If you鈥檝e been daydreaming about all the trips you鈥檒l take come summer, it鈥檚 time to turn dreams into reality. But with so many options鈥攆rom hiking and biking to rock climbing and outdoor yoga鈥攊t can be hard to prioritize. Fortunately, there鈥檚 one place you can go to tick off your entire summer bucket list: the . Located in Denver, this two-day event blends adventure, fitness, and community with soul-soothing music from big names like Khruangbin, Sylvan Esso, and Lord Huron.
It gets better: REI just launched a sweepstakes giving away a trip for two to the 2025 国产吃瓜黑料 Festival. , then start planning your summer of adventure. To give you a head start, we鈥檝e put together this list of ten travel must-haves.
Travel Duffel
REI Co-op Big Haul 34-Inch Rolling Duffel
Finally: a duffel that comes in all-wheel drive. REI Co-op鈥檚 burly Big Haul roller bag sports oversized wheels and a sturdy chassis designed to handle cobblestones, gravel, and anything in between. Add to that a TPU-coated 400-denier shell and a set of sturdy grab handles, and you鈥檝e got a bag that鈥檚 expedition (or festival) ready.
Backpack
Cotopaxi Allpa 35 L Travel Pack
A do-it-all daypack belongs at the top of your packing list, and the Allpa 35 L really does do it all. A burly TPU-coated 840-denier nylon outer shell defies scrapes and scuffs, and the interior is fully sectioned off with zippered mesh panels. The network of pockets keeps gear impeccably organized, and a plush hipbelt makes for effortless carry.
Toiletries Bag
Peak Design Wash Pouch
Yes, your quart-size plastic bag will work as a ditty bag. But if you鈥檙e serious about travel, it鈥檚 time for this upgrade. Made of waterproof fabric, the Peak Design Wash Pouch sits upright on a counter or hangs from a towel bar via a hidden hook. Its four-liter capacity is big enough for a long trip, and the TPU-coated nylon is a breeze to clean.
Headphones
Shokz OpenRun Pro2 Headphones
These techy headphones combine bone-conduction technology with more traditional air conduction, lifting the high notes and dropping the low notes for a more immersive audio experience. The OpenRun Pro2鈥檚 noise-reduction feature filters out transit chatter, and the open-ear design keeps you alert to your surroundings whether you鈥檙e crossing busy streets in Barcelona or sneaking in a run around your Denver hotel.
Insulated Bottle
Owala FreeSip 24-Ounce Vacuum Water Bottle
Staying hydrated is tough in any time zone, but it鈥檚 even tougher when you鈥檙e switching between them. The genius of the Owala FreeSip is its push-button top, which keeps the built-in straw germ-free, all while enabling effortless sipping. That makes it much easier to keep drinking, whether you鈥檙e on buses and trains or exploring high-elevation trails. Now add vacuum insulation and a carry loop, and you鈥檝e got the perfect summer bottle.
Versatile Footwear
HOKA Transport Shoes
Travel often involves pounding concrete and standing in long lines, both of which can be hard on the joints. Fortunately, well-cushioned footwear鈥攍ike the HOKA Transport鈥攃an defend against fatigue. The Transport鈥檚 5mm heel-to-toe drop helps roll your foot forward into the next step, and its soft EVA foam absorbs impact. Another nice touch: eco-conscious materials like recycled polyester and sugarcane-based foam.
Travel-Ready Pants
REI Co-op Trailmade Pants
Breathable enough for hiking, stylish enough for sightseeing, and soft enough to wear as pajamas, the Trailmade Pants are the perfect all-in-one travel trouser. Its four pockets are each big enough for a passport, and the adjustable elastic waistband defies slippage whether you鈥檙e crushing a steep trail or dancing to a music festival encore.
Lightweight Fleece
Patagonia R1 Air Full-Zip Hoody
It can be hard to find a hoodie that鈥檚 both packable enough for travel and insulated enough for chilly airplanes and cool evenings above treeline. Enter the R1 Air Full-Zip. This 100 percent recycled fleece is warm, quick-drying, and equipped with three zippered pockets. Pull it out for a cozy night around the campfire or stuff it in a pack pocket for an emergency layer on long hikes.
Packing Cubes
REI Co-op Expandable Packing Cube Set, Small/Medium/Large
Whether you鈥檙e living out of a duffel or just trying to keep your favorite socks from wandering off in your tent, packing cubes are the secret to staying organized on the go. REI鈥檚 set is better than most because each durable nylon cube features an extendable zipper, so you can add or subtract volume as needed, and a mesh panel lets sweaty gear breathe.
Smartwatch
Garmin fenix 8 AMOLED Sapphire
How鈥檚 this for a magic trick: The fenix 8 makes the worst part of traveling鈥攖he logistics鈥攖he best part. With an intuitive display, precision mapping, turn-by-turn directions, on-the-go texting and calling, and up to 29 days of battery life, this smartwatch is designed to keep you seamlessly on track, no matter where your adventures take you.
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