Legendary Gear, Unbelievable Prices

You know that piece of gear? The one you reach for hike after hike, season after season. It’s spectacularly simple, beautifully functional, and has just the right amount of soul to make it unforgettable. That… is a legendary piece of gear. The only thing that could make it better is a frugal price. That’s where we come in.
We just scored closeouts on three legendary pieces of gear, and we can’t wait to share these savings with you. Wanna know what makes them so special? Read on.
Topo Designs Daypack – you’ve gotta love a pack that has a laptop sleeve, travel bag attachments, and an ice axe loop. This bag is up for anything, and heavy duty Cordura construction will make it a reliable adventure companion for years.
Topo Designs Klettersak – can we talk for a second about how beautiful this pack is? I don’t know about you, but it’s classic styling makes me dream about hiking through the Swiss Alps with it on my back. Plus, it’s sturdy enough that that wouldn’t be a problem. We’re big fans of it’s abundance of lash points and roomy construction. Plus, all Topo Designs bags are made in the USA.
La Sportiva Wildfire – This shoe is La Sportiva’s most popular for a reason. It’s nice and cushy for covering long distances. It’s also ready for technical terrain thanks to a beefy rock plate, agressive tread, and grippy FriXion rubber. The Wildfire’s lightweight and responsive sole also make it a great shoe for hikers who like to go fast and light.
These awesome finds won’t stick around long, so hurry in to find your new fav piece of gear.
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Brands with Impact: Sherpa Adventure Gear

Price, quality, and ethics – most of the time you can only choose two, but that’s not the Frugal way. We’re committed to finding high quality gear that’s produced with a moral compass, and making it available at inclusive prices. That’s why we’re excited about new arrivals from one of our favorite brands with impact – Sherpa Adventure Gear.

The Sherpa People have thrived in an inhospitable environment for generations

Heritage Breeds Quality

Sherpa Adventure Gear was founded in 2003 by Tashi Sherpa, as a memorial to the oft overlooked heroes of the Himalayas, the Sherpas. Sherpa Adventure Gear translates their heritage mountaineering and thriving in harsh conditions into durable apparel and gear that stands the test of time.

Sherpa’s accessories are hand knit in Nepal

Changing Lives – One Product at a Time

But this durable brand is about more than just gear – their focus is on people. They give back to their community by providing living wage employment for women in Nepal. You can see their traditional handiwork on display in Sherpa Adventure Gear’s hats and jewelry. They also work to improve the lifestyles of future generations through education. A portion of every sale goes to fund education for Sherpa youth, many of whom would otherwise not be able to afford to attend school. This life changing education opens up the door to safe employment and lifts entire families out of poverty.

Sherpa customers make it possible for these children to go to school

Be a Part of the Adventure

Among our go-to gifts for this season are the Rolpa Half Zip and Rolpa Pullover from Sherpa Adventure Gear. They feel great and come in several gorgeous colors and they’re frugally priced at just $45 each. That’s an incredible deal on a gift that you can feel good about. Stop by and check them out at our locations in Asheville or Greenville.

Want to know more about Sherpa Adventure Gear’s work? Read their Impact Report.
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Fall Festival Essentials

Whether your festival of choice is art, music, food, or a little of everything, it’s hard to beat crisp fall weather and a day of enjoying the outdoors with like minded people. But the right gear can make your festy experience event better.
From solar powered string lights to a backpack with a cooler pocket, Frugal Backpacker has all the gear you need for a next level experience. Check out our team’s top picks below.
1 – Luci Solar String Lights – $40.00 Add a little festiveness to your campsite with these solar powered string lights. They even have a built in USB port to keep your devices juiced up.

2 – Kelty Ranger Doug 4 Person Tent – $319.95 This funky print is sure to make your campsite the hippest spot around. Plus, it has a really cool story behind it.

