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floyd242
01-07-2009, 23:47
I heard the REI super clearance was starting this Friday which is earlier than usual. Just an FYI...
BTW can anyone confirm?
Tell me more about this REI super clearance....
floyd242
01-08-2009, 00:01
They have it twice a year, summer/winter. It's usually around President's day. They have a clearance first for a couple of weeks then they mark everything that didn't sell 50% off the clearance price (super clearance). Basically anything in the store or on the website that has a price that ends in .83 will be 50% off. My whole wardrobe is basically REI super clearance stuff at this point :)
Confirmed! I got a flyer in the mail a couple of days ago. It's called the "Winter Clearance Sale" not to be confused with the "Holiday Clearance Sale" going on right now! :rolleyes: I think the sale starting Friday is broader in scope of products and steeper discounts than the current one. Keep in mind (my experience) that if you have the luxury of a store near you, I have always found items on sale locally that are not listed online. I think that's because local store managers have some freedom to try and reduce their own excess inventory.
floyd242
01-08-2009, 00:21
Yeah you can go scope out the store early... anything ending in .83 will be 50% off :)
skinewmexico
01-08-2009, 01:16
Crap, now everyone will know!
Johnny Thunder
01-08-2009, 02:08
Is there a code to enter during checkout online? I moved and don't receive my REI mail.
hikergirl1120
01-08-2009, 08:25
No code, it's automatic if you are a memeber
do you have to be a member to get the sale price?
hikergirl1120
01-08-2009, 10:29
no but you have to be a memeber to get the additional clearance.
Cabin Fever
01-08-2009, 10:41
I don't think you have to be a member on some sales, but a lot promotions are members only. It's $20 for a lifetime membership. It's a no brainer. I have saved hundreds being a member.
hikergirl1120
01-08-2009, 11:07
Yea and at the end of every year you get a check for 10% of everything that you buy at full price. I don't buy much at full price but it's still a nice benefit of being a member.
Not to mention the "garage" sales...
Yea and at the end of every year you get a check for 10% of everything that you buy at full price. If you're lucky, you can help out someone at the store who doesn't have a membership and let them use yours. I let a guy use my card to buy a canoe for him and his son, so I'll get the dividend back on the $800 he spent. :D:banana
I wish every year that I would save my dividend check I get for these kinda sales but I never can.
I couldn't either - needed something for an upcoming trip and had a gift card. What I don't remember being able to do before was to use the dividend before getting the mailer, which I just did a couple of days ago. Maybe that's been a hidden feature, or maybe it's just new and undocumented since they re-did their web site mid-last year.
Alligator
01-08-2009, 11:44
I couldn't either - needed something for an upcoming trip and had a gift card. What I don't remember being able to do before was to use the dividend before getting the mailer, which I just did a couple of days ago. Maybe that's been a hidden feature, or maybe it's just new and undocumented since they re-did their web site mid-last year.You're saying you used your '08 dividend? Are there any restrictions on that(like only for this sale)? This is the first year that I have a larger dividend and when I checked the REI site it said dividends were mailed out in March, so I was disappointed as I was thinking of spending it now.
Cabin Fever
01-08-2009, 11:49
I think 2008 dividends will be issued in March. Once they are issued, they will start asking if you want to use it when at the store or online. At least, that has been my experience.
You're saying you used your '08 dividend? Are there any restrictions on that(like only for this sale)? This is the first year that I have a larger dividend and when I checked the REI site it said dividends were mailed out in March, so I was disappointed as I was thinking of spending it now.
YES I used my '08 dividend, actually before the sale, but in calendar '09, online. During check out there was a click box or something about using your dividend and I clicked it, thinking it would tell me "go to hell, you already spent it you dummy" but instead it took off a new amount from my order! I never saw this before which is why I'm thinking it's a new hidden feature.
ki0eh I wonder if you can go to the store and see what your dividend was in 2008 and if you can I wonder if you could use it now? I will have to check into it. Sorry ansewerd my own question.
Johnny Thunder
01-08-2009, 14:07
I think that the discounts are already in effect. I spent a few minutes last night adding sale items to my cart and found that their price had dropped more than half over night. Anyone else see this?
I don't know about what might happen with the dividend in stores before getting the mailer, we don't have those stores here in the so-called Pennsyltucky "red T."
I think that the discounts are already in effect. I spent a few minutes last night adding sale items to my cart and found that their price had dropped more than half over night. Anyone else see this?
yep, it looks like the sale has started early.
