As promised, The Black Friday/Cyber Monday 2021 deal thread to help our fellow r/campinggear readers some money for this upcoming holiday.

This may be the last chance you have in a while to score a good deal on new equipment. There is evidence to suggest that a 30% or higher price hike is coming to the outdoor industry due to the large problems with the global supply chain. (thanks u/explorerzam**)**

https://www.reddit.com/r/CampingGear/comments/qdnlzi/psa_from_an_outdoor_retailer/?utm_medium=android_app&utm_source=share

This thread focuses on retailers and e-commerce sites in the United States who sell multiple brands, are reputable businesses (ie not scam sites) and they ship and sell to anywhere in the US. I encourage you to check with the vendors directly and to use cashback sites like Activejunky.com and Topcashback.com to save as much money as possible in addition to these links.

Checkout Cashbackholic.com and cashbackmonitor.com to see what cashback sites are offering the highest cashback for whatever site you wish to shop at.

r/ultralight has a great thread on savings for individual manufacturers. I encourage you to check that thread too as there are awesome deals, especially from cottage manufacturers (ZPacks, Hammock Gear, Enlightened Equipment etc):

https://www.reddit.com/r/Ultralight/comments/qpic0g/black_friday_deals_2021/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf

This is the master thread for the 2021 Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales for the United States. Other countries can of course purchase from US retailers, but note that import duty and tariffs could wipe out any savings you have from a retailer in your home country.

Mods, I am requesting to make this a sticky thread so others can contribute to help save the readers some money.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to this sales thread for July 4 and Labor Day. I hope to have helped save fellow Redditors as much money as possible to help get more people into camping and the Backcountry. If you find additional retailers of note or sales please comment below and I will update this thread.

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Academy Sports:

Academy Sports is a huge sporting goods retailer from the southern US.

• Black Friday sale is expected to go live the week of November 22.

• Cashback Options: Cashback Options: Currently the highest cashback option is topcashback.com at 2%

  • 5% cashback on the Ducks Unlimited and US Bank Cash+ Visa if you have the Sporting Goods category activated as a cashback category.

• Rewards Program: Only available with Academy Sports credit card

• Free Shipping: Free shipping over $25

• Return Policy: 60 day return policy for a refund. Retailer does not pay for return labels. Items must have original tags and be in resalable condition.

• In store returns are free

  • https://www.academy.com/return-policyAls.com:

ALs.com

• Black Friday sale is expected to go live the week of November 22.

Als has launched a up to 25% off sale until Black Friday: Oboz, Prana, MSR, Thermarest, Osprey

• Cashback Options: Cashback Options: Currently the highest cashback option is topcashback.com at 7%, followed by Activejunky.com at 5%

  • 5% cashback on the Ducks Unlimited and US Bank Cash+ Visa if you have the Sporting Goods category activated as a cashback category.

• Rewards Program: None

• Free Shipping: Free shipping over $50

• Return Policy: 60 day return policy for a refund. Retailer does not pay for return labels. Items must have original tags and be in resalable condition.

  • https://www.als.com/termsconditions

Amazon:

Amazon.com is the world's largest ecommerce site.

• Amazon has announced that all Coleman and Marmot products will be 30% off on Black Friday:

  • https://press.aboutamazon.com/news-releases/news-release-details/amazon-announces-more-deals-ever-its-48-hour-black-friday-event

• Cashback Options: Cashback on Amazon products only through multiple cashback sites like topcashback.com

  • 5% cashback from the Chase Amazon Rewards Visa credit card. 5% cashback for Amazon.com purchases through Discover cards through 12/31/2021.

• Rewards Program: Amazon Prime offers free faster shipping

• Free Shipping: Free shipping on all items for Amazon Prime members and $35 for non members. Prime members get faster shipping usually within 1-5 business days.

