What are you going to use your REI dividend on? 2012 edition

Questions about equipment and supplies to bring on a trip (including reviews).

Moderator: hooky

User avatar
fonixmunkee
Forum Moderator
Posts: 953
Joined: Tue Sep 11, 2007 10:58 am
Isle Royale Visits: 18
Location: Soupe Towne, WI
Has thanked: 46 times
Been thanked: 60 times

What are you going to use your REI dividend on? 2012 edition

Post by fonixmunkee »

In the spirit of consistency, I present to you the "What are you going to use your REI dividend on? 2012 edition" thread. It comes from a long, storied lineage of similar threads, see the 2011 edition, 2010 edition, and even then 2009 edition.

While I know shopping at REI is now a polarizing subject--especially for me--you can't deny a good deal when you see it. REI dividend + a 20% off coupon = a good steal no matter your principles. Let's just stay on task; only post here if you are going to buy something from REI with your dividend & coupon. :)

For me, I hope the Petzl Nao is released, because I'll be getting one of those: viewtopic.php?f=3&t=1696

FYI, your dividend is available after March 14, 2012.
User avatar
Ingo
Forum Moderator
Posts: 1944
Joined: Wed Sep 12, 2007 1:11 pm
Isle Royale Visits: 14
Location: Hillsborough, NC
Has thanked: 257 times
Been thanked: 158 times

Re: What are you going to use your REI dividend on? 2012 edi

Post by Ingo »

Depending on how much it is, a chair and/or pillow. I always carry both, but my old thermarest chair won't work with my new pad. The pillow saves a few oz and is very comfy.
http://www.rei.com/product/792007/alite ... rfly-chair
http://www.rei.com/product/797662/exped-air-pillow
22: BI-PC-BI-RH, 21: RH-ML-DF-MB-DF, 18: MC-PC-BI-DB-RH-DF, 17: WI-IM-SB-FL-WC, 16: RH-CI-TI-RH, 14: BI-ML-CI-CH-MB, 13: RH-PI, 12: MC-CB-HL-TH, 11: WC-HC-WC, 09: MC-BI-DN-RH, 05: MI-CI-MB-DF-RH-TM-RH, 02: MC-LR-WL-CH, 01: BI-DB-RH, 79: worked RH
User avatar
alecto73
Trailblazer
Posts: 146
Joined: Wed Jun 30, 2010 11:02 pm
Isle Royale Visits: 2
Location: Pingree Grove, IL
Contact:

Re: What are you going to use your REI dividend on? 2012 edi

Post by alecto73 »

I almost forgot about my dividend! I have been thinking about trying a button shirt like their Sahara. Otherwise probably a buncha Mountain House.
danha1en
NewbieCake
Posts: 20
Joined: Thu Apr 14, 2011 11:28 am

Re: What are you going to use your REI dividend on? 2012 edi

Post by danha1en »

@ Ingo - I picked up that Exped Air Pillow last year and love it. I'll take the 3 oz extra to get better sleep at night than resting my head on my pack or clothes...

I'm looking to grab a Patagonia 3 top or maybe a Therm-a-rest Z-lite myself...
fredly
NewbieCake
Posts: 33
Joined: Tue May 25, 2010 8:05 pm
Isle Royale Visits: 1
Location: Ruby, MI

Re: What are you going to use your REI dividend on? 2012 edi

Post by fredly »

REI silk long underwear bottoms for me. Got the top before Christmas on sale and really like it. It's about a third the weight of their polypro midweight and still plenty warm. Might pick up a few other odds and ends if there is any leftover $$.
johnhens
Forum Moderator
Posts: 1993
Joined: Wed Oct 03, 2007 4:10 pm
Isle Royale Visits: 34
Location: Big Rock, IL
Has thanked: 56 times
Been thanked: 112 times

Re: What are you going to use your REI dividend on? 2012 edi

Post by johnhens »

I will be picking up a MSR Microrocket. Don't need it, hasn't stopped me before!!! :)
voyageur kin
NewbieCake
Posts: 21
Joined: Wed May 18, 2011 9:03 pm
Isle Royale Visits: 9
Location: Mpls MN.

Re: What are you going to use your REI dividend on? 2012 edi

Post by voyageur kin »

Another Buff head "rag" , I don't leave home without 'em!
User avatar
michigandave
NewbieCake
Posts: 32
Joined: Wed Sep 16, 2009 7:46 am
Isle Royale Visits: 1
Location: Clarkston, Michigan

Re: What are you going to use your REI dividend on? 2012 edi

Post by michigandave »

Last year I got a great pair of Asolo boots with my rebate, coupon and some cash that have carried me well. This year my wife is claiming the rebate, unless I can get to the mail first :lol: .
User avatar
Ingo
Forum Moderator
Posts: 1944
Joined: Wed Sep 12, 2007 1:11 pm
Isle Royale Visits: 14
Location: Hillsborough, NC
Has thanked: 257 times
Been thanked: 158 times

Re: What are you going to use your REI dividend on? 2012 edi

Post by Ingo »