Cabin Fever
01-08-2009, 14:37
I keep adding stuff to my cart. I cannot stop myself!
Bulldawg
01-08-2009, 14:44
So right now I am looking at this item it is **.83 right now, in my cart......is it going to get even cheaper tomorrow?
So right now I am looking at this item it is **.83 right now, in my cart......is it going to get even cheaper tomorrow?
Yup. Half off. Get it tomorrow.
skinewmexico
01-08-2009, 14:49
They are already half off.
REI Quick UL 45 Pack (http://www.rei.com/product/747515)
Reduced to: $34.83
Originally: $99.00
So you're saying this will be $17 tomorrow?
floyd242
01-08-2009, 14:51
No the online prices already started this morning. Everything at .83 is as cheap as it's going to get. I've already spent $200 :rolleyes:
skinewmexico
01-08-2009, 14:51
Let me re-phrase that. The things I looked at are half off of the sales price today. I think they started early.
Bulldawg
01-08-2009, 14:53
Yup. Half off. Get it tomorrow.
Send me an email reminder tomorrow.
The $9 sigg bottles, $35 backpack, and $109 marmot tent are all somewhat tempting, but I'm going to pass. Have fun :)
Bulldawg
01-08-2009, 15:00
Well, it is getting any cheaper tomorrow or what?
floyd242
01-08-2009, 15:00
http://www.rei.com/search?query=hydrolite&button.x=0&button.y=0
some cheap stuff sacks, don't know how good they are though.
floyd242
01-08-2009, 15:01
It is NOT getting cheaper online than it is RIGHT NOW. :)
I would call to confirm. Things marked $xx.83 today could go away tomorrow. I know you'd hate that, so call to be sure. I am guessing that they started early with the $xx.93 being the Holiday Clearance stuff, and the $xx.83 being the upcoming Winter Clearance, but don't take a chance . . . call 'em! ;)
skinewmexico
01-08-2009, 15:02
REI Quick UL 45 Pack (http://www.rei.com/product/747515)
Reduced to: $34.83
Originally: $99.00
So you're saying this will be $17 tomorrow?
No.
floyd242
01-08-2009, 15:02
the in store sale doesn't start until tomorrow though
Johnny Thunder
01-08-2009, 15:05
I confirmed with online customer service. They are still in the process of marking some gear down on the site...but, for the most part everything is already at the lowest sale price you'll see.
I just ordered a bunch of Backpackers Pantry for 1.83 each.
I just ordered a bunch of Backpackers Pantry for 1.83 each.Good price, but the brand is not near as good as MH. Look at REI's review ratings! I tried it and prefer MH any day.
Wow! Backpacks 60-70% off . . . as low as $20! :D
Good price, but the brand is not near as good as MH. Look at REI's review ratings! I tried it and prefer MH any day.
All due respect to both you guys, but both brands are pure crap. If you want real good food for a decent price get a copy of Sarbar's book on freezer bag cooking and never look back. The MH and BPP meals are pretty much all garbage. Crap versus crap if you ask me.:rolleyes::D
Good price, but the brand is not near as good as MH. Look at REI's review ratings! I tried it and prefer MH any day.
Yeah, I have heard that they are not as good. I was just going to try one and if I don't like them I will just return it. Its a good enough price to give it a shot.
Cabin Fever
01-08-2009, 15:38
I am out $50 now.
All due respect to both you guys, but both brands are pure crap. If you want real good food for a decent price get a copy of Sarbar's book on freezer bag cooking and never look back. The MH and BPP meals are pretty much all garbage. Crap versus crap if you ask me.:rolleyes::DI have tried other people's freezer bag food and I thought it was not as good as MH.
I have tried other people's freezer bag food and I thought it was not as good as MH.
That's cool, I respect your opinon. Before you give up on it though, try some of your own. You just might be surprised at how good it is.
no need to get excited, all the backpacker's pantry meals are now sold out. (at least all the meatless ones)
Bulldawg
01-08-2009, 15:54
Well, I am $68 lighter now. Marmot jacket.
All due respect to both you guys, but both brands are pure crap. If you want real good food for a decent price get a copy of Sarbar's book on freezer bag cooking and never look back. The MH and BPP meals are pretty much all garbage. Crap versus crap if you ask me.:rolleyes::DWon't argue one bit when compared to 'home cookin'. :D I'm not a real finicky eater though, and having done a few of my own freezer bag dishes, I tend to go with MH more often.
