Bargain Hunter: My pick of this week’s best outdoor gear deals

Save up to 84% on Helly Hansen, Ospey, Montane and more…

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by Rob Slade and Evie Nichols |
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Grab yourself a bargain with one of these incredible deals, hand-picked by LFTO deputy editor Rob Slade and gear tester Evie Nichols. This week, it’s all about travel kit and camping gear, but we've also kept some great deals on rucksacks and midlayers from last week, given there's as much as 84% off…

As we all know, you need a lot of kit to enjoy the outdoors to its maximum, which can get rather expensive.

Yes, you can opt for some cheaper options like these budget walking boots or these budget waterproof jackets, but if you want top, top kit, your best bet is to see what you can grab from retailers at a discount.

Black Friday is a handy tool in that regard (and you can see our pick of the best Black Friday outdoor deals here), but you'll also find plenty on sale throughout the year.

Every week, I'll be picking out some of the best outdoor deals around and will be highlighting them here to help you save on some great kit. This week, we've been looking at travel kit and camping gear, but you'll also find some mid layers and rucksacks.

Our favourite outdoor gear deals this week

Save 23%

The north face base camp duffel
Price: $99 (RRP: £130)

www.blacks.co.uk

While The North Face’s Base Camp Duffel has probably become the most fashionable or recognisable duffels around, in our review we found that it’s still a hardcore holdall for adventure travel thanks to strong zips and bombproof fabrics.

Save 29%

Exped Ultra Pillow
Price: $24.95 (RRP: £34.95)

wildbounds.com

Looking for a lightweight pillow? Our reviewer Chris Wiliams praises the Exped Ultra for its next-to-nothing weight, sustainability credentials and handy sleeping mat attachments.

Save 25%

deuter orbit
Price: $74.95 (RRP: £100)

www.outdooraction.co.uk

This is one of the best-value sleeping bags you can find. When we reviewed the Deuter Orbit earlier this year, we found that it’s made from tough materials, which are much softer and nicer to touch than the slippery, shiny feel you often get.

Save 38%

berghaus peak self inflating mat
Price: $43 (RRP: £70)

www.blacks.co.uk

Here’s our top pick for an inflatable sleeping mat. We’ve used the Berghaus Peak Self-Inflating Mat several times, and have been perfectly comfortable doing so – it’s even included in our best sleeping mats review.

Save 43%

Mountain Warehouse Sleeping Bag Liner
Price: $12.99 (RRP: £22.99)

www.mountainwarehouse.com

A cotton or polycotton sleeping bag liner is ideal for sleeping in hostels. The Mountain Warehouse Polycotton Liner won’t feel too different to your sheets at home, but it’ll come in handy for hot nights where duvets are too warm.

Save 20%

Osprey Travel Bag
Price: $128 (RRP: 160)

www.tiso.com

If you’re not hiking much, a travel backpack can be more practical. The Osprey Sojourn Porter 30L won the ‘best in test’ award in our travel backpack review – we especially liked its versatility and build quality.

Save 32%

lifeventure towel
Price: $14.91 (RRP: £21.99)

It can be hard to find a good travel towel, but we approve of the Lifeventure Recycled SoftFibre. It’s impressively lightweight, quick to dry and is made of recycled materials – what’s not to love? Find out more in our review.

Save 40%

Price: $42.31 (RRP: 69.99)

A trusty power bank can prevent a travel nightmare. In our review, we found that the RUGD Power Brick to be very good value – and it’s even better now it’s on offer. It’s also compact, which is ideal when space is at a premium.

Save 35%

Rab Kit Bag II 80L
Price: $85 (RRP: £130)

www.snowandrock.com

A duffel is a key piece of kit for any outdoorsperson, and the Rab Kit Bag II 80L is a fine example. It’s made to be tough, is water-resistant and can be carried in a range of ways. It’s yours for just £85.

Save 25%

Lowe Alpine Eclipse 25
Price: $63 (RRP: £90)

www.cotswoldoutdoor.com

Here’s a hiking rucksack that won’t break the bank. The Lowe Alpine Eclipse 25 comes equipped with plenty of storage for a day hike, plus features such as walking pole attachments and hip pockets.

84% off!

Helly Hansen Power Stretch Pro Glacier
Price: $29.99 (RRP: £189.99)

www.sportsshoes.com

This hooded jacket has a scarcely believable 84% off. It uses Polartec’s Power Stretch Pro material for warmth, comfort and stretch, and is available right now for £29.99.

Save 60%

Montane Women's Chronos Jacket
Price: $39.99 (RRP: £99.99)

www.sportsshoes.com

Here’s another staggering deal. The Montane Women’s Chonos is a high-pile fleece jacket that’s designed to provide warmth and wind protection to its wearer. It might not be the most packable, but it’s cosy, and is yours for just £39.99.

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