My dividend is showing up on-line now, but the 20% any one item for members won't be until the 24th, according to the local REI store.
22: BI-PC-BI-RH, 21: RH-ML-DF-MB-DF, 18: MC-PC-BI-DB-RH-DF, 17: WI-IM-SB-FL-WC, 16: RH-CI-TI-RH, 14: BI-ML-CI-CH-MB, 13: RH-PI, 12: MC-CB-HL-TH, 11: WC-HC-WC, 09: MC-BI-DN-RH, 05: MI-CI-MB-DF-RH-TM-RH, 02: MC-LR-WL-CH, 01: BI-DB-RH, 79: worked RH
User avatar
Rafiki
IR Expert
Posts: 541
Joined: Thu Apr 08, 2010 11:11 am
Isle Royale Visits: 7
Location: Chicago, IL

Re: What are you going to use your REI dividend on? 2012 edi

Post by Rafiki »

I only got $65 this year but I am going to use it towards an ultralight weight MSR Tent. The dividend should be enough to cover the tax. Wha-Who!!!
343.1 Miles Hiked: 2004 (3 Days), 2010 (11 Days), 2011 (13 Days), 2012 X 2 (8 + 12 Days), 2013 (9 Days/Paddling), 2019 (30 Days/Paddling)
Gimp
LNT Expert
Posts: 88
Joined: Mon Mar 29, 2010 3:52 pm
Isle Royale Visits: 6
Location: Macomb TWP, Michigan

Re: What are you going to use your REI dividend on? 2012 edi

Post by Gimp »

Ingo wrote:My dividend is showing up on-line now, but the 20% any one item for members won't be until the 24th, according to the local REI store.
The back of my 20% coupon card says "Offer valid 3/22/12 9 pm PT to 4/15/12 11:59 PT. I'm in the market for a Personal Flotation Device but was putting off my purchase. Glad I did. The dividend and discount will work out nicely.
User avatar
Rafiki
IR Expert
Posts: 541
Joined: Thu Apr 08, 2010 11:11 am
Isle Royale Visits: 7
Location: Chicago, IL

Re: What are you going to use your REI dividend on? 2012 edi

Post by Rafiki »

Just a kind heads up to all of those that might be unaware, this time around you will be allowed 20% off one regular priced item and 20% off one of the outlet item. Everyone knows about the regular priced discount, but not all are aware of the outlet deal. I don't have the code on me, but it is some generic "rewards***" something or another promotional code. I got it on my credit card statement, but Im sure you'll find it on the actually physical dividend, through email, or on their site once the promotion starts on 3/23. So start planning your purchases out :)
343.1 Miles Hiked: 2004 (3 Days), 2010 (11 Days), 2011 (13 Days), 2012 X 2 (8 + 12 Days), 2013 (9 Days/Paddling), 2019 (30 Days/Paddling)
User avatar
Ingo
Forum Moderator
Posts: 1944
Joined: Wed Sep 12, 2007 1:11 pm
Isle Royale Visits: 14
Location: Hillsborough, NC
Has thanked: 257 times
Been thanked: 158 times

Re: What are you going to use your REI dividend on? 2012 edi

Post by Ingo »

The deed is done...
- Exped Air Pillow
- Black Diamond Spot Headlamp (outlet)

FYI, the 20% off can be applied to a sale item this year. In the past you could only use it on a full-priced item. Plus you can use another 20% off an rei-outlet item.
22: BI-PC-BI-RH, 21: RH-ML-DF-MB-DF, 18: MC-PC-BI-DB-RH-DF, 17: WI-IM-SB-FL-WC, 16: RH-CI-TI-RH, 14: BI-ML-CI-CH-MB, 13: RH-PI, 12: MC-CB-HL-TH, 11: WC-HC-WC, 09: MC-BI-DN-RH, 05: MI-CI-MB-DF-RH-TM-RH, 02: MC-LR-WL-CH, 01: BI-DB-RH, 79: worked RH
User avatar
Rafiki
IR Expert
Posts: 541
Joined: Thu Apr 08, 2010 11:11 am
Isle Royale Visits: 7
Location: Chicago, IL

Re: What are you going to use your REI dividend on? 2012 edi

Post by Rafiki »

I just ordered a Carbon Reflex 3 MSR tent and got my buddy an extra 20% discount on some rollerblades that were already 40% off in the outlet. Yay! I know you can get an extra 20% any outlet items, but I was not aware of there being any sales currently being ran outside of the outlet, so if you mean you can get 20% off of outlet items you are correct. The code is Rewards20. Happy shopping.
343.1 Miles Hiked: 2004 (3 Days), 2010 (11 Days), 2011 (13 Days), 2012 X 2 (8 + 12 Days), 2013 (9 Days/Paddling), 2019 (30 Days/Paddling)
User avatar
Backpacker534
May actually live on IR
Posts: 389
Joined: Thu Aug 21, 2008 5:41 pm
Isle Royale Visits: 9
Location: Michigan
Has thanked: 4 times
Been thanked: 24 times
Contact:

Re: What are you going to use your REI dividend on? 2012 edi

Post by Backpacker534 »

I picked up a new Black Diamond headlamp and some straps for my hammock. I also used my 20% discount that came in the mail for some clothes.
Post Reply