Well, I am $68 lighter now. Marmot jacket.
I didn't drop it at REI, but I'm offically $255 lighter now that I finally bought a ULA Catalyst pack. :D:banana
The Solemates
01-08-2009, 16:41
can someone post a link to the super clearance page? i cant find it the mysterious thing...
can someone post a link to the super clearance page? i cant find it the mysterious thing...
Nope, you're on your own. Every person for themself. Just kidding (http://www.rei.com/Sale+and+Clearance). :D
big_muddy
01-08-2009, 16:57
200 weight fleece jackets for $19
also have to highly recommend the Nevis(womens) and Spruce Run (mens) jacket. The sleeves can be zipped off to make a vest, and at $100 off, pretty sweet.
floyd242
01-08-2009, 17:05
Make sure you check the outlet too, some .83 prices there also
skinewmexico
01-08-2009, 17:34
I missed the outlet. I'm also sorry I missed the finger toothbrushes for 3 cents each.
johnnybgood
01-08-2009, 17:49
Let me get this straight... $20 dollars for a lifetime membership and like nothing else to pony up...ever, with dividends for buying what you would have bought some where anyway. I'm gettin' my plastic today.:banana
Bulldawg
01-08-2009, 17:56
Let me get this straight... $20 dollars for a lifetime membership and like nothing else to pony up...ever, with dividends for buying what you would have bought some where anyway. I'm gettin' my plastic today.:banana
It only pays dividends on stuff you buy at regular price. That is the only reason I've never bought in, cause my cheap a$$ only buys if it is on sale.:D:welcome
johnnybgood
01-08-2009, 18:21
Yeah , that I too can appreciate. Thanks for the logic Bulldawg.
skinewmexico
01-08-2009, 18:40
It was only $3, if I remember correctly, when I got my membership in 1973. Of course, that was when REI was still a coop, not the slick cookbook for the two yacht family.
Alligator
01-08-2009, 19:35
YES I used my '08 dividend, actually before the sale, but in calendar '09, online. During check out there was a click box or something about using your dividend and I clicked it, thinking it would tell me "go to hell, you already spent it you dummy" but instead it took off a new amount from my order! I never saw this before which is why I'm thinking it's a new hidden feature.I tried to use my dividend and it did not apply:(. I have a dividend from both an REI card and regular purchases.
Cabin Fever
01-08-2009, 19:54
The first time I set foot in REI I bought enough junk to pay for a card on the spot.
I tried to use my dividend and it did not apply:(. I have a dividend from both an REI card and regular purchases.
Huh, maybe you confused it, or maybe I discovered not only a hidden but an unintentional feature someone quickly disabled. My order page and invoice packed with the merchandise both clearly show "Dividend Applied"... heck, I thought it was too good to be true!
Alligator
01-08-2009, 20:04
Huh, maybe you confused it, or maybe I discovered not only a hidden but an unintentional feature someone quickly disabled. My order page and invoice packed with the merchandise both clearly show "Dividend Applied"... heck, I thought it was too good to be true!I'm going to give it another try. I have a username there I will try to check out as a guest check out. I'll report back.
floyd242
01-08-2009, 20:22
Huh, maybe you confused it, or maybe I discovered not only a hidden but an unintentional feature someone quickly disabled. My order page and invoice packed with the merchandise both clearly show "Dividend Applied"... heck, I thought it was too good to be true!
Are you sure that wasn't the dividend you got last year? That checkbox has always been there and it didn't work for me this time. I don't think the dividends have been given out yet... I haven't got the packet in the mail yet and it usually comes early.
Dont trip over each other getting in there!
Alligator
01-08-2009, 20:38
I'm going to give it another try. I have a username there I will try to check out as a guest check out. I'll report back.Nope, no good. I even called. The service agent said that dividend notices should go out the last week of Jan and can be used in Feb:(. So ki0eh either got lucky or forgot about some $.
Dont trip over each other getting in there!Some great prices:)!