• Return Policy: normally 30 days. Items need to have original packaging, but can be opened. Current holiday return policy is 1/21/2022. Retailer provides free returns to Kohls, Amazon warehouses, Whole Foods or at the UPS Store.

Aventuron

Aventuron is a outdoor retailer that specializes in overlanding gear.

• Aventuron has launched their Black Friday closeout sale. Various closeouts, mostly on clothing and jackets. https://aventuron.com/collections/closeout

• Cashback Options: Cashback Options: Currently the highest cashback option is Activejunky.com at 4%

• 5% cashback on the Ducks Unlimited and US Bank Cash+ Visa if you have the Sporting Goods category activated as a cashback category.

• Rewards Program: None

• Free Shipping: No free shipping.

• Return Policy: 30 day return policy for a refund. Retailer does not pay for return labels. Items must have original tags and be in resalable condition.

• https://aventuron.com/pages/returns-refunds-policy

Backcountry.com:

Keep in mind that many people don't like to support Backcountry because of:

• It is shilled by Dan Becker, Backcountry Exposure etc and many Youtubers who get gear for free. Most will disclose this, but not all will be this ethical.

• They are owned by venture capital companies and the original owners have nothing to do with the company any more.

• Backcountry went on a tirade in 2019 and decided to sue anyone and everyone with the name Backcountry in their name, which resulted in a mega backlash. r/ultralight and r/campinggear have multiple historic posts about this.

• If you want a background about the lawsuits I would consult the AMA thread that this subreddit did with the Colorado Sun writer Jason Blevins who broke the story: https://www.reddit.com/r/CampingGear/comments/drpmz8/ama_im_jason_blevins_the_outdoors_reporter_who/

Backcountry has launched their Cyber Sale for Black Friday. Up to 60% off various gear and they are also offering 20% off one full priced item for rewards program members.

• Outside of sale prices you can use 15% off coupon codes such as "danb15" etc to take 15% off. This can stack with the cashback offered by Backcountry as well.

• Cashback options: Activejunky.com is typically the highest paying, right now at 12%, but can go as high as 15%

  • 5% cashback on the Ducks Unlimited and US Bank Cash+ Visa if you have the Sporting Goods category activated as a cashback category.

• Rewards Program: Just launched. Offers 10% back in rewards on full priced items. Rewards can be spend immediately after earning.

• Free Shipping: Free shipping over $50

• Return Policy: Anytime return policy for unused items with tags attached. Used gear has to be returned in 30 days.

  • Backcountry charges a $8 return label charge. You can also use cheaper shipping yourself (such as USPS first class mail for very light weight items).

  • https://www.backcountry.com/sc/returnguarantee

Backcountrygear.com:

• Black Friday sale has begun. Multiple brands on sale. You can also get 20% off of the price of a full priced item by using the coupon code "SNOW20"

Currently has a sale on up to 30% off various items (thanks r/ultralight)

• Cashback options: 10% cashback through activejunky.com.

  • 5% cashback on the Ducks Unlimited and US Bank Cash+ Visa if you have the Sporting Goods category activated as a cashback category.

• Rewards Program: None

• Free Shipping: Free shipping over $50

• Return Policy: 60 day return policy for full refund. Items must still have the tags and be in sellable condition.

  • https://www.backcountrygear.com/return-policy#:~:text=As%20long%20as%20you%20return,packaging%20for%20a%20full%20refund

Back Woods:

Backwoods is a large outdoor retailer from Texas.

• Black Friday sale is expected to go live the week of November 22.

• Cashback options: 4% at Sunshine Rewards, 1% at Acitvejunky.com typically

  • 5% cashback on the Ducks Unlimited and US Bank Cash+ Visa if you have the Sporting Goods category activated as a cashback category.

• Rewards Program: None

• Free Shipping: Free shipping over $49

• Return Policy: 30 day return policy for full refund. Items must still have the tags and be in sellable condition.

