Life as a WIRED Gear writer comes with certain demands. Many of us are into outdoor activities, like climbing, running, skiing, camping, or biking. But these sports are expensive, and you need specialized clothing in order to not freeze to death. That’s not including all the time we spend shuffling boxes around and forcing our spouses to help us unbox TVs and move around treadmills and pizza ovens. It’s a rough life, but someone
Do you, too, want people to look at you and think, “That person spends most of their time swinging kettle bells and watching videos of self-driving cars?” Thanks to Cyber Monday, you can. Here are the best deals on our favorite fashion finds that also keep us warm and dry while traipsing around outside.
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This is WIRED editor Adrienne So’s favorite running rain jacket. Even though it has a 10.2K waterproof rating, the fabric is still stretchy, soft, and breathable, while the cut is trim and tidy. WIRED editor Adrienne So says she wore it for several hours while running in the rain and water continued to bead up on the service without getting uncomfortably clammy underneath. If you get hot, you can also open the mesh pockets to vent it. We also like that it comes in bright colors (for high visibility) and has reflective detailing.
If you enjoy hiking, look no further than the Arc’teryx Beta Jacket. It’s not only lighter and thinner, but it also comes equipped with a new PFAS-free Gore-Tex expanded polyethylene (ePE) membrane to keep wind and rain out while also letting sweat vapor escape. In addition to the ePE membrane, there’s a soft backer fabric, recycled nylon face fabric, and a C0 DWR coating (which refers to the total absence of harmful fluorocarbons. Arc’teryx is currently holding a 30 percent off sale on its website.
We don’t suggest the Teca Fleece for subzero temperatures, but it’ll do the trick if you live in an area where you can get away with skipping a puffer coat. It’s thin and breathable but still leaves room for additional layers. Meanwhile, the flexible material won’t make you feel constricted. The colorblocking design adds a nice, retro touch too.
This is a great mid-weight jacket that you can layer under a rain jacket or over a tank top. Made of 100 percent merino wool, it’s dense but also soft. It will easily help to keep you warm when the temperature dips during the upcoming winter season. It also looks super sleek and comes in some nice colors. Be sure to use the code “ADVENTUREINCLUDED” to see the discount at checkout.
Shirt Deals
Made of 62 percent viscose from bamboo, the Ultra-Soft Hoodie lives up to its name. The refined wrist cuffs and drawstrings offer a put-together vibe, perfect for transitioning from office casual to a gym session without having to pack an extra hoodie. Cozy Earth Hoodies fit true to size, so I would size up if you’re looking for an oversized look.—Boutayna Chokrane
The TikTok-viral hoodie is on sale and selling—fast. Editor Adrienne So loves the delicate stitching and fluffiness. It runs small, so I’d recommend going up one size for a standard fit, or two sizes for a baggy, Gen Z-approved aesthetic. The Cozy Fleece Mega Sweatpant is also on sale for $60 ($10 off) if you’re looking to snag a matching set.—Boutayna Chokrane
This hoodie does have a sporty look to it, but it’s not so tight that you can’t layer underneath it. In addition to a hood, it also has thumb loops and a zippable tall neck. While it’s best for the winter, it’s also ideal for other activities like biking or doing yard work when it’s slightly cooler outside. Make sure to use the code “ADVENTUREINCLUDED” to see the discount at checkout.
I have been running for miles every day to escape my family (haha, just kidding, I love you!) and I realize I need more merino wool base layers if I’m not going to do laundry every day. This is our favorite base layer, with heavy-duty seams that won’t rub if you wear it under a pack. I layer this under the running jacket above on sub-30 degree days.
We recommend this hoodie for those who want an oversized fit with structure. The Popflex Cloud has a nice weight to it but, as WIRED reviewer Nena Farrell puts it, “doesn’t make [her] look like a marshmallow looking for a campfire.” The waist gathers nicely, while the drop shoulders and large hood drape over your body but still retain its form and structure. It looks good with leggings, well-fitting jeans, and comes in a bunch of great colors.