Wise Old Owl
01-08-2009, 20:44
Dividends? haven't seen one, best to to log in with a membership and stuff starts to happen. Call them, Customer Service on the phone is awesome.
buzzamania
01-08-2009, 21:31
i'm seeing rei mummy bags for 24.99 already. sheesh
Let me get this straight... $20 dollars for a lifetime membership and like nothing else to pony up...ever, with dividends for buying what you would have bought some where anyway. I'm gettin' my plastic today.:banana
....and if you get their REI credit card, you get an additional refund on purchases in the store, and 1% back on everything you put on the credit card. I use it at the grocery store, all my online purchases, paying bills online....(just don't keep a balance, 'cause the rate ain't that great!)
whoo-hooo!
TrippinBTM
01-08-2009, 22:33
I think I lucked out super big time! I was there a couple days ago and found all these things on clearance, I probably saved over 100 bucks!
I just hope I didn't screw myself by buying my stuff too early. If I stupidly missed the big sale, I'm gonna kick myself.... But everything did seem about half off. Oh well.
200 weight fleece jackets for $19
also have to highly recommend the Nevis(womens) and Spruce Run (mens) jacket. The sleeves can be zipped off to make a vest, and at $100 off, pretty sweet.
I appreciate your post. I had already bought a few things and did not see the Spruce Run. I have been waiting for it to go on sale. Now it is on the way.
TrippinBTM
01-08-2009, 22:41
Cripes! (looking around the REI website).
Do people really spend over 400 bucks on sleepingbags???
Cripes! (looking around the REI website).
Do people really spend over 400 bucks on sleepingbags???yeah they do, but if I was going to drop 400 bucks it would be on a WM of FF.
TrippinBTM
01-08-2009, 22:54
I don't know what your acronyms mean.
WM = Western Mountaineering (http://www.westernmountaineering.com/)
FF = Fanatic Fringe (http://www.fanaticfringe.com/)
Carry on.
:D
FF = Fanatic Fringe (http://www.fanaticfringe.com/)Feathered Friends actually
Bulldawg
01-08-2009, 23:21
Hooch is more like LF!!:-?:D
It only pays dividends on stuff you buy at regular price. That is the only reason I've never bought in, cause my cheap a$$ only buys if it is on sale.:D:welcome
I am like you in that I don't like paying more than I need to. You are right about the dividends. However, there are times that they offer a discount coupon/code to members for both regular prices items and also at times for already discounted items. Just in case you didn't know.
In any event they do have quality stuff and some good advice whether you choose to be a member or not.
big_muddy
01-08-2009, 23:44
I appreciate your post. I had already bought a few things and did not see the Spruce Run. I have been waiting for it to go on sale. Now it is on the way.
I have the jacket and it is great. My girlfriend just bought a second one (of the woman's version) to wear around the front country.
Pokey2006
01-08-2009, 23:50
Just got a few good bargains online, though the website was so slow -- painfully slow -- I almost just gave up.
Just got a few good bargains online, though the website was so slow -- painfully slow -- I almost just gave up.
same here....I "saved" about $200, tho!!! ;)
River Runner
01-09-2009, 04:25
Just saved $253 on a $92 order!
Feathered Friends actually
Either one, but thanks. :rolleyes: If I needed correcting I'd have alerted one of my ex-wives to that post. :p
....and if you get their REI credit card, you get an additional refund on purchases in the store, and 1% back on everything you put on the credit card. I use it at the grocery store, all my online purchases, paying bills online....(just don't keep a balance, 'cause the rate ain't that great!)
whoo-hooo!I ordered one for me and one for my wife right after Christmas and was approved. Expecting them any day.
Cabin Fever
01-09-2009, 08:44
I would be interested to see how much money was spent at REI as a result of this thread.
A lot, I'm sure. I think ever hiking site I go to had a thread about the sale. I know I ended up spending almost $100 on crap I don't really need.
Johnny Thunder
01-09-2009, 09:35
Just got a few good bargains online, though the website was so slow -- painfully slow -- I almost just gave up.
Quick tip from the King of the Internets...
Google has created a web browser (called "chrome") which uses a different twist on the usual tabbed browsing functions of most applications. It treats each tab as a separate window or application...so, when looking at a perpetually slow site it's quicker to right click and then open each link in a new tab. Chrome will work on loading each tab quicker than going forward and back in the traditional fashion and it will load new pages without slowing the first.
There are other reasons that Chrome is quicker but that's for another day....
MisterSweetie
01-09-2009, 09:53
Are $.83 items marked down an additional 50% or is the cost when they hit [ending in] .83 the lowest cost? Thanks!
theinfamousj
01-09-2009, 10:13
If anyone is trying to keep tabs of how much $$ was dropped at REI from Whiteblaze, feel free to add my $60 to the pot.
