The 26 best Black Friday deals for travelers and adventurers
We found the best discounts on luggage, camping gear, and accessories for you this holiday season.
We’ve sifted through hundreds of products from our favorite brands to find the best Black Friday discounts on travel and outdoor gear this year. From duffel bags and backpacks to coolers and jackets, here’s what’s on our list. But before you buy, read up on our guide for shopping more sustainably online.
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Best Black Friday luggage deals
Good quality luggage can last a lifetime, but it can also be expensive. Luckily, you can score a Black Friday deal on all sorts of luggage, including travel backpacks, weekender bags, carry-on bags, and even packing cubes.
Calpak Luka Backpack
A key feature of this backpack? Pockets galore. There are pockets for shoes, a15-inch laptop, and anything else a light traveler may need. It’s lightweight, made with scratch-resistant materials, and has a strap to set it on top of your rolling luggage for easy transport.
(Here are the 8 best backpacks for travel)
Calpak Luka Duffel
This lightweight duffel is made with scratch-resistant materials and has an external compartment for dirty shoes. It has plenty of interior and exterior pockets, plus it’s made to resist water.
Calpak Packing Cubes
With five cubes, this set can help over-packers keep all of their things organized and labeled. The packs come in lots of bright colors and patterns and are made to be water-resistant with breathable mesh.
Cotopaxi Coso Cada Día Hip Pack
This 100-percent recycled fanny pack is one of our top picks for hands-free travel. We love the fleece-lined phone pocket and side compression straps for cinching in your stuff. Two zippered pockets—one in the front and another in the back—securely stash your passport or wallet.
Samsonite Freeform Carry-On Spinner
Built to take the brunt of frequent travel, this Samsonite carry-on bag is a top pick. It has plenty of pockets but expands if you need room for souvenirs. The TSA-approved locks make security a breeze and the double-wheel design makes this bag easy to maneuver.
(Our top picks for carry-ons help you travel light)
Samsonite Outline Pro Large Spinner
If you don’t mind checking a bag, this large suitcase from Samsonite may be worth a look. It’s made with a polypropylene shell, top and side grips for easy lifting, and an adjustable telescoping handle. We like that it expands one-and-a-half inches and comes with four spinner wheels.
Monos Metro Carry-All Duffel
This stylish and spacious duffel bag is made of vegan leather and features roomy interior compartments for tech items, an interior water bottle pocket, and exterior pockets with magnetic clasps. We like the padded shoulder strap for extra comfort when traveling.
(Here’s what you can—and can’t pack in a carry-on)
Best Black Friday deals on outdoor gear
We’ve found some of the best Black Friday sales on outdoor gear and essentials. From water bottles and coolers to binoculars and tents, these are our top picks.
Solo Stove Bonfire
Take the bonfire camping or to the beach with this portable stove. You won’t have to worry about smoke getting in your eyes, thanks to the 360-degree airflow system. It comes with a convenient carrying case too.
Stanley IceFlow Bottle with Fast Flow Lid
Stay hydrated on the go with this lightweight BPA-free water bottle. It’s made to prevent leaks, with a tilted lid for easy pouring. The stainless-steel bottle with double-walled vacuum insulation helps keep drinks cold for eight hours and stores ice for 40 hours, according to the company. We also appreciate the wide handle with its built-in lid clip.
Brumate Tumbler
Brumate Tumbler
Sleekly designed, the Brumate tumbler comes in two versions—with or without a handle—in a variety of pastel colors and sizes. Like other bottles, it’s designed to be leakproof, with a nifty twist off/on lid, and a cup-holder friendly base. The maker says it’ll keep drinks cold for 24 hours and hot for six.
Corkcicle Sierra Tumbler
Sierra tumblers come in attractive nature-inspired colors, from seafoam green to one resembling wood grain. This tumbler is triple insulated to help keep drinks cold for up to nine hours and hot for up to three hours. We like the tapered style, which will fit in most cup holders, and that the lid is made to be shatterproof—perfect for travel.
