Heads up, fellow gear nerds: It’s Small Business Sales Week. From now until May 19, a bunch of independently owned, small outdoor gear brands are offering deals. These up-and-coming brands are often run by a single person, or just a few folks, and make some seriously cool products, like trail food in fresh flavors, nifty gadgets, or ultralight, hand-sewn packs.
Use code SBSW2026 to save.
Shop small, support these entrepreneurs, and grab some cutting-edge gear.
Garage Grown Gear: 10% Off Select Gear
Garage Grown Gear (GGG) is the ultimate one-stop shop for niche, cottage outdoor brands. Use code SBSW2026 to save 10% on almost everything on the site. Ditch your plastic Smartwater bottles for sturdy, reusable alternatives from CNOC and Mazama. If you’re interested in switching from sleeping bags to lightweight quilts, GGG has got a bunch worth checking out.
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Sambob: 20% Off Sitewide
If you can’t visit Leadville, Colo., to get your hands on a Melanzana fleece, Sambob is a great alternative. Its lightweight fleeces are breathable, comfortable, and stylish to boot. It has both ready-to-ship and custom options so you can get exactly what you want. For a limited time, you can score 20% off a high-quality midlayer that you’ll use for years to come.
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LITE WERKS: 20% Off
Ultralight packs don’t have to be bare bones: They can be feature-rich and still light as a feather. LITE WERKS’ Daily Dose 55L pack is a prime example, and now it’s available for a deal. It’s got plenty of pockets and organization, as well as modular accessories and external attachment points.
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BearVault: 20% Off Classic Canisters
If you’re heading into bear country, bear-safe storage is an absolute must-have, and there’s no name as big in that game as BearVault. A bunch of its classic canisters — including the BV425 and BV500 — are on sale. Staying safe while saving money is a winning combo.
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Zpacks: 10% Off
Zpacks excel at making ultralight gear that is still comfortable. A GJ reviewer said its Duplex Lite Tent was roomy enough for two people, and perfect if you are just one person who wants space to lay out gear. Packs like the Arc Zip Ultra and Nero Pro are also on sale.
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Bowl & Kettle: 10% Off Meals
In the last decade, backpacking meals have come a long way. Say goodbye to boring, bland food and embrace some spice with meals from Bowl & Kettle. With meals like street corn grits and chicken tikka masala, you’ll be excited to sit down to dinner at camp after a long day of hiking.
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COBA: 25% Off
During long days on a backpacking trip, sugar and caffeine are absolute necessities, and COBA combines them both into one handy, delicious package. Its chocolate bars come in fun flavors like chai latte or matcha latte, made with organic and fair-trade ingredients. They’re all 25% off, so stock up!
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Kula Cloth: 20% Off
If you have to squat to pee in the woods, this one’s for you. Kula Cloths, reusable, anti-microbial pee cloths, are a mess-free, sustainable way to maintain your hygiene in the great outdoors. They come in a variety of fun patterns and designs, and are 20% off.
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Angry Pika Food Co.: 20% Off
If you’re ready to level up your granola experience, head over to Angry Pika Food Co. The Montana-based brand sells granola and cookies in bold flavors like coconut mango and lemon berry. The granola pouches have powdered milk, making breakfast on the trail as easy as pouring water into a pouch. Those with dietary or allergy restrictions take note: A bunch of products are nut- and gluten-free.
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Zenbivy: 25% Off Sitewide
Zenbivy makes some seriously innovative sleep solutions, like featherweight quilts for ultralighters and luxe self-inflating mattresses for car campers. Save 25% on everything, and an extra 10% on its sleep bundles, which include everything you need for an excellent night’s sleep in the backcountry.
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Alpine Fit: Up to 40% Off
Good outdoor apparel should be versatile, comfortable, and durable, and Alpine Fit’s clothing ticks all those boxes. Save up to 40% on fleeces, base layers, underwear, tees, and more until May 19.
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Symbiosis Gear: 20% Off the Aspen Backpack
Symbiosis Gear is all about one deceptively simple thing: Making gear that works for people with boobs. The brand designed the Aspen Backpack to better fit around breasts and be comfortable to wear for miles upon miles. Get one for 20% off, and both your boobs and your wallet will thank you.
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