And my best friend's $50.
And my mother's $50.
Blissful
01-09-2009, 10:13
Are $.83 items marked down an additional 50% or is the cost when they hit [ending in] .83 the lowest cost? Thanks!
It didn't go down for me (and we are members) so they seem to be selling at this price for now. They may have the ultra clearance price later. I'm heading to the actual store this weekend.
I talked to an REI rep on the phone,she told me that the price is what you see. There is no additional 50% off at checkout.
TrippinBTM
01-09-2009, 12:18
The .83 is the sale price; as low as it's gonna go.
MisterSweetie
01-09-2009, 12:28
still great deals! that's what I figured just the wording on how the sale works confused me a little earlier in the thread.
This sale a year or so ago is how I got my rei UL 45~ Great bag.
NCYankee
01-09-2009, 12:50
I got some shirts and a $14 fleece this morning. Now the site is crashed and wont come back up...
I got caught in the sale whirlpool myself. Bought a REI Quick UL 45 pack ($34.83) and a wicking t-shirt ($6.83). Now how to explain this to the wife.
Hmmmm.... #1 son claimed squatters rights on my Kelty Redwing pack, so that justifies the pack. And one missed trip to Starbucks will pay for the t-shirt. I think I'm ok. :)
floyd242
01-09-2009, 14:35
Spent another ~$150 in the store this morning heh.
Picked up an REI antifreeze down jacket for $50, pretty sweet.
hnryclay
01-09-2009, 15:50
Yeah, I just blew $125 on stuff I probably did not need, but it was a good deal...lol
I just upgraded my boys sleeping pads with the REI 3/4 length inflatable for 16.83 each.
I went to the rei store today and bought 101 clif bars at 3 cents a piece, all holiday flavors. I thought I was going to be paying 43 cents each for about a dozen and when I go to pay they ended up being 3 cents. The cashier went and got all of them from the back for me. $3.03 for 101 clif bars
hootyhoo
01-09-2009, 18:25
Not much of a clearance -- the best deals are on xxxxs sizes. I'll wait until someone else that does not have to charge tax comes in with some deals. Suunysports has had some good deals lately, but they might get better, so.....
TrippinBTM
01-09-2009, 19:18
I went to the rei store today and bought 101 clif bars at 3 cents a piece, all holiday flavors. I thought I was going to be paying 43 cents each for about a dozen and when I go to pay they ended up being 3 cents. The cashier went and got all of them from the back for me. $3.03 for 101 clif bars
my jaw just hit the floor. Man, that's awesome! Wish I'd paid more attention to that; as I left the store I noticed clearance signs over their clif bars, but didn't stop and look...
and I wish I could say "one missed trip to starbucks takes care of whatever". I spend money so rarely that I don't really have anything to cut out. Being unemployed makes my purchases even more irresponsible! :eek:
MisterSweetie
01-10-2009, 00:11
hehe, yeah I bought my wife a backpack. :) now we both have rei UL 45s. :D
And me a (nother) messenger bag. :D
hnryclay
01-10-2009, 02:15
Picked up the UL45 myself, I am sure its worth the $34. How has your performed?
Picked up a 20 deg REI sleeping bag for 40 bucks and a new REI down jacket for about 30. The jacket is warm!!!!
skinewmexico
01-10-2009, 02:50
I went to the rei store today and bought 101 clif bars at 3 cents a piece, all holiday flavors. I thought I was going to be paying 43 cents each for about a dozen and when I go to pay they ended up being 3 cents. The cashier went and got all of them from the back for me. $3.03 for 101 clif bars
The holiday Cliff bars are the best!
I have a hard time finding anything I want or need at REI other than socks, trail bars, fuel, or dehydrated meals. I suppose I am a cottage industry gear snob.
TrippinBTM
01-10-2009, 10:30
Egads, I almost never buy stuff at REI. I'm not big on gear, I don't need the latest stuff and try to limit what I need, preferring to make my own or do without. Many things I have I've found or been given, too. I like the idea of going out there with as few things as possible, not only for the lightweight aspect, but I really admire someone like John Muir who would go out with a blanket and a crust of bread. Simplicity!
Still, I'm not there yet. So I'm a fan of this sale, for the few things I need.
Picked up a 20 deg REI sleeping bag for 40 bucks and a new REI down jacket for about 30. The jacket is warm!!!!
