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Outdoor enthusiasts who may have missed out on the mega deals from Amazon Prime Day earlier this year officially have a second chance to save on gear thanks to October's Prime Big Deal Days 2024. Amazon will officially kick off its fall sale event on Oct. 8, and while that might be days away, some sellers are already slashing prices on useful camping and hiking gear to give shoppers a head start.
Amazon's camping deals run the gamut, with tremendous price breaks on everything from everyday carry products to giant tents and even popular hiking boots. Tons of great pocket knives from brands like Kershaw, Gerber, and Smith & Wesson have already been marked down and are ready to complete any gear kit while sleeping and camp shelter essentials from Therm-a-Rest and Eureka are already up to 44% off. Some of Amazon's most popular hiking footwear from Merrell, Keen, and Columbia can be picked up for as low as $65. After Men's Journal shopped through the early camping deals of Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days, we found these six that are worth getting ASAP.
Finding the perfect high-quality pocket knife can be difficult in a sea of false promises and dull blades, but shoppers have given Kershaw's Misdirect knife over 1,600 five-star ratings and unanimously agreed that it's extremely durable, sharp, and ergonomic. It's perfect for a variety of use cases including camping, hunting, hiking, and more. With the discounted price, it is the type of knife that can be purchased in multiple quantities to have throughout a house, or given as a gift.
For decades, Keen has set a gold standard for high-quality hiking boots including the Nxis Explore line, which provides a high amount of comfort, durability, and waterproof protection. Best of all, this updated version of the shoe includes an all-terrain grip with 4mm rubber lugs, as well as a higher-quality leather wrap. Keen's midsoles are also incredibly comfortable, and provide the shock absorbency you need for navigating a difficult trail all day.
A good night's sleep is critical when camping because it provides the energy and endurance needed for the next day. Therm-a-Rest has nearly perfected the sleeping pad with its NeoAir line, which provides all-night comfort and elevation to keep campers dry, comfortable, and warm. This new NeoAir sleeping pad measures 25-by-75 inches, providing tons of room and comfort while minimizing heat loss, especially in cold climates. It features a TwinLock air system that allows it to quickly inflate or deflate, and it even comes with a helpful sack for storage.
Campers looking to upgrade or expand their go-to tent may be saying "Eureka!" when they discover this spacious six-person shelter. With helpful design features such as mesh pockets, overhead gear storage, steep walls, and a fiberglass/steel frame, this tent checks all of the boxes for a comfortable and quality campsite companion. Best of all, at just $167, it won't break the bank. With hundreds of positive reviews, it's easy to see why this tent is a customer favorite.
It's always nice to disconnect when heading out for a hiking or camping trip, but having power on hand can add to the comfort and safety of everyone on the trails. Anker's Solix C1000 Portable Power Station features 11 total ports for AC, UBS-A, USB-C, and other cables, as well as an incredible 1,056-watt hours of capacity, which can refuel everything from phones to drones and even charge mini fridges for hours. This bundle includes a waterproof case as well, which offers convenient and safe storage from the elements heading into wetter seasons.
This top-selling set of camping lanterns provides a ton of bright light in an easy-to-pack size. Each lantern has a sliding scale of brightness with a dimming feature as well as the ability to provide different color temperatures to set the desired mood. The lantern also has a strobe button which can be helpful for emergencies or to get the attention of others at night. Shoppers have shared that these lanterns are also great for emergency use, especially in hurricane preparedness kits.
