Anyone would be thrilled to own this." At 50% off, this duffel is one of the best steals hidden in REI's sale. This compact bag is great for bringing to the gym or the office, but it can also be stretched into being an overnight bag if you don't overstuff it.

REI is hosting a huge early Cyber Monday sale with hundreds of must-have deals on travel gear and outdoor essentials. Read on to shop the 55 best markdowns available this weekend, from The North Face jackets to Columbia hiking boots — starting at $15.

REI doesn't do Black Friday. The US-based outdoor adventure store, which boasts a massive bike section among snow, hike and camping gear, instead chooses to OptOutside, closing all of its stores for the day.