I just bought the same one, I think. Yes, it is VERY warm! :)
The holiday Cliff bars are the best!
I tried one of each flavor yesterday and they are way better than regular ones. I don't know why they don't run them year round. The Iced Gingerbread was my favorite.
Mrs Baggins
01-10-2009, 13:40
The .83 is the sale price; as low as it's gonna go.
Not true. Just came back from the REI in Fairfax VA. Everything that ended in .83 was another 50% off of that. And I watched as each thing was rung up - everything we bought had an additional 50% taken off as long as that .83 was at the end of the price. I got $50 Columbia sweaters, marked down to $29.83, for just under $15 each, a pair of ladies $90 Merrills shoes, marked down to $24.83, for just under $13, and my husband got two pairs of Columbia Titanium lightweight zip off hiking pants, regularly $45/each, marked down to $29.83, for just under $15/each. :D
Blissful
01-10-2009, 13:58
Not true. Just came back from the REI in Fairfax VA. Everything that ended in .83 was another 50% off of that. And I watched as each thing was rung up - everything we bought had an additional 50% taken off as long as that .83 was at the end of the price. I got $50 Columbia sweaters, marked down to $29.83, for just under $15 each, a pair of ladies $90 Merrills shoes, marked down to $24.83, for just under $13, and my husband got two pairs of Columbia Titanium lightweight zip off hiking pants, regularly $45/each, marked down to $29.83, for just under $15/each. :D
Why isn't this online then???? (someone complain please!!!)
Wow can't wait until tomorrow when I stake out the REI down south on my road trip. Hope there's stuff left.
johnnybgood
01-10-2009, 14:07
Why isn't this online then???? (someone complain please!!!)
Wow can't wait until tomorrow when I stake out the REI down south on my road trip. Hope there's stuff left.
Yeah what she said . I nominate you,Blissful
Mrs Baggins
01-10-2009, 14:07
Why isn't this online then???? (someone complain please!!!)
Wow can't wait until tomorrow when I stake out the REI down south on my road trip. Hope there's stuff left.
Good question. It doesn't say that anywhere. Maybe it's an in-store only thing? The store we were in was pretty packed today and we got there 20 minutes after it opened.
Why isn't this online then???? (someone complain please!!!)
Wow can't wait until tomorrow when I stake out the REI down south on my road trip. Hope there's stuff left.The stuff online has already been marked down. The stuff in the store you have to do the math yourself. Changes prices on a computer is easy, but putting new tags all over the store is a bitch. Its much easier to just put a sign up that says to figure it out yourself.
Blissful
01-10-2009, 15:58
The stuff online has already been marked down. The stuff in the store you have to do the math yourself. Changes prices on a computer is easy, but putting new tags all over the store is a bitch. Its much easier to just put a sign up that says to figure it out yourself.
But it was marked down online with .83 at the end. Yet Mrs Baggins got an additonal $$ off the .83 items. Guess it's just an instore thing. Can't wait 'til tomorrow when I go to a real store.
Besides no use of me complaining. Everything good I had in my shopping cart two days ago is gone as I was waiting to see if they might offer the deal online. I would have LOVED that 15 degree 2 lb down bag for $42 too. :)
skinewmexico
01-10-2009, 16:45
The stuff in the stores and the stuff online was the same price; it's just that the cash register in the store took off 50% when you checked out, some web nerd took 50% off the marked down prices on the web. This isn't some grand conspiracy.
When did Mags start working for REI?
inavacuum
01-10-2009, 18:39
I went today. The store was decimated.
When did Mags start working for REI?
???????
I work for a company I won't name that rhymes with "Fun Microsystems"
Except it ain't fun and I am not sure how they make money... Ahem.
Anyway, I suppose at REI I'd be making less money..but suppose my job would make more sense. :)
If I ran REI, it'd all be stuff from cottage manufacturers, odd ball gear makers no one has ever heard of in the general public, used equipment and thrift store finds with a sprinkling off Target/Walmart/military surplus items. I'd also be in business for about 2 days (at the most!) because it is overpriced clothing that really fuels the outdoor retail market. ;)
Not sure what I really need this point in terms of gear. A lightweight two person tent, maybe. But, REI won't sell the kind I'd buy....
As for mountain house meals vs Freezer Bag Cooking...
