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REI's 'Excellent' Fleece Jacket That's 'Simple' but 'Well-Thought-Out' Is Up to 50% Off and Selling Fast
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Who doesn’t love a good fleece? Patagonia is synonymous with the category—the brand’s Synchilla fleece (now 30% off!) sets the standard—but other brands are making high-quality versions, too. Exhibit A: REI’s Trailsmith Fleece Jacket, a highly-rated layer that’s now an incredible 50% off in multiple colorways.
The REI Co-op Trailsmith Fleece Jacket is on sale for as low as $45, up to a 50% discount from its normal price of $90. This top-rated fleece is an ideal grab-n-go option for chilly weather, and it also works in tandem with heavier jackets as part of a layering strategy. It’s available in three colorways for $45, and one additional colorway is on sale for $63 (a still respectable 30% discount). You can get it in sizes small up to 2XL, but they're selling very fast.
REI Co-op Trailsmith Fleece Jacket in Washed Stone, $45 (was $90) at REI

The Trailsmith Fleece Jacket is actually a classic garment reborn: The original Trailsmith was released in 1992. The 2025 version features the same vintage look, but it’s now updated with a Polartec microfleece fabric that’s made with 80% recycled material. The fleece is warm but also highly breathable, so this jacket won’t roast you during hikes or walks. A wind flap behind the front zipper and Lycra binding at the hem block out cold breezes, keeping you warm. Zippered chest and hand pockets keep your valuables on lockdown, and eagle-eyed gearheads will notice some enticing details: The zipper pulls and labels are exact recreations of the ones found on the original ‘92 jacket.
REI shoppers have great things to say about the Trailsmith Jacket. One called it “very comfortable and warm.” Another agreed, saying, "The fleece is amazingly soft and comfortable and with my dryer skin it’s one of the most comfortable items of clothing I own now. I like the contrast color of the zippers also."
REI Co-op Trailsmith Fleece Jacket in Saragasso, $45 (was $90) at REI

“So far it’s the only jacket I have needed this winter,” said another satisfied shopper. “It’s simple and well-thought-out.” Another called it “excellent” and said its “old-school fit looks great and wears well.”
A fleece like the Trailsmith Jacket is an incredibly versatile layer. It offers reliable warmth for serious outdoor activities, but it’s stylish enough to throw on for everyday wear, too. This popular jacket is selling fast—some sizes are already sold out—and at just $45, we know it’s going to fly off the shelves. Your mission is simple: Buy one of these before they’re gone. When you feel that cozy warmth on a cold day, you’ll be glad you did.