Save on Surf, Paddle, and Wake Gear With the Backcountry Memorial Day Sale

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Editor’s Note: This post is presented by our partners at Backcountry.

It’s time to gear up for a summer on the water and around it. And you don’t have to break the bank to outfit your adventures. Instead, refresh your gear closet the smart way, with deals from the Backcountry Memorial Day Sale running May 15–25.

As a one-stop shop for all types of outdoor gear, Backcountry carries top-rated products from some of the best brands in the business. From big buys like paddleboards to smaller staples like towels, the sale is a prime opportunity to pick up gear from your wishlist.

The Memorial Day sale is live now, with more deals added on May 22. The whole shebang concludes on May 25. If you see something you like, scoop it up.

Keep reading to see some of the best deals available in the sale, especially the on-the-water section.

Summit Club+ Members Stack Savings

For added savings, you can join the Summit Club+ for $49 per year. Members can get 10 percent cash back to spend on Backcountry.com, including big-ticket items and sale items. It’s a great way to get the most from your Memorial Day shopping.

Outdoor enthusiasts can use this holiday sale to stock up for the summer and beyond. Whether you’re building a kit for a new activity or refreshing a current one, that extra 10 percent back turns good deals into great ones.

Water Adventure Gear on Sale at Backcountry.com

Astral Brewer 3.0 Water Shoe: $113 (25% Off)

The Astral Brewer 3.0 Water Shoe offers foot protection and grip on your favorite paddleboard, over a rocky riverbed, and on city streets. It has a zero-drop footbed and a wide toebox for a natural feel. The shoe has a built-in sock liner for a close fit and to keep out debris. Underfoot, a Granite Grip outsole with a sticky rubber for traction on wet and dry surfaces alike. The lightweight shoes dry fast and have ports for quick drainage after submersion.

BOTE HD Aero 11ft 6in Inflatable Stand-Up Paddleboard: $934 (15% Off)

The BOTE HD Aero 11-foot, six-inch Inflatable Stand-Up Paddleboard hits the mark for its mix of stability and a balanced glide. The composite fiber core stiffens the board to the point you might forget it is inflatable. Let the HD Aero be your adventure platform, whether you’re out for a chill float or a gear-heavy tour. Backcountry’s Gearhead experts praised this SUP’s multi-textured deck pad and controlled ride through shifting conditions.

Roark Shorey Boardshort — Men’s: From $30 (Up to 55% Off)

These lightweight boardshorts have a two-way stretch fabric for the freedom of movement you want while moving your body. They dry fast, too. A wide waistband, scalloped hem, and a rear stash pocket round out the comfort and performance features.

Astral Lonnie Personal Floatation Device: $109 (25% Off)

Astral’s Lonnie PFD has a low profile made for recreational use, touring, and fishing. It has Gaia foam shaped to fit close and allow for mobility. The chest panel is shaped to reduce ride-up while paddling. Other features include a ThinVent back panel, which ventilates even against high-back seats.

Cribbing from running vest designs, the Lonnie PFD includes several easy access pockets for holding a phone, snacks, and an integrated knife slot. A lash point makes it easy to attach a reservoir system. For safety, the vest comes with reflective hits and a whistle.

BOTE Kula 5.0 Gallon Magnepod Cooler: $254 (15% Off)

Made to live atop BOTE paddleboards, this rotomolded cooler works elsewhere, too. Like a 5-gallon bucket, this cooler doubles as a seat and even has a rod holder. The hefty tote bar has a padded handle, making it easy to haul from car to shore.

Dakine Missions Noserider Surfboard Bag: $135 (40% Off)

Let the Dakine Missions Noserider Surfboard Bag protect your longboard on the commute to the usual spot or while traveling far away. A diamond ripstop shell fabric is tough enough to take some less-than-friendly airline handling and resists tears. It is padded with a 10mm layer of closed-cell foam to cushion and nestle a board.

The bag’s bottom helps shield the board from heat, preventing warping in storage, while reinforced vents allow airflow. Internal storage options include a fin pocket and an accessory pocket for your favorite wax. A removable padded shoulder strap helps with hauling.

Manera Seafarer FZ 4/3mm Wetsuit — Women’s: $183 (20% Off)

When the water’s warm, but not quite warm enough, this hybrid wetsuit has a 10D fleece lining to trap body heat around your core. The 3/2mm wetsuit is made from a high-stretch neoprene for flexibility and seams reinforced by SD2 TAPE for durability and waterproofing.

Other Manera wetsuits are on sale, too.

Kuma Bear Buddy Double Chair: $148 (20$ Off)

Sit lakeside or fireside in the hefty, two-seat Kuma Bear Buddy Double Chair. Each wide seat is 16 inches off the ground and has padding in the back and armrests. It brings comfort to your lounging time, making it that much more rewarding. The chair is made from a durable polyester that resists both dirt and moisture, while its steel frame supports up to 500 pounds.

Pit Viper The 2000s Polarized Sunglasses: $66 (45% Off) — [Live 5/21]

Performance sunglasses don’t have to be refined and subtle. And with The 2000s polarized sunglasses, Pit Viper takes a bold approach. These sunglasses use polycarbonate lenses tailored to reduce glare and improve contrast on bright, sunny days. Their fully adjustable frame lets you get the fit just right. That includes the earpieces, arm length, and lens angle.

Rubberized touchpoints help hold the sunglasses in place once the fit is dialed. Grab a pair of the 2000s if you want a throwback fashion statement with all the modern tech of eye protection for the active set.

Nomadix Original Towel: $40 (25% Off) — [Live 5/22]

The Nomadix Original Towel is a versatile towel we keep in our car so that it’s on hand for the next day at the beach, campsite, or spontaneous picnic. The recycled polyester is far more absorbent and quicker drying than a cotton towel. It also sheds dirt and pet hair. In fact, we use it as a seat cover when hauling wet gear or giving a dog a ride home. Plus, the towel is larger than a yoga mat (72.5” x 30”), yet folds down small enough to stash in a daypack or tote.