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I am in need of replacing some gear, with a tent being priority one. Based on past experiences, I prefer the smaller, independent gear makers. Are there any really good deals to be had around the holidays ??. Again I prefer the "little guy" but have purchased from REI, Backcountry, etc as well. Thanks in advance.
Slo-go'en
11-18-2017, 12:00
Because the "little guy" does not produce in volume and typically have small profit margins, it's not likely you will find any of their stuff at a really good deal.
zPacks and Enlightened Equipment both have sales on right now. I have gear from both of them - very high quality American made products. The cottage gear makers typically don't have sales except around the holiday season.
Water Rat
11-18-2017, 14:13
Currently on sale through the 27th...
Zpacks = $25 off orders $400 and more, $100 off orders $1000 and more
Enlightened Equipment = 15% off on the shelf Revelations, 10% off everything else
Gossamer Gear = 10-40% off
EMS, REI and most other outdoor stores have deals going on. This is the time of year to find the best deals until next spring (when online stores are looking to dump the last of last year's inventory). Amazon also has lots of odds and ends on sale right around now. If anyone is looking for a battery pack for their electronics, this is the time of year to find the deals.
Pastor Bryon
11-18-2017, 14:23
If I didn't already have too many, I would absolutely buy a pack or 2 from Gossamer Gear right now. The price on the Gorilla is a great deal, IMO.
Which Way
11-18-2017, 22:01
I have purchased a lot from Moosejaw and Backcountry. I got our BA Copper Spur UL3 from Backcountry Edge- Reg. $499, I got it for $373!. Moosejaw has about 35% off a lot of their stuff, and I ordered a quilt from Enlightened Equipment for 10% off.
rocketsocks
11-18-2017, 22:15
Picked up a nice long long handled spoon from my local Asian supermarket, decent size bowl on it, high polish finish, didn’t cost $15 dollars for spaceship titanium...even has shamrocks and 4 leaf clovers on it, and it came with a matching set of clip sticks. Shot score!
Picked up a nice long long handled spoon from my local Asian supermarket, decent size bowl on it, high polish finish, didn’t cost $15 dollars for spaceship titanium...even has shamrocks and 4 leaf clovers on it, and it came with a matching set of clip sticks. Shot score!
yes, you saved some coin...but what about the cost of your time? Since it's not titanium how much time will you spend drilling holes in it? You failed to include that in your calculations. Opportunity cost.;):)
Lightheart gear has a sale on their tents as well, might want to check them out.
Spoon? The UL thing to do is to buy a Deuce of Spades trowel and use it also as a spoon - dual use.
But seriously, Deuce of Spades is a nice piece of gear - I got a cheap one and sometimes they have sales. You can buy a specifically U.S. made one too http://thetentlab.com/Deuce/orderDeuce.html. Good stocking stuffer for a hiker.
rocketsocks
11-19-2017, 11:23
yes, you saved some coin...but what about the cost of your time? Since it's not titanium how much time will you spend drilling holes in it? You failed to include that in your calculations. Opportunity cost.;):)
Nah, I’m done playing the “cut the handle” off the tooth brush game, my back hurts anyway, so what’s the difference?...about three ibuprofen.
rocketsocks
11-19-2017, 11:35
The 4 leaf clovers sealed the deal, I love me new lucky spoon!
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Sarcasm the elf
11-19-2017, 13:53
Lightheartgear.com is offering 10% and some earlybird 20% off discounts.
EMS has black friday deals including 40% off their down jackets:
https://www.ems.com/f/cms-full-width/ems-featherpack.html?ab=20171117_SaleLP_Apparel_
hikeandbike5
11-19-2017, 15:03
Because the "little guy" does not produce in volume and typically have small profit margins, it's not likely you will find any of their stuff at a really good deal.
couldn't be further from the truth.
here is a nearly exhaustive list of a bunch of gear sales: https://www.reddit.com/r/Ultralight/comments/7be4jj/black_friday_sale_post/?ref=share&ref_source=link
couldn't be further from the truth.
here is a nearly exhaustive list of a bunch of gear sales: https://www.reddit.com/r/Ultralight/comments/7be4jj/black_friday_sale_post/?ref=share&ref_source=link
oh thank you!!!!! One vendor that I had hoped to buy from made the list. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. You just sent me trail magic on the interwebs. Did I say thank you?
HooKooDooKu
11-20-2017, 21:16
Based on past purchases, I'd say the best time to look for discounts is between Christmas and Easter.
rocketsocks
11-20-2017, 21:53
Based on past purchases, I'd say the best time to look for discounts is between Christmas and Easter.presidents weekend sale is usually a good bet.
couldn't be further from the truth.
here is a nearly exhaustive list of a bunch of gear sales: https://www.reddit.com/r/Ultralight/comments/7be4jj/black_friday_sale_post/?ref=share&ref_source=link
Thank you again. Just ordered a tarptent just like my old one which has been retired after many years and miles.
jjozgrunt
11-23-2017, 16:59
Source water equipment is 20% off everything and on their facebook page on Friday they are going to list some 60% off items. https://www.facebook.com/SourceOutdoor/
Game Warden
12-02-2017, 22:39
I just ordered a Timberline Eureka from Sunnysports for $136, including shipping, to replace the one I've been using since 1981. That's $50 less than Amazon or Campmor. Sierra Trading Post and Backcountry.com are also good sites.
Travel country is having a pretty good sale for tents if anyone else is looking. They are my local(est) outfitter. https://www.travelcountry.com/shop/backpacking-hiking-gear/backpacking-tents