Pant Deals
These SpanxShape Booty Boost Leggings will be featured in our soon-to-be-published guide to the best leggings. The Booty Boost leggings are a fan favorite for their built-in bum lift, but I’m more impressed by the seamless design and quick-dry fabric that make them ideal for my spin and hot Pilates classes. They’re also squat proof, and if you prefer longer leggings for the wintertime, the full-length version is also half off for $49. Actually, the entire Booty Boost collection is 50 percent off for Cyber Monday: the flare pant, the flare jumpsuit, the bike short 5″, and more. (BTW, make sure you size up—Spanx are tight.) —Boutayna Chokrane
I bought these leggings when I started going to the gym because I love Lululemon but my budget does not. They’re great. The pockets are deep and hold my phone securely while I’m dying on the StairMaster, and the waistline doesn’t roll down. The leggings hold their shape all day. I did get a hole on the back of one of my pairs, but I think it was due to user error (also known as long press-on nails). They’re available in a bunch of fun colors and there are matching longline bras (also discounted and great) that make me feel more put together at the gym without costing a fortune in the process. Right now you could get a whole outfit for $37 instead of $57, which is a very good deal indeed.—Louryn Strampe
These are our go-to pants for those who are perpetually cold. They’re great for various cold-weather activities but the soft, relaxed fit still looks fashionable. They’re made from recycled polyester, insulated with Primaloft, come with an elasticized waist, and have drawstring cuffs at the bottom of the legs in case they’re too long on you. For the complete look, you can pair it with a matching Payette Pullover—it’s also on sale for $142 ($47 off).
These hold the title of “The Perfect Pant” in our guide to Best Climbing Gear. They’re made of 100 percent organic cotton, so they’re very hard-wearing and feel super comfortable thanks to the elasticated waist and diamond-shaped crotch gusset. Pro tip: The women’s and men’s versions are basically the same, so if you’re a woman, buy the men’s pants a size smaller.—Adrienne So
Underwear and Shoe Deals
This is the best bra in our guide to merino wool, and I love it enough that I raved about it. Branwyn is currently 25 percent off sitewide. It makes no sense to wear all-organic everything for your sweaters, jeans, and jackets, while keeping possibly toxic dyes or materials on the garments that are closest to your skin. These are sturdy enough to work as a swimsuit on hiking or camping trips when I must simply dive into the water (sometimes it’s on accident).
Everything at Rothy’s is 30 percent off, and the company is also holding a sale on Amazon. Rothys shoes are pretty unique—they’re knit from recycled plastic water bottles. Not only are they keeping plastic out of the landfills, the shoes themselves are also durable and washable. The company also has a recycling program so you can turn in your worn out shoes and get a new pair. Reviewer Julian Chokkattu loves them! They’re very comfortable!—Adrienne So
Barefoot shoes are very good for you, and you, readers, seem to agree. I have trouble accepting this reality because it’s very cold outside right now and also many barefoot shoes are startlingly ugly. These Lems boots, however, are waterproof, well-made, and do not openly scream, “I swap my blood with that of my 18-year-old son.” (I’m sorry. I’m kidding. Or am I?) We also like Xero shoes, which are currently 10-50 percent off sitewide.—Adrienne So
These are the best hiking boots I’ve ever tested. They’re so light and comfortable that in the winter, I wear them as my everyday shoes. Zamberlan has a very specific proprietary last that fits my narrow feet and ankles even better than heat-molded boots, and the company claims that its waterproofing lasts for the boot’s lifetime. My boots haven’t reached the end of their lifespan yet, but I intend to skip around a river all winter in the rain, just to find out.—Adrienne So
Other Clothing Deals
Here are a few more deals that we just couldn’t let lie.
Alo Yoga’s bestselling puffer jacket is 30 percent off, perfectly timed for the winter season. It’s also Alo’s warmest material, designed with water-resistant ripstop and a down alternative fill. Along with the side zip pockets, it features subtle accents like snap front buttons and a removable hood.—Boutayna Chokrane
We have an upcoming guide to the best running shoes that will appear after this holiday, but these shoes are in it. I like Altra for the wide toe box, which lets my foot spread, and the zero drop from heel to toe, which means that my Achilles tendon flexes properly and I don’t give myself tendinitis on my long runs. This is the company’s versatile road-to-trail option that I can wear to run to the trails, run in the woods, and then get back home again.—Adrienne So
Stance is holding a 30 percent off sale sitewide with the code CYBERWEEK. My goal is to only have to do laundry twice a week for the winter, which is why I’m considering getting another three-pack of the performance crew socks. They’re lightweight nylon and hold their shape excellently, wick sweat well, and don’t get wrinkled up in my shoe.—Adrienne So
