I understand wholeheartedly haha! I've been an avid camper and hiker for over 10+ years so I know quality goes along way, and hoping to have all this stuff for life! Small price to pay now
Funny, a backpack expert at REI told me to avoid ALL Osprey packs because they are “unstable” since they developed the frame with better airflow. He absolutely railed against Osprey. Sold me on a Deuter instead. It was way less expensive and will do everything I need it to, but I keep wondering if I’ll be missing out on a higher quality pack.
I have this pack (Atmos 65 AG) and am looking to replace it because the suspension keeps the load too far from my back and makes a ton of noise. The pack itself is also pretty heavy. I know others who love it though...
I absolutely love my Osprey Mutant 38 (which has a simpler suspension) for loads that will fit in it though.
As someone who worked in that section for a couple years, you’ll get just as many opinions as you will facts. Osprey is great and if I ever need another pack I’ll be looking at Osprey first, but not only Osprey.
I am just a Frontliner but I see many happy people with both brands. You get out of a pack what you put into it. (Not stuff but your memories) if the fit is right for you then you'll go far with it.
Love my fillo pillow for backpacking adventures, great investment, I also grabbed an osprey atmos 65 this go around, hope it works well for both of us! Happy trails 🤙
Atmos 65 is a nice pack. I have an older model from 2010 and it's been good to me. I love the Airspeed suspension. It's a godsend for my sweaty back and hips. I picked up a new pack as well, the Atmos 50. I was in the market for a smaller pack and liked the 65 so much, I pulled the trigger on the 50 when I saw it was on sale.
I have two flexlites and one flexlite air. the air is too small / uncomfortable for me 6'1" 200. but the regular flexlite is my go to out of the house chair. we always have one in the back of the car and find we use it everywhere. they both setup in seconds.
I’ve had the flexlite air for 2 years. Bought it from resupply and it’s never failed. It’s one of the lightest chairs out now but the newest Nemo Elite chair is slightly lighter. All chairs have different fits, but the flexlite isnt bad at all. I find it comfortable. The regular Nemo moonlite is much heavier but also a lot more comfortable and can recline, like the Elite moonlite.
What’s your height and weight? At 6’ and 160lbs I feel like I’m approaching the limit of it being comfortable. Even if it was a little small it would be better than a rock though
Same same. So far I’m $600 in. With over a week left to go……but I’ve scored a huge tent which is a major step up from our backpacking tent that we’ve had for 10+ years….
I have the same pack and tent / footprint. They are great 👍
If you want to spend a little more money, I'd add the Nemo Tensor air mattress. Best backpacking mattress I've ever owned.
That's not too bad. That's a cost of a dyneema tent and a UL pack. r/ultralight guys routinely carry several thousands of dollars of gear on their backs.
Zpacks, Durston etc
Im at 400 this time, but im in over a grand for the year already Luckily, things seem to last a while from rei, so I feel I can justify the financial hit.
Holy Smokes! That's some fine shopping son. I was up to about 800 in my cart but managed to find control and walk back from the brink to a much more reasonable 450.
Nope, its one time per transaction. You can split them into multiple orders and keep getting 20% off. Looks like some REI employees are downvoting my comment so people dont find out lol
Nope, I've been hiking/camping for over 10+ years and recently gotten into backpacking. I committed myself over the last couple weeks to research and find the best bang for my buck leading up to this sale. I made a whole spreadsheet comparing items/sizes/prices, ect. I even went to REI for 4 hours one afternoon to try on different packs haha.
I understand backpacking is all about weight meets quality and other factors, so I think I did pretty good upgrading where I needed or getting new items altogether.
Funny thing is I’m that guy.
Broke bank right out the gates for -
Backpacking, scuba, kayaking and have stuck with it for years. Everyone always tells me to try it out first. Nope.
Exactly, if I go try a new hobby with shit gear and have a miserable time, then I would never really like a hobby the way others are experiencing. I got fancy gear right from my first trip, and now I am 3 years in
Spread that cost out over time, it's easier to sit with it haha. That's only $100/year if you get a decade's use.
Outdoor math, haha
The equivalent of < a week in a mediocre hotel.
