Backcountry Just Kicked Off Its Massive Early Black Friday Sale With 15,000 Deals—Here Are the 37 Best Ones

Black Friday is still weeks away, but the deals are already starting to appear across a range of online retailers. One that’s diving right into the sale season with markdowns up to 70 percent off is Backcountry, a virtual emporium curating all the best in outdoor clothing and gear. Rather than easing into November with a few dozen discounts on out-of-season pieces, it has fully committed with almost 15,000 sale items, including winter jackets, base layers, cold-weather hiking boots, and more. 

We found can’t-miss discounts on The North Face, Columbia, Outdoor Research, and Merrell. Keep scrolling for 37 of the best Backcountry early Black Friday deals—chosen by me, an avid hiker, camper, and all-around gear enthusiast.

Best Backcountry Early Black Friday Deals

Kick off your holiday shopping with major deals on outdoor apparel, ski and snowboard gear, bags, shoes, and more. Warm layers like this The North Face quarter-zip pullover and this Outdoor Research puffer coat are already half off or more. Backcountry has discounted thousands of clothing items for both men and women, as well as adventure accessories like ski goggles and hydration packs. Keep checking Backcountry’s sale section for more deals as Black Friday approaches.

Best Clothing Deals

You’ll stay warm all winter with Backcountry’s near-endless deals on hoodies, joggers, leggings, pullovers, and shackets—fleece and flannel abound. The top markdowns in clothing include half off a pair of cool Dickies cargo pants, a lightweight half-zip sweatshirt from Mountain Hardwear, and a cozy The North Face midlayer. For men, we found a Columbia shirt jacket for 60 percent off, as well as comfy pants and a versatile flannel.

The North Face Women’s Evolution Full-zip Hoodie, $42 (originally $70)
Dickies Women’s Newington Cargo Pants, $43 (originally $85)
FP Movement Women’s Righteous Runsie, $59 (originally $98)
TravisMathew Women’s Moveknit Bonded Leggings, $60 (originally $100)
The North Face Women’s Canyonlands Pullover, $44 (originally $80)
Backcountry Women’s Destination Tank Top, $36 (originally $44)
Mountain Hardwear Women’s Microchill Pullover, $40 (originally $80)
Columbia Men’s Windward II Shirt Jacket, $50 (originally $110)
The North Face Men’s Mountain Athletics Fleece Pants, $52 (originally $80)
Billabong Men’s Furnace Flannel Shirt, $40 (originally $80)

Mountain Hardwear Women’s Microchill Pullover

This cozy half-zip provides essential warmth on chilly hikes and all other forms of cold-weather outdoor adventure. It’s made of soft recycled polyester microfleece and features elastic banding around the neck, wrists, and hemline to keep your body heat in. A reviewer called it “extremely versatile and great for layering under and over.” It’s half the original $80 price ahead of Black Friday.

Columbia Men’s Windward II Shirt Jacket

A plaid shacket belongs in every man’s capsule winter wardrobe. This Columbia version, currently 55 percent off, is lined with plush fleece for added warmth. The insulated shirt jacket is practical for activities but also serves as a stylish top layer. The abundance of pockets—two on the chest and two on the sides—makes it extra useful for travel.

Best Shoe Deals

It’s rare to find quality hiking shoes and boots under $100, but with about 750 items on sale in Backcountry’s footwear section, options are plentiful. Below, you’ll find a pair of top-rated Merrell trail runners, waterproof Chelsea boots you could easily wear on wet city walkabouts, and a pair of all-purpose Teva adventure sandals to save for warmer temperatures. Whether you’re planning a big backpacking excursion or just hoping to keep up with your weekly runs in the winter, you’ll find eight great deals on athletic shoes here.

Merrell Women’s Antora 3 Trail Running Shoes

There are more than 150 Merrell hiking shoes and boots on sale at Backcountry. With almost 200 ratings, these 35-percent-off Antora 3 Trail Running Shoes (the best-selling in their category) are a pre-Black Friday highlight. Special features include their grippy Vibram outsoles, cushiony FloatPro Foam pods, and extra underfoot protection against rocks and uneven terrain. You don’t have to be a trail runner to love them.