3 – Columbia Fireside Sherpa Fleece – Was: $90.00 Now: $59.99 Be ready for chilly mornings and brisk evenings with an unbelievably cozy jacket at a frugal price.
4 – Simple Modern Summit 40 oz Insulated Bottle – $24.99 Stay hydrated and say “no” to single use plastics with a great insulated water bottle.
5 – Dakine Campus 25 Backpack – $50.00 This versatile pack is just the right size for keeping your valuables close by, and it has a front cooler pocket for toting frosty beverages.
6 – Klymit KSB20 Sleeping Bag – $249.95 A good night’s sleep is critical to making sure you get your money’s worth out of those festival tickets; stay toasty and comfortable with this lightweight bag.
7 – Big Agnes Air Core Ultra Sleeping Pad – $69.95 No sleep system is complete without a cushy sleeping pad. We love Big Agnes’s lightweight, yet luxe, options.

 

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Frugal Finds for Fall Camping

Crisp fall mornings have us in the mood for s’mores and sleeping outdoors. Conveniently, our new arrivals are chock full of frugal finds that are perfect for fall camping. Below are 7 of our favorite picks, from tents to footwear, that will make your next weekend in the woods epic. Be sure to stop by your local Frugal Backpacker to explore all of our fresh fall gear, apparel, and footwear.

Columbia Benton Springs Half Snap Fleece – MSRP: $60.00 Frugal: $34.95

Evenings around the campfire call for a cozy layer. We love the classic styling of Columbia’s half snap fleeces almost as much as we love their price. The women’s style is shown, but we also half the men’s version available in several colors at the same frugal price.

 

Travel Chair Joey Chair – $77.95

A great chair is a camping essential. The Joey Chair packs down small for easy portability, and we’re crazy about the fun topo print.

 

Peregrine Radama Hub 3 Tent Combo- $219.99

This generously sized tent offers easy set up, plenty of storage pockets, and incredible value in a surprisingly lightweight package. It also includes a footprint for easy set up or fast and light options.

 

Sawyer Mini Water Filter – $19.99

This ultra compact filtration system weighs in at a skinny 2 ounces, and is rated to filter up to 100,000 gallons of water. It’s easy to use for everything from backcountry camping, to day hikes, to emergency situations.

 

Mountainsmith Scream 25 Day Pack – $79.95

This ventilated 25 liter pack is just the right size for day hikes. We love the deep water bottle pockets and abundance of accessory loops.

 

Olicamp Vector Stove + LT Pot Combo – $39.95

This combo is a frugal way to score everything you need for campsite cooking. The simple stove design folds down small and is easy to maintain, and the pot is perfectly sized for cooking and eating. We love the coated handles that make it easy to hold when hot.

 

Merrell Moab 2 Earth Day Hiker – MSRP: $120.00 Frugal: $84.00

The Merrell Moab has been around forever for a reason – it’s durable, comfortable, and an unbeatable value. The Earth Day edition takes it to the next level with an environmentally conscious construction process and plenty funky color pops.

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A Funky Print with a Rich History

If you like your camping gear to have plenty of personality, you’re going to love the new Ranger Doug Collection from Kelty. These tents, sleeping bags, and blankets feature boisterous purples, yellows, and oranges in a funky print reminiscent of urban camo. But this print has a rich history that may surprise you.

The Story

During the New Deal Era, the WPA Federal Poster Project printed silkscreen prints for 14 National Parks. This work was halted by the start of World War II and by 1950, most had disappeared. Today, a handful of these prints have been found, many badly damaged. Ranger Doug, the “Ranger of the Lost Art”, and his team have taken on the painstaking task of restoring these national treasures. In addition to preserving a valuable part of our outdoor culture, they’re donating a portion of their sales to our National Parks.

The General Grant Poster Restored by Ranger Doug

Kelty and Ranger Doug have teamed up to launch the Ranger Doug Collection. The fun collaboration features durable Kelty gear in a print inspired by Ranger Doug’s General Grant poster. You can check out the print that started it all (and maybe buy a copy to match your new gear) here.