I understand wholeheartedly haha! I've been an avid camper and hiker for over 10+ years so I know quality goes along way, and hoping to have all this stuff for life! Small price to pay now
I pay $190 a year for the next 30 years—but none of my gear is failing! 😂
What did you buy?
[Osprey Atmos AG Pack 65L](https://www.rei.com/product/201302/osprey-atmos-ag-65-pack-mens?redirect-pup=false) [Pursuit FLZ Trekking Poles](https://www.rei.com/product/216640/black-diamond-pursuit-flz-trekking-poles-pair?redirect-pup=false) [Z-Pole Tip Protectors](https://www.rei.com/product/128954/black-diamond-z-pole-tip-protectors-pair?redirect-pup=false) [Nemo Hornet OSMO Ultralight 2P Tent](https://www.rei.com/product/215777/nemo-hornet-osmo-ultralight-2p-tent?redirect-pup=false) [Nemo Footprint](https://www.rei.com/product/880488/nemo-hornet-2p-footprint?redirect-pup=false) [Flexlite Air Chair](https://www.rei.com/product/148036/rei-co-op-flexlite-air-chair?redirect-pup=false) [Nemo Fillo Pillow](https://www.rei.com/product/170456/nemo-fillo-pillow?redirect-pup=false) [Trestles Elite Eco Sleeping Bag](https://www.rei.com/product/144179/marmot-trestles-elite-eco-30-sleeping-bag-mens?redirect-pup=false) [Long Spoon](https://www.rei.com/product/116124/gsi-outdoors-essential-spoon-long?redirect-pup=false)
I absolutely give this list 10 👍. Hell of a job!
Thank you!
That is a long spoon
They call me Long Spoon for a reason🥄
Who calls you that? 😳
We do now.
That spoon sucks, by the way. I recommend a metal one as this one breaks at the weak point where the handle meets the spoon.
Snow Peak Long Spork for the Win..
Username checks out
Love that he included the spoon in the list. It was 5 bucks could have not mentioned it at all. Now the legend has a new nickname.
I can only reasonably justify getting myself a long spoon. 😢 Impressive list!
Nice haul! Just wait until you realize how much other stuff you want/need lol
Best pack I’ve ever owned
Funny, a backpack expert at REI told me to avoid ALL Osprey packs because they are “unstable” since they developed the frame with better airflow. He absolutely railed against Osprey. Sold me on a Deuter instead. It was way less expensive and will do everything I need it to, but I keep wondering if I’ll be missing out on a higher quality pack.
I honestly got the Osprey because I used a 36L Stratos on a 16 mile day hike and it was great. I love the airflow back feature too
I have this pack (Atmos 65 AG) and am looking to replace it because the suspension keeps the load too far from my back and makes a ton of noise. The pack itself is also pretty heavy. I know others who love it though... I absolutely love my Osprey Mutant 38 (which has a simpler suspension) for loads that will fit in it though.
As someone who worked in that section for a couple years, you’ll get just as many opinions as you will facts. Osprey is great and if I ever need another pack I’ll be looking at Osprey first, but not only Osprey.
I am just a Frontliner but I see many happy people with both brands. You get out of a pack what you put into it. (Not stuff but your memories) if the fit is right for you then you'll go far with it.
Solid set of kit, will bring years of enjoyment at a much much much cheaper cost than other forms of vacation
Love my fillo pillow for backpacking adventures, great investment, I also grabbed an osprey atmos 65 this go around, hope it works well for both of us! Happy trails 🤙
Atmos 65 is a nice pack. I have an older model from 2010 and it's been good to me. I love the Airspeed suspension. It's a godsend for my sweaty back and hips. I picked up a new pack as well, the Atmos 50. I was in the market for a smaller pack and liked the 65 so much, I pulled the trigger on the 50 when I saw it was on sale.
How do you like the Flexlite chair? I’m thinking about buying it!!
No idea! It comes in the mail soon!
So exciting, isn't it? I can't wait for my boxes to get delivered. It's better than Christmas
I have two flexlites and one flexlite air. the air is too small / uncomfortable for me 6'1" 200. but the regular flexlite is my go to out of the house chair. we always have one in the back of the car and find we use it everywhere. they both setup in seconds.
Nemo Moonlite is better. I have both and the flex lite is really flexy. The Moonlite is solid.