  • https://backwoods.com/shipping-returns

Bass Pro Shops/Cabelas:

Note: There is some negative sentiment towards Bass Pro after they purchased Cabela's.

• Black Friday sale is expected to go live the week of November 22. Pre-black Friday sale is love now.

  • Cashback options: Highest amount at Activejunky.com usually.

  • 5% cashback on the Ducks Unlimited and US Bank Cash+ Visa if you have the Sporting Goods category activated as a cashback category.

• Rewards Program: Only available with their credit card. 2% back.

• Free Shipping: Free shipping over $50. Free in store pickup.

• Return Policy: Free returns and they will will provide a UPS Ground return label after issuing a RMA. 60 day return policy for a full refund; anything over 60 days requires manager's approval.

  • Items must be in sellable condition to be returned. More strict than REI

  • https://basspro.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/15/related/1/session/L2F2LzEvdGltZS8xNjIxNTUyODQ5L3NpZC9lTm1STHNicA%3D%3D

BentGate:

BentGate is a gear retailer based out of Golden CO (thanks u/thecoloradosun/Jason Blevins)

• Black Friday sale is expected to go live the week of November 22.

• Cashback options: None. Retailer does not participate in cashback sites.

  • 5% cashback on the Ducks Unlimited and US Bank Cash+ Visa if you have the Sporting Goods category activated as a cashback category.

• Rewards Program: None

• Free Shipping: Free Shipping over $99

• Return Policy: 30 day return policy. Item must be in new condition with tags and packaging. Over 30 days in manager's discretion. No free return labels.

Bob Ward's

Bob Ward's is a small chain outdoor retailer from Missoula Montana and ships US wide.

• Black Friday sale is expected to go live the week of November 22.

• Cashback options: Highest cashback is typically at Activejunky.com, currently 5%.

• 5% cashback on the Ducks Unlimited and US Bank Cash+ Visa if you have the Sporting Goods category activated as a cashback category.

• Rewards Program: None

• Free Shipping: Free shipping for Good Sam members over $49; everyone else it is $99. Free in store pickup and ship to store.

• Return Policy: unlimited return policy. Items must be in new and sellable condition:

• https://www.bobwards.com/returns.cfm

Camping World / Gander Mountain:

Camping World mostly focuses on the RV crowd, but they do sell car camping equipment too.

• Black Friday sale is expected to go live the week of November 22.

• Cashback options: Highest cashback is typically at TopCashback.com, currently 4%.

  • 5% cashback on the Ducks Unlimited and US Bank Cash+ Visa if you have the Sporting Goods category activated as a cashback category.

• Rewards Program: The "Good Sam" program is a paid program with different tiers of benefits depending on which plan you sign up for.

  • https://www.campingworld.com/join-goodsam

• Free Shipping: Free shipping for Good Sam members over $49; everyone else it is $99. Free in store pickup and ship to store.

• Return Policy: 30 day return policy on electronics, 90 days on everything else. Good Sam members basically have an unlimited return policy assuming the Good Sam membership is still active. No free return labels.

  • https://www.campingworld.com/helpcenter#easyReturn

Campman.com

Campman.com is a online retailer based out of Sandy, UT that focuses on mountaineering equipment.

• Black Friday sale is live. Deals on Exped, Thermarest, MSR etc

  • 20% off coupon codes are available for new customers

• Cashback options: None. Retailer does not participate in cashback sites.

  • 5% cashback on the Ducks Unlimited and US Bank Cash+ Visa if you have the Sporting Goods category activated as a cashback category.

• Rewards Program: None

• Free Shipping: Free shipping over $50

• Return Policy: 60 day return policy. Retailer does not provide free return labels.

  • Items must be in sellable condition with tags to be returned.

  • https://www.campman.com/shipping-returns/

[Campmor.com] (https://Campmor.com):

• Black Friday sale is live. The sale catalog has been posted: https://www.campmor.com/pages/cyber-week-deals

• Cashback options: Highest cashback is typically at TopCashback.com, currently 4%.

