hello sunshine, and Bye bye freezing temperatures. Now that spring is in full swing, you can finally start filling your weekends with outdoor activities. And the deals we’ve rounded up below can help! We’ve found great discounts on e-bikes, outdoor gear, and Bluetooth speakers to help take the cabin craze out of the way.
Be sure to check out ours Earth Day Deals also, for ways to save on eco-friendly purchases (some deals may have expired).
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Propella 7-Speed Ebike (8/10, Recommend with WIRED) To be ready the Best affordable ebike we’ve tested — especially for those who are new to this category. It’s also light, easy to ride, and goes pretty fast at about 18 miles per hour. It’s also made up of quality components, including Shimano disc brakes and a Samsung battery. Fair warning: Since it ships directly to consumers, finding local repair options can be difficult.
Do you find most ebikes too big? The Propella Mini might be what you’re looking for. WIRED Review Editor Adrienne So says “a small bike feels big. Despite her small stature, the 250-watt motor can carry her up rather steep hills with ease. The range, on the other hand, isn’t the greatest, but it’s light enough (33 pounds) to drive it home without power assistance isn’t too tiring.
Rad Power Bikes make some of our favorites affordable ebikes too. We liked them so much that we wrote a separate story about the discount on RadRunner 2 and RadRover 6 Plus. These deals run until May 8.
Lifa Merino Seamless Top has a two-layer construction: a 100% merino wool outer layer and a synthetic inner layer. To prevent overheating, there are mesh panels under the arms and on the torso. It’s light and thin, so we recommend pairing it with an extra layer when it’s really cold outside. The top of this page is an honorary mention in The best base class tutorial.
You can just stuff so much into a fanny pack before running. But Nathan’s VaporSwiftra Vest allows you to carry up to 4 liters of value. As noted in our Best running device guide, we could comfortably carry a water bucket, gloves, a jacket and a hat without feeling weighed down.
North Face Flight Vectiv Women’s Running Shoe for $150 ($49 off)
Trail runners? The Vectiv . trail running shoes features carbon fiber panels to help improve mileage. It’s hard to prove whether these shoes have immense shorten your run, but WIRED editor Adrienne So says she’s tried to reduce her repeat mileage from 20 to 60 seconds. They are more expensive our other favoritesbut this deal helps with that.
Only certain colors are available for sale. This background layer is flexible. Made with merino wool and nylon, you can wear it at either 30 degrees Fahrenheit as a base or as a stand-alone on hot days without feeling uncomfortable. It features flat seams under the arms, eyelets on each cuff, and off-shoulder seams.
Instead of wearing a long-sleeve shirt in hot weather, REI sunscreens are a great alternative to protect your arm from the sun. The top fabric is UPF 50+ (blocking 98 percent of the sun’s rays), and the bottom includes a breathable mesh layer to help keep you cool. They’re also super comfortable with the upper sleeves (to keep them from sliding down).
Deals on Bluetooth headphones and speakers
Want a portable and compact speaker? JBL’s Clip 4 is the way to go. This is also the lowest price we’ve tracked for it, even if it’s a small discount. It’s small and waterproof, making it easy to take anywhere. It comes with a carabiner clip, so you can attach it to your pack or bike. The Clip 4 also comes with volume, playback, Bluetooth, and power controls.
The Bang & Olufsen mini speaker is expensive, and we’ve seen it come in at a lower price point in the past. But it’s one of the best-sounding speakers out there for its size. The sleek design (complete with a leather strap) adds style to your desk, nightstand or even your wrist. With an IP67 rating, you can also feel comfortable taking it outdoors.
Wonderboom 2 has dropped to a lower price than before. However, if you’re planning on hosting pool parties when the weather warms up, this speaker will do the trick. It floats! And you won’t have to worry about water damage thanks to the IP67 rating. Cherry on top? 100-foot Bluetooth range. You’ll also get 13 hours of battery life (three hours more than its predecessor) and powerful sound.
If you just want the convenience of wireless headphones without spending an arm and a leg, then buy Amazon’s second-generation Echo Buds (8/10, Recommend with WIRED). We already mentioned this deal a few weeks agobut it is still for the lowest price ever — they’re practically a steal at $50. These earbuds have features like noise-cancelling technology, wireless charging, and Alexa support. Yes, that means you can ask Alexa anything at any time, no matter where you are.
We do not recommend Sony’s WF-1000XM4 (7/10, Recommend with WIRED) are for those with smaller ears, but we rank them as the best noise-cancelling buds in The best wireless headphones rounding. Thanks to a combination of special Sony processing, microphones, and ear tips (which block most of the sound from your environment), these headphones provide a great listening experience.
These don’t go on sale often and this is the biggest sale we’ve seen to date. They’re still pricey, but you get two dedicated drivers, a dedicated amplifier, and AptX Adaptive support for 24-bit streaming. You’ll only get about four hours of battery life with noise cancellation enabled. But they sound the best and Best in-ear headphones available.
For earbuds that can get banged up during your workouts, consider the Jabra Elite 4 Active (9/10, Recommend with WIRE). These buds are also at the lowest price we’ve ever seen (though that’s a small discount). They have a comfortable feel and ergonomic fit, reliable mic, durable IP57 rating, and great noise cancellation. They don’t have wireless charging, but you can expect seven hours of battery life — three hours more than AirPods Pro.
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