Yeti, Hydro Flask, and AeroPress Dropped New Camping Essentials at REI — These 8 Picks Start at $13

Standing around a hot stove during the height of summer is a cook’s worst nightmare, so seasoned chefs move their cooking outdoors. Still, backyard barbecues and campfire gatherings require special gear, and right now REI’s new arrivals will make you a campsite hero.

We found must-have items, like this waterproof Yeti Carryall to get your food there and back, a retro-style LED lantern for cozy campsite ambiance, and a manual coffee grinder that fits in your pocket. These just-dropped picks start at $13.

Best New Camping Gear Arrivals at REI

• Commuter-Friendly: Yeti Camino 12 Zip Carryall, $130
• No Battery Needed: Kikkerland Squeeze Flashlight, $13
• Pocket-Sized Coffee Grinder: AeroPress Manual Grinder, $200
• Mess-Free Meals: Yeti Rambler Insulated Bowl Set, $150
• Cozy Campsite Ambiance: Wild Land Hemp Rope LED Lantern, $35
• Small-but-Mighty: Hydro Flask 10-Ounce Micro Hydro Vacuum Water Bottle with Screw Cap, $28
• Minimalist Day Pack: Aer 20-Liter Go Pack 2, $99
• No-Spill Adventure Mug: Hydro Flask 16-Ounce Vacuum Mug with Flip Sip Cap, $38

Yeti Camino 12 Zip Carryall

$130 at REI

Elevated grocery-getter, anyone? You can stuff this Yeti tote full of all your purchases, and then sling it over your shoulder for your bike-ride commute. It features an interior zip pouch to store your wallet and phone, and a waterproof fabric in case anything sweats en route. One shopper said this bag was the perfect size: “not too big, yet spacious.”

Kikkerland Squeeze Flashlight

$13 at REI

Kids will love these cute flashlights that give them autonomy while camping. They come in three designs — an owl, a fox, and a bear — and feature an easy-to-squeeze lever that recharges the built-in battery on the go. The on/off switch can be easily accessed by little hands, too. 

AeroPress Manual Grinder

$200 at REI

AeroPress, makers of the ingenious on-the-go coffee press, thought of everything with this pocket-sized grinder. The all-metal construction makes this campsite must-have durable, and it features 60 adjustable settings to dial in your flavor. Just like expensive electric grinders, this little number features stainless steel burrs which are titanium-coated for longevity.

Yeti Rambler Insulated Bowl Set

$150 at REI

These Yeti insulated bowls serve multiple purposes. You can use them as campsite serveware, tote them to an outdoor potluck with your creations inside, or allow fresh-made dough to rise on the countertop. One shopper used these to store cucumbers, avocado, salsa, and chips for a fajita cook-out with family.  

Wild Land Hemp Rope LED Lantern

$35 at REI

Sure — any camp lantern will illuminate your campsite, but not with this kind of style. This high-lumen, rechargeable lamp has an attractive retro lighthouse design, complete with a hemp rope handle. It’s dimmable, waterproof, and provides generous light, making it suitable for barbecues and camping trips. Bonus: This lamp charges in your car with a USB-C cable. 

Hydro Flask 10-Ounce Micro Hydro Vacuum Water Bottle with Screw Cap 

$28 at REI

We can’t get enough of these mini Hydro Flask water bottles and want one in every color (there are seven). They’re the perfect vessels for a morning cappuccino; then, come nighttime, toss in your favorite spirit. These insulated bottles keep drinks cold for 24 hours or hot for 9 hours, and kids love them filled with hot chocolate or apple juice. One shopper uses this bottle for their morning matcha or to store hot water to make their baby’s milk while traveling.

Aer 20-Liter Go Pack 2

$99 at REI

Aer’s Go Pack is your streamlined travel companion. The sleek outer features a hidden front pocket with a magnetic closure for easy access to items like your passport or keys. It also has two exterior side water bottle pockets and a luggage handle pass-through. Open it up to find a suspended compartment that fits up to a 16-inch laptop, plus multiple small pockets for storage and organization.

Hydro Flask 16-Ounce Vacuum Mug with Flip Sip Cap  

$38 at REI

This small on-the-go mug is similar to its micro sister, but is just a touch bigger — holding 16 ounces — and has a locking flip-top for easy access to what’s inside. The top is specifically designed for hot drinks, but this shiny bottle will also keep cold drinks cold up to 24 hours. It’s leakproof, lightweight, and comes with a breathable, perforated strap.