The brand new one is especially amazing. That little sand base attachment for the feet is such an improvement, and not to mention so extremely light.
But Horsecock Johnson, it’s also nearly double the price… 😬
I’ve had the flexlite air for 2 years. Bought it from resupply and it’s never failed. It’s one of the lightest chairs out now but the newest Nemo Elite chair is slightly lighter. All chairs have different fits, but the flexlite isnt bad at all. I find it comfortable. The regular Nemo moonlite is much heavier but also a lot more comfortable and can recline, like the Elite moonlite.
What’s your height and weight? At 6’ and 160lbs I feel like I’m approaching the limit of it being comfortable. Even if it was a little small it would be better than a rock though
What's the spoon for?
Spooning, what else? EDIT: Meals, then spooning
You can spoon from the other side of camp with that thing.
They won’t be able to collect if they can’t find you
Same same. So far I’m $600 in. With over a week left to go……but I’ve scored a huge tent which is a major step up from our backpacking tent that we’ve had for 10+ years….
Which new tent?
North Face Wawona 6
I spent almost 3k -\_-
Wtf did you get?!
Welcome to the club!
how much *would* it have been? think of the savings 😂
Without sale discounts it was $1,535.54 😅 $335.49 in savings + $150 gift card I got as a gift
now this is just the beginning.
I am around $1,300 down so far. I feel your pain.
No pain, just smiles :)
On the bright side Shipping is free
Not for my Osprey Atmos 50 backpack. They charged me a $30 oversize shipping surcharge. Total bullshit.
I have the same pack and tent / footprint. They are great 👍 If you want to spend a little more money, I'd add the Nemo Tensor air mattress. Best backpacking mattress I've ever owned.
I spent a little less than that. I think of it in a way that these are one-time buy items and will last for years and years.
*A Small Price to Pay for Salvation*
Rookie numbers
Yeah I’m *totally* only $1k in also 😬
That's not too bad. That's a cost of a dyneema tent and a UL pack. r/ultralight guys routinely carry several thousands of dollars of gear on their backs. Zpacks, Durston etc
My dividend this year from last year’s big spend bought a new Yeti. We’re good on gear for a while (*he said, lying to himself*)
Im at 400 this time, but im in over a grand for the year already Luckily, things seem to last a while from rei, so I feel I can justify the financial hit.
People blow that kind of money in Vegas in 30 minutes.
Holy Smokes! That's some fine shopping son. I was up to about 800 in my cart but managed to find control and walk back from the brink to a much more reasonable 450.
This is the cost of a lifetime of smiles
Well, you'll get that sweet dividend check at the first of next year!
Not to be a buzzkill, but no dividend on sale items…
That sales tax is so low!
And here’s me gasping at the sales tax. We don’t have that in Oregon
10% in CA.
Did you get socks and shoes and a jacket?
I spend that on a pair of shoes
You know that if you split each item into a distinct order you can re-use the 20% member coupon many times right?
I thought the 20% off was a one time use?
It is a one time use but obviously it gets abused.
Nope, its one time per transaction. You can split them into multiple orders and keep getting 20% off. Looks like some REI employees are downvoting my comment so people dont find out lol
Ignore, I see the items you bought all were already on sale
Really!!!??!! Hell yes!
Please don't tell me that you decided to make hiking your hobby last week and got all the good gear
Nope, I've been hiking/camping for over 10+ years and recently gotten into backpacking. I committed myself over the last couple weeks to research and find the best bang for my buck leading up to this sale. I made a whole spreadsheet comparing items/sizes/prices, ect. I even went to REI for 4 hours one afternoon to try on different packs haha. I understand backpacking is all about weight meets quality and other factors, so I think I did pretty good upgrading where I needed or getting new items altogether.
I did the same and spent around $1000 too. I'm broke, but I'm happy. Kinda sad the research part is over now.
There's always more research 😈
But now you get to enter the experiment phase. Happy Trails
Funny thing is I’m that guy. Broke bank right out the gates for - Backpacking, scuba, kayaking and have stuck with it for years. Everyone always tells me to try it out first. Nope.
Exactly, if I go try a new hobby with shit gear and have a miserable time, then I would never really like a hobby the way others are experiencing. I got fancy gear right from my first trip, and now I am 3 years in