REI Co-op Black Friday 2026: Rain Layers and Insulated Staples to Watch

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REI Co-op began in Seattle in 1938, when climbers Lloyd and Mary Anderson started importing better ice axes after they could not find the quality they wanted locally. REI's history records 23 founding members, each paying $1, and the brand's own About page says its first store was a shelf in a gas station. I like that the co-op's original pitch was not about technical status but about making reliable gear and the outdoors easier to reach together.

In 2025, REI's annual Holiday Sale ran Nov 14 to Nov 24; CNN Underscored reported select deals up to 50% off and a member code, HOLIDAY2025, for 20% off one full-price item and an extra 20% off one REI Outlet item. REI closes stores on Black Friday under Opt Outside, so its 2025 promotion ran ahead of the day rather than as an in-store doorbuster. Black Friday 2026 is Nov 27 and Cyber Monday is Nov 30. REI has announced a limited 2026 Holiday Sale bonus: members buying a single $130+ gift card Nov 3-12 receive $25 to use Nov 24-Dec 3; broader Black Friday discount terms have not been announced.

Rainier Rain Jacket ($99.95) is the straightforward pick if you want a 2.5-layer shell with pit zips; the Rainier Long Line ($139) gives a longer cut. The XeroCloud 3L ($189) is REI's more technical backpacking shell, with a 3-layer waterproof build, stretchy fabric and a packable pocket, while the Trailmade Rain Jacket ($79.95) has a relaxed fit for layering. I would try your normal midlayer underneath and check the hood and pit-zip placement before deciding. Skip buying both Rainier cuts unless you need their different coverage; the other big decision is whether you need XeroCloud's extra technical spec.

REI Co-op's insulation lineup runs from everyday warmth to more technical layers. The 650 Down Jacket ($129) is a 650-fill option for chilly walks; Magma 850 Down Hoodie ($259) is the lighter, more technical packable goose-down layer. For longer cold-weather coverage, Campwell Down Parka ($239) pairs extra length with 650-fill down, while Stormhenge 850 Down Hybrid Parka ($299) combines down and recycled fill in a waterproof, breathable shell. I would choose based on where you get wet and how much you need to layer; if rain is routine, compare Stormhenge before another down-focused piece. Skip a parka if hip-length warmth already covers your commute.

The Trailmade Fleece Jacket ($69.95) is a 100% recycled-polyester layer for warmth beneath a shell; the Trailmade Insulated Hoodie ($119) uses 100 g of synthetic insulation for 3-season warmth and layers easily under a rain jacket. Swiftland Insulated Running Jacket ($99.95) is built for warmth without bulk, while the Swiftland Windshell ($89.95) is lightweight and packable for running, hiking or biking on breezy days. I would think about whether you tend to start cold or heat up on the trail: choose insulation for warmth, the Windshell for wind, and fleece for a simple layer under a shell. If your current fleece already does the job, skip another midlayer and save for a shell that solves a real gap.