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Save big bucks — not to mention your body heat and, maybe, your life — with this rock-bottom-priced outdoor gear. (Photo: Backcountry)
Let's be honest here: Quality outdoor gear can be costly. But, of course, you don't want to skimp on equipment you need to keep you safe, warm and dry when you're exploring the great outdoors. So, you resign yourself to paying big bucks. Well, good news: Backcountry is holding a massive Presidents' Day sale on a slew of must-have merch. "Because many of us have time off over three-day weekends, retailers see an increase in foot and click traffic and offer sales to secure some of that market share," shopping expert Trae Bodge, tells Yahoo Life.
Today, you'll score markdowns of up to 60% on a wide range of items, including gear from Patagonia, the North Face, Columbia and more. These amazing sale prices won't last, and the best items won't stay in stock for long. Our advice — snatch 'em up while you can.
Upgrade your puffer with this insulated jacket. It features mapped insulation to keep you warm all over, along with a snug fit. A brushed chin guard protects you from the elements without irritating your skin.
Get three jackets for the price of one: A DryVent waterproof outer layer, a puffy inner jacket and down-like insulation for extra warmth. An adjustable hood helps keep you warm and protected. Choose from three cool shades.
This backpack sports cool features, including water-resistant fabric, a chest buckle and a fleece sunglasses pocket to protect your shades. It's big enough to hold a 13-inch laptop and comes in several on-sale patterns.
Hit the trails this spring with these rugged hiking boots by Columbia. The Omni-Grip rubber sole prevents you from slipping and sliding on all types of terrains, while the waterproof membrane will keep your feet dry.
This Patagonia fleece is perfect for milder weather, or to layer under a heavier coat. Elastic binding at cuffs and hem help seal in warmth, while the snap chest pocket is just right for holding your keys and credit card.
This tent sleeps six and can offer shelter for up to three seasons of the year (you might want to go with something heftier if you're planning a winter camp-out). It features waterproof construction to keep you dry, along with mesh wall panels for good air flow.
This cool Patagonia fleece offers contrasting pops of color to create a statement jacket. It's surprisingly windproof (perfect for long afternoons outside) and features zip pockets to keep your stuff secure.
Stay cozy and warm in this snug sleeping bag. It features expanders in the shoulders and sides to accommodate all body sizes, along with regular and long zipper options.
Meet your new everyday winter jacket. It's waterproof yet breathable to help you stay dry (and chic!) while you go about your day. Down insulation helps keep you nice and toasty.
Block out the elements in this shell jacket. It features waterproof Gore-Tex Pro fabric, along with ripstop reinforced shoulders to ward off tears. The outsized hood is helmet-compatible to help you stay as warm and protected as possible on the slopes.
This classic Patagonia fleece is 40% off! It features a high pile fleece to keep you warm, along with roomy front pockets and a full zip. It's perfect for layering on cool days.
Prefer your fleece jackets to be a little longer? This option hits below the waist for added warmth, while the plush fabric wicks away moisture and traps heat in one go. Choose from three pretty colors.
This Columbia jacket features special technology to keep you warm without adding bulk. Weather-resistant fabric helps keep snow and wind away, while an adjustable hem and elastic cuffs allow you to block out drafts.
This sneaker is specially designed to help you get a grip on rocky terrain. It's lightweight enough to wear regularly and includes a mesh upper with drainage ports to keep your toes dry.
Just because you're alfresco doesn't mean you can't chill in style. This camping chair swings and reclines and has water-resistant mesh fabric, along with a cup holder and zippered pocket to hold your must-haves.
This jacket is made for cold weather. It features water-resistant fabric and an Omni-Heat reflective liner to keep in your body heat without looking bulky. There's even a soft fleece collar for added comfort and warmth.
Marc Marquez has opened the MotoGP season in dazzling style with a record-breaking lap to secure pole for the Portuguese Grand Prix while Australian star Jack Miller has also shone on his new KTM, qualifying fifth fastest.On his Honda, six-time champion Marquez reminded everyone of his greatness with a remarkable last-gasp lap on Saturday, breaking the circuit record at Portimao in a sizzling 1 minute 37.
At least 23 people have been killed and dozens injured as a tornado and strong thunderstorms swept across Mississippi, the state's emergency management agency says, with the twister leaving a trail of damage for more than 160km.Four people were missing as search and rescue teams combed through the destruction looking for survivors after the storm struck Silver City in Western Mississippi, the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said in a series of tweets on Saturday.
National record holder Catriona Bisset's soaring expectations were measured by frustration after her seventh dip under the magical two-minute mark in the women's 800m at the Brisbane Track Classic.On a night when charismatic Kiwi Edward Osei-Nketia ambushed Australia's fastest man Rohan Browning in the 100m, there was joy for the home crowd in Bisset's world-class performance and the extension of Michelle Jenneke's rousing domestic campaign.