I'm odd. I'm one of the few backpackers who does not buy specialty food (based on this website and my friends here in town). There are these huge places called grocery stores now that sells food you can take on backpacking trips. Pretty reasonably priced, too. :)
Jim Adams
01-11-2009, 01:36
Why isn't this online then???? (someone complain please!!!)
Wow can't wait until tomorrow when I stake out the REI down south on my road trip. Hope there's stuff left.
I shopped online today and bought an REI day pack, a pair of REI sahara pants, a wool sherpa hat, a 3 1/2" x 25" x 76" self inflating mat for my cot, 2 REI wicking T's, 2 lexan soup spoons and a container of 20 cutter insect repellent wipes.
The packs normal price was $79.95...I got it all for $83.04!!!!!! plus free shipping to the Pittsburgh store.
geek
I went to the Fairfax store as well and picked up a pair of REI Sahara convertibles for $15, pair of Ex Officio pants for $15, pair of Vasque Kota XCR's for $30, some backcountry gourmet (something like that) meals for $1.50 each just for fun...
..oh, and a Pocket Rocket...but not sale on despite my logical argument in favor of selling it to me for 1/2 off...
, some web nerd took 50% off the marked down prices on the web. .
When did Mags start working for REI?
My sad attempt at humor.
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because it is overpriced clothing that really fuels the outdoor retail market. ;)
And don't people buy it! Logo snobs crack me up.
Hope everyone gets something they like and need at the big sale.
We've had the REI credit card and get a juicy refund towards gear every Spring, but frankly I often have trouble finding something I want to buy there. It's mostly very mass-market, top-dollar retail Chinese-made disposible stuff. Not my first choice!
Having said that I dropped $400 on the sale; finally some acceptable prices from REI! Avery rare occurrence indeed.
Blissful
01-11-2009, 20:54
Well went to the REi store but a lot of stuff gone. The earlybirds got the worm. Oh well.
bikerscars
01-11-2009, 21:52
total a little over $90 today
missed a little of the eagles game but that was the trade-off for a less crowded store
wigwam merino/silk hiker...$5.83
rei quick ul 45...$34.83
rei zephyr +20* long...$44.83
can't complain...and the eagles won!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
OK, took my daughter to the store & set her up for winter snow. Come on snow:banana
Bought myself a couple of maps
MisterSweetie
01-11-2009, 23:35
Picked up the UL45 myself, I am sure its worth the $34. How has your performed?
I can't say I have used it extensively, but the few trips I've had it on, I have absolutely loved it more than anything else I've used. It's incredibly comfortable. Great design. I like it. The model I have is older and a different material, and the material isn't quite as sturdy as what the bag is made of now. Truth be told, I was going to buy myself a new one, but sometime between deciding that and checking out, they sold out. :|
J
hikergirl1120
01-12-2009, 06:04
Mountain hardware Sprite 1....$55
Sierra Designs 30+ Men's L Down Bag....$54
I am HAPPY!!!
buckwheat
01-12-2009, 08:02
Hope everyone gets something they like and need at the big sale.
Having taken a look at the "sale" I'd say you'll have to be very lucky if you actually find what you need on sale.
Packs are a good example: there are 8 on sale ... only 2 on "super sale" and both of these are small women's daypacks. So, you aren't likely to find the pack you want on sale.
Someone should mention to REI that there's a depression on and fake "sales" of closed out inventory taking up valuable space aren't going to cut it in the new economy where nobody has a job.
Shoppers have, by necessity, become much more saavy.
Having taken a look at the "sale" I'd say you'll have to be very lucky if you actually find what you need on sale.
Packs are a good example: there are 8 on sale ... only 2 on "super sale" and both of these are small women's daypacks. So, you aren't likely to find the pack you want on sale.
Someone should mention to REI that there's a depression on and fake "sales" of closed out inventory taking up valuable space aren't going to cut it in the new economy where nobody has a job.
Shoppers have, by necessity, become much more saavy.I picked up a REI Cruise UL 60 for $50 in the store. Its not a fake sale, its a clearance just like it says on the website meaning they are trying to get rid of last years stuff.
Johnny Thunder
01-12-2009, 11:25
Having taken a look at the "sale" I'd say you'll have to be very lucky if you actually find what you need on sale.
Packs are a good example: there are 8 on sale ... only 2 on "super sale" and both of these are small women's daypacks. So, you aren't likely to find the pack you want on sale.
Someone should mention to REI that there's a depression on and fake "sales" of closed out inventory taking up valuable space aren't going to cut it in the new economy where nobody has a job.
