Let me tell you, it did not make me feel young to receive a card from REI this week congratulating me on being a member for 31 years(!).

It made me feel even older to look at the enclosed coupon for $40 off a $200 purchase and immediately think, “gee, this is the thanks I get?!”

#rei #olderthanithink

REI's Anniversary Sale promises big savings, but our deep dive reveals it might be more marketing than value. Beyond comparing prices to competitors like Backcountry.com, we explore the ethical implications of buying during a significant labor dispute involving REI Workers United. Is that new tent worth the true cost?

https://www.tpp.blog/k4yjh9o

#technology #rei #reianniversarysale

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Or don’t and support the union’s boycott
https://www.seattletimes.com/business/retail/rei-union-workers-call-for-boycott-of-co-ops-biggest-annual-sale/
#REI

📱 Garmin Watch Discounts Highlight REI Anniversary Sale

REI's Anniversary Sale offers discounts on Garmin watches and outdoor tech. Members enjoy extra savings until May 25.

https://byte-pulse.net/article/garmin-watch-discounts-highlight-rei-anniversary-sale

#garmin #rei #sale #smartwatches

#REI's #union is calling for a #boycott of the company annual sale.

https://www.seattletimes.com/business/retail/rei-union-workers-call-for-boycott-of-co-ops-biggest-annual-sale/