14 Backpacker-Approved Bargains from Amazon’s Prime Day

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Heads up, hikers: don’t let Jeff Bezos sandbag you. Despite the confusing name, Amazon’s “Prime Day” isn’t a day-long event at all. Instead, the online marketplace’s Prime Day sales event runs for four days, from July 8 through July 11.

Puzzling marketing aside, the sale is packed with thousands of exclusive deals available only to Prime members. Our gear team sifted through the sale to bring you 14 bargains on Backpacker-tested gear. Check out the sale in its entirety here, or keep scrolling for selections that include featherweight sleeping bags, GPS watches, sunglasses that might just increase your trail speed, and much, much more.

Garmin Fenix 8 Solar For $1,000 (9 percent off)

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For backpackers who love to be unplugged and on the trail for days on end, the Solar version of Garmin’s flagship Fenix smartwatch is a smart play. GPS functionality, health data galore, and live tracking are all a click—or voice command—away with the Fenix 8 Solar. Not only that, but the sun-powered display can last for up to 48 days. For reference, the PCT FKT is 46.5 days… but who’s counting? Actually, we’re counting, as Prime shoppers can save 100 bucks on both the 47mm and 51mm Fenix 8.

LifeStraw Personal Water Filter For $10 (43 percent off)

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Hiker Law #237: You can never have too many water filters. Snag one (or more) of the original sip-style water filters from LifeStraw during Prime Day, and you’ll score a double-digit discount. Not only will you save some dough, but more importantly, you might just save your gut from an agonizing dance with Giardia.

Sawyer Products Premium Permethrin Insect Repellent 2-Pack For $21 (40 percent off)

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Speaking of tiny things you want to avoid at all costs, let’s talk ticks. Sawyer’s spray-on Permethrin treatment is easily applied to hiking duds, and it reduces the risk of tick bites by a significantly. Our advice? Grab the largest size on offer, a two-pack that’ll treat ten outfits.

Garmin InReach Mini 2 For $310 (22 percent off)

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Garmin’s InReach Mini 2 lets you connect with loved ones or contact emergency services while you’re deep in the backcountry and far from cell service. This compact satellite communicator is an obligatory companion for many Backpacker team members, especially on solo sojourns. Currently heavily discounted for Prime Day, the lightweight lifesaver is well worth adding to your kit now if you don’t already have one.

Sea to Summit Ether Light XT Sleeping Pad For $149 (25 percent off)

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If you’re in the market for a comfy sleeping pad that isn’t too heavy, the Ether Light XT is a solid choice. Gram-counters will want to look elsewhere, at least for summer use, as the pad weighs 1.1 pounds. But at four inches thick, the springy, supportive mattress is comfy as can be. It’s constructed from a durable, heat-reflective, quiet fabric and lined with synthetic insulation, a combo that earns the Sea to Summit pad an R-value of 3.2. Translation? It’s ideal for spring through fall use in the mountains and year-round deployment in more moderate climes. We’ve tested the Ether Light XT on snow camping missions, too, using a closed-cell foam pad underneath, and stayed toasty down to temps of 20 degrees. While we’re fans of this pad even at full retail, backpackers can scoop this sleeping pad up for 25 percent off during Prime Day.

Sea to Summit Aeros Ultralight Inflatable Pillow for $41 (18 percent off)

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If you scoff at the very notion of a backpacking pillow, instead relying on a packed-down puffy or a pile of rocks, all power to you. If you’re less bare-bones, Sea to Summit’s Aeros ultralight inflatable pillow comes in a tangerine-size stuff sack and weighs a mere 2.1 ounces. It’s a welcome luxury for backpackers more concerned with counting sheep than counting grams, and it’s now on sale during Amazon Prime Day.

Oakley Sunglasses For Up To 43 Percent Off

There are heaps of Oakley sunnies on sale during the Prime Day event, so we’re highlighting a few in case you’re in the market.

Oakley Holbrook for $135 (43 percent off)

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A classic style from Oakley, the Holbrook sports a notched keyhole nose bridge and a squared frame with subtle contouring. It’s definitely more on the casual, everyday side of the sunglasses spectrum, but it’s more than capable of backpacking and hiking, too. You’ll find numerous colorways with various lens options available on Amazon, although discounts vary by product.

Oakley Sutro Rectangular Sunglasses For $115 (43 percent off)

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If you’re fast-packing, you might as well be packing some fast shades. These full-wrap, single-lens Oakley Sutros are tuned to the needs of mountain bikers, trail runners, and backcountry skiers, but a blisteringly fast backpacker can dig them, too. We were hyped to find colorways with Oakley’s top-of-the-line Prizm lenses available for 36 percent off.

Oakley Paracord for $147 (25 percent off)

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Another casual style, the Paracord is a unisex option that’s a little quieter in character than the Holbrook. The nosebridge is less aggressive, and you’ll notice a lack of visible hardware on the face of the frame for a more under-the-radar style. Prizm lenses, a durable frame, and grippy temples and nose pads make this pick a versatile choice, as it looks sharp in casual settings but can handle sweaty, sweltering hikes, too.

Oakley Women’s Unstoppable for $140 (29 percent off)

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We’re not sure if these Oakleys are retro or futuristic, but we’re sure they’re hip as hell and on sale during Prime Day. They feature a semi-rimless design that’s lightweight, minimalist, and ready for casual hikes and multi-day missions alike. Plus, they boast Oakley’s premium, contrast-enhancing Prizm lenses we know and love.

NESTOUT 5000mAh Power Bank For $38 (16 percent off)

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Charging your phone on the trail gets easier with this Nestout portable power bank. It’s super durable (it meets IP6X/IPX7 waterproof and shockproof ratings), weighs 4.9 ounces, and can charge your phone once or twice.

NESTOUT 15000mAh Power Bank For $57 (12 percent off)

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This Nestout power bank is similarly over-engineered and a bit beefier. To be honest, it’s heavier than we’d like for backpacking (.8 pounds), but it provides more juice for jumpstarting dead electronics. If you’re heading out on a longer trip, or are charging a camera in addition to your phone, the 1500mAh option might be a better move.

Merrell Moab 3 For Up To 49 Percent Off

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These are basically the Honda Accord of hiking footwear: affordable, dependable, and trusted by thousands across the globe. Certain colorways and sizes of Merrell’s ultra-popular Moab 3 mid-high hiking boot are discounted by up to 49 percent during Prime Day. Waterproof leather and mesh uppers combine with a shock-absorbent EVA midsole and toothy Vibram outsole for comfy, confident strides no matter the trail.

Amazon Basics 5-Shelf Adjustable Shelving For $37 (24 percent off)

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Is it backpacking gear? Not strictly, but we bet we know a few backpackers who need this: Tidy up your gear room or garage with these cost-effective, easily installed wire shelves from Amazon Basics.