REI is having a major Labor Day Sale: Snag tents, hiking apparel, smart watches, and more

Besides the REI Co-op Anniversary Sale, the outdoor goods store's Labor Day Sale is one of its biggest discount events of the year. This Labor Day, REI took the message "go big or go home" to heart — offering impressive markdowns on many fan-favorite items. Whether you are in need of a new tent for next summer, a camping stove for a last-minute getaway to the woods, or a new puff jacket from Patagonia, REI has your back. Below are our top picks of the most standout Labor Day deals.

REI is known to be a leader in outdoor goods and hiking/camping essentials. It's also a member-owned cooperative and partakes in impressive, environmentally conscious initiatives like closing down its stores for Black Friday and working toward being 100 percent zero-waste by 2025. You'll feel good about shopping here, especially with prices on items as good as they are looking now for REI's annual Labor Day Sale. Note that REI Co-op members get even more benefits, such as 20% off one full price YETI item with coupon code YETI, 20% off one outlet item with coupon code LABORDAY23, and more. Christmas came early for all outdoors lovers — so grab these offers while they last.

Best electronics deal

Why we like it

With the Garmin Venu 2, you'll feel fully in control of your health and well-being. This smart fitness watch gives users detailed insight into their energy levels, sleep quality, fitness age, stress, and overall health snapshot. You can use it to track workouts from HIIT to golf and take advantage of Garmin Coach to help you train for an upcoming running event. This watch functions kind of like an Apple Watch, since it also notifies you of texts/calls, boasts safety features like incident detection, and, with Garmin Pay, allows you to tap it to contactless payment devices in lieu of a physical card. Depending on how you use your watch, the Garmin has a battery life of up to 11 days on a full charge, and you can wear your personality on your wrist (literally) with its customizable watch faces.

More electronics deals

• Garmin GPSMAP 66i — $399.99 $600 (save $200.01)

• EcoFlow DELTA Max Portable Power Station — $999.99 $1,499 (save $499.01)

• Garmin Venu 2S — $299.99 $400 (save $100.01)

• Shokz OpenRun Headphones — $99.99 $129.95 (save $29.96)

• Better Battery Co. Better Battery Pack — $29.93 $45 (save $15.07)

Best camping equipment deal

Why we like it

This deluxe camping stove from Zempire is your solution for making yummy food in the great outdoors. You can adjust each burner independently to just the right level of gas flow; powering up this stove is also as easy as the push of a button. With the stove's lower grill/toaster, you can grill some steaks or toast a scrumptious sandwich while simultaneously operating the top two burners. This Zempire camping essential has wraparound wind protection shields which fold down to save you space during transport. Note that fuel is not included in the purchase.

More camping equipment deals

• Jetboil Stash Cooking System — $108.69 $144.95 (save $36.26)

• Stanley Classic Vacuum French Press - 48 fl. oz. — $52.49 $70 (save $17.51)

• NEMO Moonlite Reclining Camp Chair — $119.89 $159.95 (save $40.06)

• Osprey Hikelite 18 Pack — $69.73 $95 (save $25.27; note that members can save an extra 20% off with the code LABORDAY23)

• Zempire Luken Lantern — $34.73 $49.95 (save $15.22; note that members can save an extra 20% off with the code LABORDAY23)

Best outdoor apparel deal

Why we like it

The Patagonia Granite Crest Jacket has a three-layer waterproof barrier that makes it the definition of weather-resistant apparel. Its fabric is also partially made of recycled fishing nets, which demonstrates just how deeply REI cares about nature conservation. The jacket has a hood with a laminated visor that can easily fit over a helmet, in case you plan to wear it while biking. It also flaunts hand-warming pockets and can completely fold inside of its left chest pocket. Talk about style, comfort, and protection in one lightweight clothing item.

More outdoor apparel deals

• Patagonia Granite Crest Jacket - Men's — $166.83 $279 (save $112.17)

• KEEN NXIS EVO Mid Waterproof Hiking Boots - Men's — $134.99 $180 (save $45.01)

• On Cloudmonster Road-Running Shoes - Women's — $118.93 $170 (save $51.07)

• REI Co-op Rainwall Rain Jacket - Kids' — $34.83 $69.95 (save $35.12)

• Black Diamond Capitan Climbing Helmet - Women's — $52.39 $69.95 (save $17.56)

Save on even more items through September 4 by visiting REI's site.