Shoppers have, by necessity, become much more saavy.
Hey Johnny-come-lately...All the useful things I picked up on Thursday are GONE and no longer listed on the website. I'll agree that some of the things I bought were frivolous...the 83 cent origami cup...or the spring-assist pocket knife I'd be spying since Panzer pulled one on me and stole my beef jerky...but I got new goretex boots and new poles to replace the ones I lost in hitch for less than $60 total.
You just looked too late. Sorry, duder.
This is a snooze you lose sale. Once they are gone....their gone.
I was lucky to get the stuff I got on Friday afternoon. I got the very last +20 deg bag they had on sale.
Your mileage may vary
Bulldawg
01-12-2009, 20:36
I picked up a Marmot Oracle Jacket in my size. Ordered late Thursday afternoon and arrived today. And picked it up for $65 shipping included. A deal IMO and I was really in need of a good wet weather/wind jacket.
theinfamousj
01-12-2009, 22:38
Why are all the sleeping bags in long? And how much do you think it would hurt 5'2" me to pick up a long? (Normally, I'm a bit short for a regular.)
jeffjenn
01-12-2009, 22:44
How much longer will the sale go on??
Pokey2006
01-12-2009, 23:39
Why are all the sleeping bags in long? And how much do you think it would hurt 5'2" me to pick up a long? (Normally, I'm a bit short for a regular.)
Probably because nothing else is left -- more common sizes in everything disappear first. I had to order pants a size too big, or not order any at all. If you're willing to carry a bit more weight in exchange for saving money, get the bag. Otherwise, wait for the next sale.
RockStar
01-13-2009, 02:21
I found a Hubba Hubba 2008 model for $99 and some change. I also finally picked up a larger cook set for 12 bucks. I moved to Denver, Colorado this July and my first scarf was a joke...got a polertec scarf for 10 bucks and a VERY WARM hat for 12 bucks. Spent 148 bucks total. I would have bought a down sleeping bag(15 degrees) but I couldn't justify it when I have a 30 degree that just needs the zipper fixed and plan on buying a reactor bag liner. If I knew more about snowshoes and skiing/snowboarding I would have lost my mind!
I have been a hammock advocate, but needed to switch back to a tent for hiking here (CDT and such). I have drooled over the Hubba and the Hubba Hubba since 2005. I resigned myself to the fact that I was gonna get the Rei Quarter Dome. It's cheaper. I walked in Rei and KNEW I was asking for trouble. There were 2 Hubba Hubbas and the other got snatched up really quick!
My tent brings a tear to my eye everytime I walk to the restroom...because it's in the hallway and i have to HOLD IT. :)
Jim Adams
01-13-2009, 07:18
Having taken a look at the "sale" I'd say you'll have to be very lucky if you actually find what you need on sale.
Packs are a good example: there are 8 on sale ... only 2 on "super sale" and both of these are small women's daypacks. So, you aren't likely to find the pack you want on sale.
Someone should mention to REI that there's a depression on and fake "sales" of closed out inventory taking up valuable space aren't going to cut it in the new economy where nobody has a job.
Shoppers have, by necessity, become much more saavy.
My daughter Crazy Wolf is a manager at REI. She says that the store is packed, the sales are boom'in and it is hectic from open to close with this clearance sale. So much for saavy.
I was happy with all of my on-line purchases.
geek
My sad attempt at humor.
It is the only kind of humor I personally have. ;)
hikergirl1120
01-14-2009, 08:26
How much longer will the sale go on??
Until the 17th I believe
TrippinBTM
01-14-2009, 10:10
Why are all the sleeping bags in long? And how much do you think it would hurt 5'2" me to pick up a long? (Normally, I'm a bit short for a regular.)
Eh, I wouldn't buy a long, and I'm 5'7". It's just extra space you have to heat, making the bag less efficient and wasting energy.
I did really well yesterday in rei... many of the clothes in the atl rei were either small or xxl.... so i got a couple of jackets and shoes that turn out to be too tight on my heels, hopefully they will break in
but i was teased by a super clearance sign hanging above a bunch of tent signs, i got really excited forgetting about the whole ending in .83, then the rei guy walks up and takes down the sign, apparently it had confused a bunch of people, myself included
If I were to use the bag for winter, a long might be handy. You would have extra space for boots, clothing, and water without having to pull your feet up.