A Marine just got a $700 North Face tent for $280. An Army family saved $4,000 on their complete camping setup. These aren’t clearance deals or special sales – they’re everyday military discounts that most service members don’t know about. And the best part? Most of these stack with regular sales.
REI’s Secret Military Program
Forget that annual REI garage sale. Military members are accessing deals that make those look expensive. While REI doesn’t advertise it much, they offer a 20% military discount that works on almost everything. An Air Force family just decked out their hiking gear for half what their civilian friends paid.
The real magic happens when you combine this with REI’s member dividends. “Got our family’s camping setup – tent, sleeping bags, pads, everything – during a sale,” shares Army Staff Sergeant Mike Chen. “Stacked the military discount on top, then got $230 back in dividends. Total savings hit $1,800.” Even better? The discount works on bikes and boat gear too.
North Face’s Military Appreciation
North Face goes beyond that basic 10% military discount you see online. Register through ID.me, and you’ll unlock 40% off everything – gear, clothing, even their premium expedition stuff. One Navy family equipped their whole crew for winter hiking: “Four Summit Series jackets for less than the regular price of one. Saved over $2,000 just on outerwear.”
The hidden perk? This discount works at North Face outlet stores too. Stack it with clearance prices, and you’re looking at up to 75% off retail. Plus, they extend the discount to spouses and dependents – each family member can get their own 40% off code.
Patagonia’s Unpublished Military Deal
Patagonia keeps quiet about its military program, but it’s a game-changer. Military members get 40% off, and it works on everything – even their brand-new releases and limited editions. A Marine couple saved $900 on ski gear: “Got two full setups with shells, insulation layers, and base layers. Better quality than rental gear for less than a week’s rental cost.”
The real winner? Their military discount applies to repairs and alterations too. Send in your worn Patagonia gear, and they’ll fix it for way less than civilian prices. Some repairs are even free for military members.
Columbia’s Double-Dip Discounts
Columbia’s military discount starts at 40%, but smart shoppers save even more. Their outlet stores honor the military discount on already-reduced prices. One Army family geared up for a year of outdoor adventures: “Got rain gear, hiking boots, and cold weather stuff for everyone. Saved over $2,100 by hitting the outlet with our military discount.”
Pro tip: Sign up for their military program through ID.me before big holiday sales. Columbia often sends military members early access codes and extra discounts. Some families report saving up to 70% during these events.
YETI’s Hidden Military Benefits
YETI’s known for never going on sale, but military members get 20% off everything. That discount works on coolers, bags, chairs – even their newest releases. Coast Guard family saved $480 on their beach setup: “Got the big cooler, four chairs, and dry bags. Finally have gear that lasts.”
The secret? Their military discount stacks with their bundle deals. Buy a package of YETI gear, and you’ll save even more. Plus, they offer military-exclusive colors not available to regular customers.
Garmin’s Service Member Savings
Garmin slashes prices by 30% for military members across their entire line. GPS units, smartwatches, fish finders – everything’s discounted. An Air Force pilot got their premium pilot watch for less than their basic models cost: “Same watch my civilian flying buddies paid $800 for. Got it for $490 with military pricing.”
Best part? The discount works on newly released products. No waiting for sales or special events. You can get the latest tech right away for way less than retail.
Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Military Magic
These outdoor giants offer 5% off everything for military members, but that’s just the start. Stack it with their club card and sales for serious savings. A Navy family saved $3,200 on their fishing setup: “Boats, motors, electronics – everything was already on sale. Military discount took it lower, then got points back on the club card.”
Inside tip: Their military discount works at their restaurants and hotels too. Planning an outdoor adventure? You can save on gear and lodging at their resorts.
Backcountry’s Underground Military Deals
Backcountry.com’s military program is a well-kept secret. Register through ID.me for 20% off, but here’s the kicker – it works on sale items too. One Marine family saved $1,700 on ski equipment: “Got everyone fitted with new gear. Better stuff than we planned because of the double discounts.”
The hidden benefit? Their military discount applies to their bike shop and premium camping brands that rarely see discounts. You can get high-end gear at mid-range prices.
Big Agnes’ Service Member Support
Big Agnes takes 40% off for military members. Their premium tents, sleeping bags, and camp furniture suddenly become affordable. An Army couple upgraded their entire camp setup: “Got their ultralight tent and sleep system for less than REI’s basic gear. Saved $850 just on the tent and bags.”
Pro move: Their military discount works on their pro deals site too. Stack these discounts for up to 60% off retail during season changes.
Outdoor Research’s Elite Pricing
Outdoor Research gives military members pro-deal pricing – that’s 50% off everything. Their premium shells and insulation suddenly cost less than basic gear at regular stores. One Air Force family geared up for winter mountaineering: “Complete setups for both of us, from base layers to shells. Saved over $1,400 versus retail.”
Bonus? Their military discount includes their Infinite Guarantee. Any gear that fails gets replaced free, no questions asked. That’s on top of the half-off pricing.
Your Adventures Should Cost Less
These military discounts make premium outdoor gear affordable. No more settling for budget gear that fails when you need it most. Your service earned these benefits – use them to get the best equipment without breaking the bank. Share these deals with your military community; everyone deserves great gear at these prices.