  • 5% cashback on the Ducks Unlimited and US Bank Cash+ Visa if you have the Sporting Goods category activated as a cashback category.

• Rewards Program: 1 point per dollar, $10 discount after 200 points. Additional points for following them on social media: https://www.campmor.com/pages/loyalty-rewards

• Free Shipping: Free shipping over $50

• Return Policy: 90 day return policy. Retailer does not provide free return labels.

  • Items must be in sellable condition to be returned. More strict than REI. https://www.campmor.com/pages/return-policy

CampSaver.com:

• Black Friday sale has started. 20% any full priced item and 20% off any outlet item using the coupon code "TWENTY". Good until 12/6.

  • CampSaver.com currently has 15% off at the outlet using coupon code "FIFTEEN"

  • CampSaver offers a 20% off coupon for new customers on any full priced item

• 20% off coupons for regular priced items are available for non-sale items for first time customers when you sign up for their e-mail list.

• Cashback options: None. Retailer does not participate in cash back sites.

  • 5% cashback on the Ducks Unlimited and US Bank Cash+ Visa if you have the Sporting Goods category activated as a cashback category.

• Rewards Program: 5% back in rewards for full priced items (no rewards when using a coupon code). Select higher rewards on items they are trying to clear out.

  • https://www.campsaver.com/campsaver-rewards.html

• Free Shipping: Free shipping over $50

• Return Policy: Free returns and they will will provide a UPS Ground return label after issuing a RMA. 60 day return policy for a full refund and a store gift card after 60 days.

  • Items must be in sellable condition to be returned. More strict than REI

  • https://www.campsaver.com/return-policy.html

The Clymb

• Black Friday sale is expected to go live the week of November 22.

• Cashback Options: 4% through Activejunky.com

  • 5% cashback on the Ducks Unlimited and US Bank Cash+ Visa if you have the Sporting Goods category activated as a cashback category.

• Rewards Program: None

• Free Shipping: Free shipping is available if you add an item from "The Clymb shop".

• Return Policy: 90 Days. Free return labels if you choose store credit, otherwise $8.95 for a return label. Item must have tags and be in sellable condition:

  • https://www.theclymb.com/ccare_returns.aspx

Decathlon:

Decathlon is a direct manufacturer and retailer of many sporting goods categories. In particular for camping their merino wool and trek series of shirts/pants and their trek down jackets are excellent quality and near 50% cheaper than competitors like SmartWool and Mountain Hardware.

• Black Friday sale is live. New offer is 15-40% off various items

• Cashback Options: None. Retailer does not participate in cash back sites.

  • 5% cashback on the Ducks Unlimited and US Bank Cash+ Visa if you have the Sporting Goods category activated as a cashback category.

• Free Shipping: Free shipping over $40. Free in store pickup for any order size.

• Return Policy: 365 Days. Free return labels and in-store returns.

Dick's Sporting Goods/Field and Stream:

• Black Friday sale is expected to go live the week of November 22. Pre-Black Friday flash sale has started: https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/f/outdoor-living-flash-spring2019

• Cashback Options: Retailer is stingy. Best cashback right now is 2% at Givingassist.com and 1% at Rakuten.com

  • 5% cashback on the Ducks Unlimited and US Bank Cash+ Visa if you have the Sporting Goods category activated as a cashback category.

• Rewards Program: Nationwide at Dicks and Field and Stream: ScoreCard. $10 reward for every $300 you spend (sale or full priced items).

• Free Shipping: Free shipping over $50. Free in store pickup for any order size.

• Return Policy: 90 Days. No free return labels, though in-store return is free at Dicks and Field and Stream:

  • https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/s/return-policy#:~:text=DICK%27S%20Return%20Policy-,DICK%27S%20Sporting%20Goods%2C%20Calia%2C%20Golf%20Galaxy%20and%20Field%20%26%20Stream,the%20initial%20form%20of%20payment.

