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The relentless heat and humidity of summer continues, sending us outside in search of cold water, cool forests and high mountain passes. If you're also planning to escape the heat of the lowlands for the high country, but sure to take advantage of the ongoing [Backcountry.com sale](https://www.wired.com/story/deals-backcountry-semiannual-sale-2019/) to grab any last minute gear you need.

If you prefer to wait out the heat indoors, check out some of our favorite electronics deals for the weekend, there's plenty in there to keep you busy and entertained until cooler weather returns.

*(Note: When you buy something using the retail links in our stories, we may earn a small affiliate commission. [Read more](https://www.wired.com/2015/11/affiliate-link-policy/) about how this works.)*

### Our Favorite Outdoor Deals

- **[Haglofs Helios VX Backpack for $150 ($60 off)](https://fave.co/2ZJnyNs){: rel=nofollow}:** This versatile pack is water-resistant and made from light, durable ripstop. It has a laptop sleeve and roll-top for additional rain protection. 

- **[Silky Ono Professional Hatchet for $82.46 ($27 off)](https://www.backcountry.com/silky-ono-professional-hatchet?skid=SKY000A-ONECOL-ONESIZ&ti=UExQIFJ1bGUgQmFzZWQ6U2hvcCBBbGwgU2FsZSA6MzoxMjo=){: rel=nofollow}:** This wonderfully crafted steel hatchet is a must-have for serious wood chopping in the outdoors. It is sharp and potentially dangerous though so be sure to use safely and store it in the included bag for safe transport.

- **[Sea To Summit X-Seal & Go Bowl for $13 ($11 off)](https://www.backcountry.com/sea-to-summit-x-seal-go?skid=STS004X-RD-XL&ti=UExQIFJ1bGUgQmFzZWQ6U2hvcCBBbGwgU2FsZSA6MzozNjo=){: rel=nofollow}:** This collapsible bowl works just as well in the office as on the trail, making it perfect for backed lunches no matter where you are. When you're done, give it a quick rinse and collapse it down for easy packing.

- **[Petzl Tikkina Headlamp for $16 ($4 off)](https://www.backcountry.com/petzl-tikkina-2-headlamp-ptz006m?skid=PTZ006M-RD-ONESIZ&ti=UExQIFJ1bGUgQmFzZWQ6U2hvcCBBbGwgU2FsZSA6MTozMTo=){: rel=nofollow}:** The Tikkina strikes a good balance between price, weight and luminosity. It doesn't have a red light, but it does offer two mode, one optimized for brightness, one for battery life.

- **[Black Diamond Cams for $58-$85 ($10-$45 off)](https://www.backcountry.com/black-diamond-camalot-c4s-bld0839?skid=BLD0839-S60-ONSI&ti=UExQIFJ1bGUgQmFzZWQ6U2hvcCBBbGwgU2FsZSA6MTo5Og==){: rel=nofollow}:** Black Diamond's Camelot series of camming devices remain some of the best you can buy. They don't end up on sale much either.


### Our Favorite Electronics Deals


- **[Apple AirPods 2 with Wireless Charging Case for $159 ($40 off)](https://express.google.com/u/0/product/13565179086288644032_0_137083102){: rel=nofollow}:** AirPods are definitely meant to be used with Apple products, but if you've got some Apple gear and want (or need) to go wireless, these fit the bill. Be sure to use the code WBHYGT to get the full deal.

- **[Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo Bluetooth Earbuds for $40 ($20 off)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MCGZK3B){: rel=nofollow}:** If you don't have Apple gear, fear not these Anker Bluetooth earbuds will work with anything and won't set you back quite as much cash.

- **[Bose SoundSport in-ear headphones for Apple Devices for $40 ($60 off)](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0117RFZHC/){: rel=nofollow}:** If your Apple device has a headphone jack, these Bose headphones make a nice upgrade. There's an inline mic and remote for switch between music and calls.

- **[SanDisk 128GB MicroSDXC Memory Card for $15 ($53 off)](https://www.bestbuy.com/site/sandisk-128gb-microsdxc-memory-card-for-nintendo-switch/6103002.p?skuId=6103002){: rel=nofollow}:** There's never a bad time to pick up some memory. This card offers up to 90-megabytes per second write speeds and 100-megabyte read speeds. 

- **[Western Digital 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Drive for $100 ($70 off)](https://www.bestbuy.com/site/wd-easystore-5tb-external-usb-3-0-portable-hard-drive-black/6356880.p?skuId=6356880){: rel=nofollow}:** Need even more space? This massive massive 5-terabyte drive can backup all your data and fit comfortably in your bag.

- **[Dell G5 15 Gaming Laptop for $1,149 ($250 off)](https://www.walmart.com/ip/Dell-G5-15-Gaming-Laptop-5590-15-6-Intel-Core-i7-9750H-NVIDIA-GeForce-RTX-2060-128-GB-SSD-16GB-RAM-G5590-7503WHT-PUS/476374933){: rel=nofollow}:** This is a powerhouse of the laptop for the price, the only thing that's not to love is the small hard drive, but if you grab the 5TB drive above you'll have plenty of external storage.

- **[Logitech Harmony Smart Control Remote and Hub for $50 ($20 off)](https://www.bestbuy.com/site/logitech-harmony-smart-control-remote-control-and-smart-hub-black/8574049.p?skuId=8574049){: rel=nofollow}:** Control all things with one thing. This hub and remote center is compatible with iOS 5.0 or later and Android 2.3 or later.

- **[Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 Instant Camera Bundle for $50 ($30 off)](https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1409270-REG/fujifilm_600020093_instax_mini_9_ice.html){: rel=nofollow}:** Instant cameras are fun, but the images aren't good enough to justify the price tag sometimes, that's why we like this deal, everything you need for $50.

- **[Marvel's Spider-Man (PS4 Digital Download) for $16 ($24 off)](){: rel=nofollow}:** Spiderman for the PS4 [wasn't our favorite](https://www.wired.com/story/marvels-spider-man-game-review/), but is still incredible fun, especially if you're a fan of the character.


*As always, a [1-year unlimited WIRED digital and print subscription is only $10](https://subscribe.wired.com/subscribe/splits/wired/WIR_Edit_Hardcoded?source=deal_guides_sub). Subscribing directly supports the reviews and original reporting we do every day. We're biased, but we think it's a bargain!*