The Gear

  1. Kelty Ranger Doug 30 Sleeping Bag – $149.95
  2. Kelty Ranger Doug 4 Person Tent – $319.95 (2 person, not pictured – $239.95)
  3. Kelty Ranger Doug Deployable Blanket – $49.95
  4. Kelty Ranger Doug 30 Sleeping Bag (Womens) – $149.95

The Cause

In addition to looking really fantastic, this gear does good for our planet. 1% of sales from the Kelty Ranger Doug Collection will be donated to The Student Conservation Association. SCA is an incredible organization that puts young people to work on improvements in our parks and public lands. They learn to accomplish these improvements in a way that is sustainable, teaching them conservation practices and endowing them with a life-long connection to our public lands. Through these efforts, SCA is working to train the next generation of outdoor stewards.

Interested?

Stop by Frugal Backpacker to check out the whole collection, and take home a piece of our National Parks history.

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The Made in America Hammock You’ve Never Heard Of

At Frugal Backpacker, we believe that quality gear should be available at accessible prices. We’re super excited to be partnering with Yukon Outfitters, a brand that shares this philosophy. Yukon Outfitters was born out of frustration at the price of quality gear. They craft gear to be “rugged, yet reasonable”; that is, high in quality, but affordably priced. Plus, in a time when most manufacturers are heading overseas to cut costs, they make all of their products just over in Tennessee.
If that’s not enough reason to love Yukon Outfitters, our new hammock arrivals from them are sure to win you over. These hammocks are sized to fit two people and come in dozens of unique prints. The best part? They’re frugally priced at just $79.99 including straps. Similar hammocks that are made overseas cost around $70 for a hammock and around $30 for straps, so we think opting for a Yukon hammock is a no-brainer.
Swing by either of our locations to check them out.
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Frugal Finds for Family Time

How are you planning on enjoying this gorgeous spring weather? If family bonding in the outdoors is high on your list, our frugal finds for family fun will make for an unforgettable day!

1- Patagonia Kid’s Interstate Hat – MSRP: $25.00 Frugal: $20.00
These adorable hats will keep the sun out of their eyes and their manes tamed.
2- Columbia Peak Freak Tee – MSRP: $22.00 Frugal: $14.99
3- Columbia Outdoor Elements Tank – Frugal: $25.00
These moisture wicking shirts offer UPF 50 sun protection, to keep your little explorers protected and dry on warm days.
4- GSI Backpack Bocce – Frugal: $16.95 *BOGO 50% off all GSI games*
This compact bocce set can accommodate up to 4 players – perfect for the whole family.
5- Pocket Disc Sports Disc – Frugal: $14.99
This bright disk can be folded to take up minimal space, and is a great way to include fido in the fun.
6- Kelty Bestie Blanket – Frugal: $24.95
This lightweight throw works well for picnic spreads and chilly peaks alike.
7- Kelty Loveseat – Frugal: $89.95
Portable seating doesn’t get any comfier than this roomy loveseat.
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Patagonia Preview Sale

Our most coveted sample set of the season lands at our Asheville location on Saturday, March 2nd – and it’s going to be awesome! Stop by between 10am – 2pm for a first look at brand new spring samples from Patagonia. This sample set includes one of almost everything from Patagonia’s spring line for men, women, kids, and babies.
These fresh arrivals are already frugally priced at 20% off MSRP. But Saturday only, you can score them at an extra 20% off sample price. Check out our favorite finds below + stop by this weekend to check out the whole line.

Our Favorite Finds for Women

1. Low Tide Cardigan – MSRP: $89.00 Frugal Price: $71.00 Saturday Only: $56.80
2. Lost Wildflower Dress – MSRP: $129.00 Frugal Price: $103.00 Saturday Only: $82.40
3. Airdini Cap – MSRP: $35.00 Frugal Price: $28.00 Saturday Only: $22.40
4. Planing Roll Top Pack – MSRP: $129.00 Frugal Price: $103.00 Saturday Only: $82.40