Corkcicle Lotus Backpack Cooler
This 100-precent recycled cooler-backpack is a great addition for any hike, ski trip, or cycling expedition. It's made to hold 24 cans or 18 cans and two wine bottles, with a food-safe interior liner, an expandable side pocket, and adjustable padded shoulder straps for extra comfort.
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Corkcicle Travel Coffee Mug
According to the manufacturer, this triple-insulated coffee mug keeps drinks hot for up to three hours. It has a sliding lid made to be shatterproof, a silicone bottom, and flat sides for a comfortable grip. We love that it’s made of long-lasting stainless steel.
Nocs Provisions Field Issue 10x32 Bundle
Nocs Provisions Binoculars
One of our favorites, the Nocs Field Issue is made to be waterproof, fog proof, and easy to grip. Now they’re on sale in a bundle that includes a strap and a photo rig, so you can take cellphone pictures.
Best Black Friday deals on clothes & accessories
The right clothes, shoes, and accessories are important for any journey. We’ve gathered the best Black Friday deals on our favorites, including cozy airplane sets, warm base layers, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
Cozy Earth Long Sleeve Bamboo Pajama Set
A cozy pair of pajamas can help make you feel at home no matter where your travels take you. We love this soft, stretchy knit set made from bamboo-based viscose. They come in more than 20 colors in a wide range of sizes, from petite to tall and extra small to double-extra large.
Cozy Earth Bamboo Jogger Set
Nothing beats a cozy outfit for long days of traveling. These are made from bamboo viscose, which is temperature-regulating and breathable, with four-way stretch.
Cotopaxi Fuego Hooded Down Jacket
This colorful hooded jacket is a cold-season staple. It’s made with water-repellent nylon and responsibly sourced down. It’s lightweight and even folds into one of the pockets that tucks neatly into a carry-on.
Unbound Merino Compact Travel Hoodie
Some of our favorite travel clothes are made of merino wool. It’s naturally antibacterial, so it fights odor even after weeks of wear. This lightweight hoodie is versatile, dries fast, and works in all seasons worn on its own or under a parka.
Unbound Merino Travel Pants
These minimalist merino wool pants hardly take up space in your bag. Soft and comfortable, they’re especially ideal for those long flights when you want to be comfortable while looking put together.
Glasses USA Ray-Ban RB2132 New Wayfarer
Ray-Ban Sunglasses
A pair of classic Ray-Ban sunglasses never goes out of style. This is a great time to grab a pair for your travels, with a variety of lens types for sale, from polarized to mirrored. Not sure which one to get? Try them on virtually via the website.
Glasses USA Oakley OO9102 Holbrook
Oakley Sunglasses
Oakley’s Holbrook frames are perfect for outdoor recreation. They have thick arms for stability and high-definition lenses for clear vision. Plus, we love that you can try them on through the website.
Arc'teryx Atom Hoody
Our writer loved this hoodie for a trip to Antarctica. It’s a versatile midlayer that's breathable, water-resistant, and warm.
Arc'teryx Beta Jacket
This lightweight Gore-Tex jacket is windproof, waterproof, and breathable. It’s made with an adjustable hood and reflectors for enhanced visibility. Note: Only certain colorways are on sale.
North Face Slippers Thermoball V Traction Mules
These fleece-lined slip-ons are perfect for warming up your toes after a long winter hike or day on the slopes. We like that they have a grippy sole and are lightweight and easy to pack.
(Here are the best shoes for every kind of traveler)
Eddie Bauer Chilali Faux Shearling Fleece Jacket
This classic fleece jacket is a best-seller that’s great for cool weather. It’s got a mock turtleneck style for a little extra warmth, a full-zip closure, and a handy zippered chest pocket.
Eddie Bauer Essential Down Vest
This lightweight, water-repellant down vest makes a great layering piece under a parka, but it’s also warm enough on its own for cool days. We like the adjustable hood and classic fit.