Dunham's Sports (https://www.dunhamssports.com):

Dunham's Sports is a budget to mid tier sporting goods retailer from Auburn Hills, MI serving the midwest.

• Black Friday sale is expected to go live the week of November 22.

• Cashback Options: Retailer does not participate in cashback sites

  • 5% cashback on the Ducks Unlimited and US Bank Cash+ Visa if you have the Sporting Goods category activated as a cashback category.

• Rewards Program: Must sign up for their e-mail list to enroll

  • https://cloud.dunhamssports-email.com/signup

• Free Shipping: No Free shipping. Free ship to store.

• Return Policy: 60 Days. No free return labels, though in-store return is free at Dicks and Field and Stream:

  • https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/s/return-policy#:~:text=DICK%27S%20Return%20Policy-,DICK%27S%20Sporting%20Goods%2C%20Calia%2C%20Golf%20Galaxy%20and%20Field%20%26%20Stream,the%20initial%20form%20of%20payment.

Eastern Mountain Sports

• Black Friday sale is live. In addition you can get a $20 gift card for spending over $100.

  • https://www.ems.com/deals?ab=11022021_SaleLP_BlackFriday

• Cashback options: Activejunky.com offers a modest 2% cashback.

  • 5% cashback on the Ducks Unlimited and US Bank Cash+ Visa if you have the Sporting Goods category activated as a cashback category.

• Rewards Program: EMS Rewards Program:

  • https://www.ems.com/ems-rewards-program-frequently-asked-questions

• Free Shipping: No free shipping

• Return Policy: 28 day return policy. EMS does not provide return shipping labels (paid or otherwise)

  • https://www.ems.com/return-policy

EnWild.com

• Black Friday Month Sale has started: https://www.enwild.com/on-sale.html

• New customers can sign up for a 20% off coupon for any full priced item

• Cashback options: None. Retailer does not participate in cash back sites.

  • 5% cashback on the Ducks Unlimited and US Bank Cash+ Visa if you have the Sporting Goods category activated as a cashback category.

• Rewards Program: 5% in rewards for each item you review.

  • https://www.enwild.com/reward-points

• Free Shipping: Free shipping over $50

• Return Policy: 60 day return policy for full refund, however retailer charges a $7 fee for a UPS Ground return label. Returns for store credit do not have a fee for a label. Returns after 60 days are store credit only.

  • https://www.enwild.com/returns#:~:text=The%20Basics%20of%20Our%20Return,it%20back%20no%20matter%20what.

Everestgear.com

Everest Gear is a small e-retailer based out of Granville Ohio. They focus more on mountaineering, but they do have standard camping and backpacking gear as well.

• EverestGear.com has launched their Labor Day sale. Multiple categories on sale such as sleeping bags, quilts, tents etc.

• Sale starts 8/27 and ends 9/6

• Cashback options: None. Retailer does not participate in cashback sites.

• 5% cashback on the Ducks Unlimited and US Bank Cash+ Visa if you have the Sporting Goods category activated as a cashback category.

• Rewards Program: None.

• Free Shipping: Free shipping over $50

• Return Policy: 45 days for a refund. From day 46-75 store credit only.

• Retailer does not provide shipping labels

• https://www.everestgear.com/easy-returns.html

Evo.com

• Black Friday sale is live. Multiple great deals on Exped, Rumpl, Copaxi, Rumpl, Nemo etc

• Cashback options: Kiindly.com is the only cashback site available for evo.com. at 3.5%.

  • 5% cashback on the Ducks Unlimited and US Bank Cash+ Visa if you have the Sporting Goods category activated as a cashback category.

• Rewards Program: None.

• Free Shipping: Free shipping over $50

• Return Policy: 366 day return policy for unused items with tags attached.

  • Evo charges a $7 return label fee

  • https://www.evo.com/returns