Our Favorite Finds for Men

 
1. R1 Tech-Face Pullover MSRP: $129.00 Frugal Price: $103.00 Saturday Only: $82.40
2. Lightweight Bluffside Shirt MSRP: $69.00 Frugal Price: $55.00 Saturday Only: $44.00
3. Duckbill Trucker Hat – MSRP: $35.00 Frugal Price: $28.00 Saturday Only: $22.40
4. Hydropeak Boardshorts – MSRP: $59.00 Frugal Price: $47.00 Saturday Only: $37.60

Our Favorite Finds for Babies

1. Baby Nano Puff – MSRP: $79.00 Frugal Price: $63.00 Saturday Only: $50.40
2. Baby Graphic Tee – MSRP: $19.00 Frugal Price: $15.00 Saturday Only: $12.00
3. Baby Boardshorts – MSRP: $29.00 Frugal Price: $23.00 Saturday Only: $18.40
4. Capilene Sun Hat – MSRP: $35.00 Frugal Price: $28.00 Saturday Only: $22.40
Patagonia samples come in women’s small, men’s medium, kid’s medium, toddler 2T, and baby 24 months.
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New at Frugal: Spring Columbia for the Whole Family

Spring break is just around the corner, are your clothes up for outdoor adventures? Our new arrivals from Columbia can handle anything your family getaway throws their way. Check out our favorite finds below + stop by to shop our whole line up.

Top Picks for Women

  1. Flash Forward Printed Anorak – MSRP: $75.00 Frugal Price: $49.99
  2. Pilsner Peak Pant – Frugal Price: $65.00
  3. Anytime Casual Short Sleeve Shirt – MSRP: $49.99 Frugal Price: $29.99

Top Picks for Men

  1. Flash Forward Wind Breaker – MSRP: $75.00 Frugal Price: $49.99
  2. Silver Ridge Convertible Pant – Frugal Price: $60.00
  3. Silver Ridge Lite Plaid Shirt – Frugal Price: $60.00

Top Picks for Girls

  1. Arcadia Jacket – MSRP: $75.00 Frugal Price: $49.99
  2. Outdoor Elements Tank – Frugal Price: $25.00
  3. Silver Ridge Pull On Short – Frugal Price: $30.00

Top Picks for Boys

  1. Watertight Jacket – MSRP: $75.00 Frugal Price: $49.99
  2. Silver Ridge Pull On Short – Frugal Price: $30.00
  3. Outdoor Elements Baseball Tee – Frugal Price: $25.00
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Frugal Backpacker Has Boats!!

Tidal Watersports Logo

Whether you’re brand-new into kayaking, or a paddler with years of experience under your belt, dropping thousands of dollars on a single boat is a hard decision to make. So, we here at Frugal Backpacker made your decision just a bit easier by adding Tidal Watersports’ affordable Coast and Dually kayak models to our store. You can find more information about both of the kayaks below!

The Coast

Woman in single kayak

  • Specs

    • Material: LDPE
    • Dimension: 9.64’ x 31.50” x 16.77”
    • Weight: 48 Lbs.
    • Loading capacity: 350 Lbs.

  • Features

    • 2 carry handles
    • 2 molded handles
    • 4-rod holders
    • 1 right side paddle holder
    • Rear tank well with a bungee cord
    • Two 8″ access hatches
    • One molded seat

  • Price

    • $559.00

The Dually

Tidal Watersports Dually

  • Specs

    • Material: LDP
    • Dimensions: 12.2’ x 34.96” x 17.76”
    • Weight: 75 Lb
    • Loading capacity: 500 Lb
    • UV resistant

  • Features

    • Side, front and rear handles
    • 2 paddle keepers
    • Rear tank well with a bungee cord
    • Two 8″ access hatches
    • 2+1 seat positions
    • 4-rod holders

  • Price

    • $749.00

Another great feature about Tidal Watersports’ boats is that they come with seats and paddles (1 of each for the Coast, 2 of each for the Dually); saving customers even more money! So, if you’re just now entering the paddling game, or looking to add another boat to your quiver, Tidal Watersports offer great boats at affordable prices. Come and see us at Frugal Backpacker in Westgate Shopping Center to take a look at these boats for yourself!

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