Columbia Men’s Facet 75 Outdry Hiking Shoes

These Columbia shoes are specially designed for wet and rugged hikes, which makes them particularly equipped for winter. The OutDry waterproof membrane guarantees that your feet can still breathe while protecting them from the elements, while the Adapt Trax outsole offers enhanced traction. The shoes are made with a smart locking system that keeps them secure on your feet. “They’re completely waterproof–your feet stay dry even in heavy rain or when you step in puddles,” wrote one reviewer, calling them a “practical and stylish choice for both city and outdoor adventures.”

Best Winter Jacket Deals

Even if the last warm days of the year are still hanging on, winter is definitely coming. Jackets are a main feature of Backcountry’s early Black Friday sale, just in time for the chill to really set in. Included is a popular The North Face puffer with hundreds of five-star ratings, as well as a cute boxy Marmot coat that’s now a whopping 70 percent off. In the men’s section, technical coats are also quite trendy—just look at Columbia’s stylish take on a classic bomber jacket.

Stoic Women’s Cropped Boxy Snap-front Puffer

A technical layer with a trendy silhouette, the Stoic Cropped Boxy Snap-front Puffer is an unbelievable deal at under $50. The jacket is fully synthetic (no real feathers) with a high collar, deep pockets, and a hem that tightens to trap warmth. The polyester composition also helps to block out moisture, unlike natural materials. One customer who tested it in freezing temperatures actually called it the best jacket ever: “Now that I have a proper and effective winter coat, I am playing in the snow and going on walks for the fun of it.”

The North Face Men’s Aconcagua 3 Jacket

Take advantage of 50 percent off this best-selling The North Face jacket for Black Friday. It has maintained a five-star overall rating at Backcountry after being reviewed almost 900 times. While other down jackets feature down filling all over, the Aconcagua 3 mixes traditional down with synthetic insulation in the torso, which improves its breathability and maximizes warmth and moisture resistance. It’s available in 14 colors, and six of them are half price right now.

Best Ski and Snowboard Gear Deals

Need a new suit for the slopes this season? How about a fresh pair of goggles or a new set of poles for a ski-obsessed friend? Backcountry has it all, down to the skis and snowboards themselves. We found a pair of last-season Rossignol skis at almost half price, and even bigger discounts on clothing, like these Outdoor Research snow pants that are up to 70 percent off. 

Burton Women’s Lelah Jacket

Prepare for your weekends on the slopes with a new ski jacket. The 30-percent-off Lelah style by Burton has all the necessary bells and whistles. It combines a totally waterproof shell with featherlight insulation, breathable mesh vents, ample internal pockets, and a removable skirt that seals out snow. Reviewers say the longer silhouette “is great for cold, windy ski days.”

686 Men’s GT Gore-tex Pants

These 686 snowboarding pants are 30 percent off in two colors, green and khaki. Their two layers of Gore-tex and built-in leg gaiters ensure you stay dry on the sloppiest runs, while mesh vents prevent you from overheating on warm days. An adjustable internal waistband and reinforced patches ensure they never slide down or tear, even when you wipe out.

Best Bag and Backpack Deals

Don’t miss out on luggage deals while you’re stocking up on outdoor apparel and gear. Backcountry has carriers in all shapes and sizes, from belt bags to hydration packs, and crossbodies to full-blown wheeled suitcases. Snag an Osprey backpack for 25 percent off, or upgrade your worn-out weekender to this Mountain Hardwear duffel packed with organizational features. Need something to throw over your shoulder on your next trip? We found a Dakine crossbody bag for just $17.

Mountain Hardwear Camp Tough Duffel 50L

This clever Mountain Hardwear bag combines everything you like about a duffel and wheeled carry-on. It features a boxy clamshell design and an internal modular organization system that might even eliminate the need for packing cubes. It’s lined and protected with water-resistant polyester, highly rated for durability. On the outside, you get even more pockets, so the gear you need most often is always easy to access.

Dakine Jive Shoulder Bag

One of the most affordable and useful items we found in Backcountry’s early Black Friday sale is a travel-ready shoulder bag marked down to just $17. The basic crossbody is made with a rugged ripstop nylon material and contains lots of secure zipper pockets, so everything stays safe and organized. It comes in 14 colors, all on sale now.

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