A man has been shot by police after officers were called to a domestic violence incident in Queensland's far north.Police attended an address on Love Street, Mareeba, about 11.
Ross Lyon wasn't surprised by his young talent taking centre stage as St Kilda blitzed the Western Bulldogs by 51 points to hand him a 2-0 start to his second stint at the helm.St Kilda proved their resurgence under Lyon wasn't a one-off, kicking away for a 14.
Two first-half goals have given China a 2-0 win over the Hockeyroos in the second game of the three-match series at Perth Hockey Stadium.Heading into the match with an average of just 25 international appearances among the 18 players to take the pitch, the Hockeyroos found themselves on the back foot in the first half.
South Sydney have honoured John Sattler in perfect style, with Lachlan Ilias kicking the first field goal of his career to sink Manly 13-12 in golden point.With Sattler's family in attendance and co-owner Russell Crowe also at Accor Stadium on Saturday, Ilias nailed a shot from 25 metres out in the third minute of golden point.
A stop-start Super Netball clash between the Adelaide Thunderbirds and the NSW Swifts has ended in a 25-25 draw after work to the court surface and a power outage forced an early end to the match.The start of the match was delayed for an hour after work was completed around the decal areas at Netball SA Stadium in Adelaide.
Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi says he had been disqualified from parliament because he has been asking the prime minister tough questions about his relationship with Gautam Adani, founder of the embattled Adani conglomerate.Gandhi, who represented India's main opposition Congress party in parliament, lost his seat on Friday, a day after a court in the western state of Gujarat convicted him in a defamation case and sentenced him to two years in jail.
Melbourne have won a helter-skelter Super Rugby Pacific clash against Queensland with the lead changing hands six times at AAMI Park.The Rebels were in front when it counted, running in six tries to five to post a thrilling 40-34 victory in their Saturday night clash.
Donald Trump will hold an election rally in Texas at a site critics say will play to his far-right supporters as he seeks to boost a presidential campaign dogged by the threat of criminal indictments.In what the former president has billed as his first major rally of the 2024 presidential race, Trump has called on supporters to assemble at an airport in Waco, Texas, and cheer on his bid for the Republican Party nomination.
Moana Pasifika's torrid start to this season's Super Rugby Pacific goes on thanks to a 59-0 hammering by the title-chasing Hurricanes in Auckland.Revenge was in the air for the Hurricanes, who this time last year lost to a golden-point try from Danny Toala as Moana Pasifika recorded their first-ever victory in the competition.
Lawyers representing a former United States pilot incarcerated in NSW has called for his immediate release, saying Australia's intelligence watchdog is investigating his case.The Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security informed lawyers for Daniel Edmund Duggan it had launched a formal inquiry into the matter, solicitor Dennis Miralis said.
Justin Holbrook is unsure how long his Gold Coast Titans will be without stars Kieran Foran and AJ Brimson after the two vital members of their spine were injured in a 24-12 loss to North Queensland.The duo were strong for a fast-starting Titans outfit that enjoyed an early lead in the second Queensland derby in 24 hours but Gold Coast lost their way before the Cowboys clung on to victory in an error-strewn and chaotic final 20 minutes.
NRL fans have been told to make new travel plans to get to Olympic Park as Sydney's trains suffer another major outage.Urgent signal repairs have stopped trains running between Lidcombe and Ashfield on the T1 Western and T2 Inner West & Leppington Lines.
Richmond expect defender Nathan Broad to be banned but believe recruit Jacob Hopper avoided serious injury in their plucky 32-point away victory against Adelaide.The Tigers led by 45 points at halftime before the storming Crows snuck within one point with 13 minutes remaining at Adelaide Oval.
Queensland have taken advantage of an ill-disciplined Rebels outfit, who had five yellow cards, to post a 43-0 win in their Super W clash in Melbourne.The home side were outclassed by the Reds, but did themselves no favours - at one stage down to 13 players early in the second half - with a 25-7 penalty count.
Diamonds shooters Cara Koenen and Steph Wood have put on a first-half clinic to set up the Sunshine Coast Lightning's 65-55 Super Netball away win over the Queensland Firebirds.Lightning won the inaugural Queensland Cup and took derby bragging rights as they went to 2-0 and the Firebirds dropped to 0-2.
Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir feels the umpires probably got it right after his players' pleas for a shot after the final siren fell on deaf ears in a heartbreaking one-point AFL loss to North Melbourne in Perth.The Kangaroos looked home after Luke Davies-Uniacke kicked a 50m goal on the run to give the visitors a 20-point lead with under seven minutes remaining in Saturday's match.
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley has conceded his side lacked basic toughness in their 71-point trouncing from Collingwood.On a bright Saturday afternoon at the MCG, the Magpies flicked a switch on the Power and delivered Hinkley's men a brutal reality check.