago is officially slop season, and I wouldn\u2019t dare ruin my favorite sneakers on my thrice-daily dog walks. Enter: the XTRATUF 6\u2033 Ankle Deck Boots. Originally designed for commercial anglers who need a death grip on a slick boat deck, these are basically jacked-up rainboots. They\u2019re 100% waterproof and slip-resistant, offering way more utility than your average wellies. With no laces to tie, I can literally step into them and step out the door. The colors are pure joy\u2014I\u2019m eyeing the <b data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"219\">hot pink<\/b> for a much-needed pop of spring color against the gray Chicago slush.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"4\"><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-afl-p=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2850304\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fs%2Fall-coupon-eligible-items%3Fir%3Dcollection%253Aall-coupon-eligible-items%26pagesize%3D90%26r%3Dcategory%253Afootwear%257Cboots\">Shop more boots on sale.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Cotopaxi Allpa 35 L Travel Pack<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2735305\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Cotopaxi Allpa 35L travel pack in Blue Spruce\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1350\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2735305\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cotopaxi-allpa-35L-travel-pack.png?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cotopaxi-allpa-35L-travel-pack.png?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: REI)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"3\">My drab black backpack has seen better days, and frankly, it\u2019s a bit too \u201cwinter warrior\u201d for the upcoming season; the fresh-air feeling of spring deserves something sunnier. This 35L travel backpack is the ultimate weekend bag: it meets airline carry-on requirements while featuring suitcase-style organization that makes packing (and repacking) a breeze. I\u2019m eyeing the Blue Spruce colorway\u2014it\u2019s bright enough to stand out on a luggage rack, but demure enough that I don\u2019t have to shield my eyes while looking at it.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"3\"><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-afl-p=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2850304\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fs%2Fall-coupon-eligible-items%3Fir%3Dcollection%253Aall-coupon-eligible-items%26pagesize%3D90%26r%3Dcategory%253Atravel-gear%257Cday-bags-and-packs\">Shop more day packs on sale.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Teva Original Universal Sandals<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2735309\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Teva Original Universal Sandals\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1350\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2735309\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/teva-universal-sandal.png?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/teva-universal-sandal.png?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: REI)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"3\">I\u2019ve kept a pair of Tevas sandals in my rotation since my first river rafting trip in the early 2010s. More than a decade later, they\u2019re still my go-to for any water adventure\u2014from lazy beach days on Lake Michigan to more hard-core, amphibious treks. In the city, I wear them as part of my casual spring-and-summer uniform. There\u2019s something about those iconic, bright primary colors that instantly perks up an outfit (and occasionally, my mood).<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"3\"><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-afl-p=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2850304\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fs%2Fall-coupon-eligible-items%3Fir%3Dcollection%253Aall-coupon-eligible-items%26pagesize%3D90%26r%3Dcategory%253Afootwear%257Csandals\">Shop more sandals on sale.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.outsideonline.com\/outdoor-gear\/gear-news\/rei-member-days-sale-2026\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The year\u2019s best member-exclusive discount is finally here. (Photo: REI\/Canva) Published March 17, 2026 03:28AM Spring is, allegedly, here. As a Chicagoan staring at fresh overnight snow, I\u2019m skeptical\u2014but the REI Member Days Sale is the only proof I need that warmer days are coming. Usually, March is too early for spring and summer gear<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":8804,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[35],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-8803","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-wild-living"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8803","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=8803"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8803\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/8804"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=8803"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=8803"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=8803"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}