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REI offers the Motorola MOTOACTV 8GB GPS Fitness Monitor MP3 Player, model no. 89510N, for $184.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $35. Sales tax is added where applicable. It features a GPS, accelerometer, 8GB of memory, rechargeable battery, and more. It comes with a wrist strap, waist clip, SF200 headphones, and more.

REI cuts up to 30% off a selection of men's and women's apparel, camping items, outdoor gear, and more during its Anniversary Sale. That's the best percent-off discount we've seen from REI in recent weeks. (We saw an up to 79% off sale a little over a month ago.) Shipping starts at $5.99, but orders over $50 receive free shipping. (Free in-store pickup is also available.) Sales tax is added where applicable. Deal ends May 28. Some best bets:

• REI Men's Sahara T-Shirt for $14.99
• REI Men's Sahara Cargo Shorts for $29.99
• The North Face Men's Tolowa Lite Tek T-Shirt for $39.93
• The North Face Women's Crystal Wrap for $44.93
• Arc'teryx Men's Caliber Cardigan Fleece Sweater (pictured) for $94.93
• see all discounted items in the REI Anniversary Sale

Of note, REI Members can apply coupon code "REIANNV" for an extra 20% off.

REI-OUTLET offers this Outdoor Products Digital Compass for $13.93. Choose site-to-store pickup to avoid the $5.99 shipping fee. That's $16 off and the lowest price we could find. Sales tax is added where applicable. It features an adjustable declination, 5° increments, and more.

While some people thrive off a busy schedule, many of us long for a bit of serenity. An idyllic place for peace is out on the water, where its sounds and swells can have a soothing effect on one's spirit. To get out there, you'll need to pick the right canoe for your needs, and this guide will help.

There are challenges that tell us how much heart we have, and the peak of a mountain is one that always looms above our heads. Every day, ordinary people attempt to ascend to altitude greatness, whether it's at Longs Peak in Rocky Mountain National Park, or Mt. Hood, Denali, or even Mt. Katahdin in Maine. We praise these climbers, but advise that before you begin your vertical ascent, you not only gear up, but brush up. Here are tips for preparing to undertake a mountain climbing adventure this spring.

There was probably a day in your childhood when, dressed in your yellow rain suit and galoshes, you loved stomping around in puddles. Now, all grown up, you find rain too wet, and always screwing up your playtime. The spring rainy season isn't too far off though, so don't let a little water get you down. We've detailed some guidelines for buying rain gear to keep you nice and dry whether you're outside for play or en route to work.