REI Coupon and 200 Series builds (1 Viewer)

[1world1love]

We were discussing this in a thread about roof boxes, but I thought it might be interesting to see what other purchases people make using the REI member coupon for their build. These are the exclusions:

Discounts not valid on car racks & accessories, roof boxes, bicycles, bike trainers & simulators, snowshoes, skis, ski boots or ski bindings; snowboards, snowboard boots or snowboard bindings; kayaks, canoes, paddle boards, rafts; strollers, any item with GPS technology, action cameras and accessories, fitness trackers, personal locator beacons, avalanche transceiver and airbag products.

So it leaves out racks and accessories, and unfortunately excludes GPS tech as well.

In the past two years, we have used our coupons for a Dometic CFX3 55IM and a Goal Zero Yeti 500x.

In my mind, the Goal Zero gear becomes a much better option at 20% off and the Dometic Fridges, though still expensive, become a little more competitive. They have other solar panel options as well, but I am unfamiliar with those vendors.

What other "big ticket" build related things may be good to consider?

 

[GOLIGHTLY]

Definitely following this. Almost scooped a telescope.

Build utility: 0. Nerd factor: only a little less than a million.

 

[1world1love]

As far as total discount, the most expensive item that is not excluded is the GZ 1500. Here is a full list of all eligible items sorted highest $ to lowest:

All Products at REI | REI Co-op

www.rei.com

 

[1world1love]

Definitely following this. Almost scooped a telescope.

Build utility: 0. Need factor: only a little less than a million.

Definitely a good use. Who doesn't need a good telescope?

 

[1world1love]

The HEST Dually mattress looks interesting although crazy expensive:

HEST Dually Mattress | REI Co-op

The HEST Dually is a portable sleeping system that takes the best of your home mattress and reengineers it to give you and a friend (and maybe a small dog) a luxury sleep experience under the stars.

www.rei.com

The only review I could find without looking hard is from Gear Review:

Sleep in the Bed of Your Truck? Try the Hest Dually Mattress

The Hest Dually is an incredibly comfortable mattress that sleeps two and folds in half for travel. Its remarkable comfort and durability are matched by its hefty price tag.

gearjunkie.com

Seems like it would fit on top of a drawer system in a 200. May be an alternative to the Exped.

 

[1world1love]

Also saw this:

HitchFire Forge 15 Grill | REI Co-op

Perfect for campers, day-trippers, overlanders and tailgaters, the HitchFire Forge 15 grill attaches to your vehicle's 2 in. hitch to roam with you to the trailhead, beach or backcountry campsite.

www.rei.com

Hitch mounted grill. Much larger than a Webster Q.

 

[Artie]

Dang y’all, another thread to help me spend my money. Following with notifications.

 

[1world1love]

Camp furniture is always good. This is the only table we carry now. May think about a second one:

Mountain Summit Gear Heavy-Duty Roll-Top Table - X-Large | REI Co-op

A must-have for your next camping trip, the extra-large Heavy-Duty roll-top table from Mountain Summit Gear provides a big surface to prep dinner, plan your route or shuffle cards after a long day.

www.rei.com

 

[Tex68w]

Is this a built in discount/sale for members or a coupon I should have gotten in an email? If it was an email I might have deleted it as I ignore most of what comes from REI since most of my purchases from them have dwindled in recent years.

 

[Markuson]

Is this a built in discount/sale for members or a coupon I should have gotten in an email? If it was an email I might have deleted it as I ignore most of what comes from REI since most of my purchases from them have dwindled in recent years.

If you’re a member, you should be able to claim the coupon with your membership number at the register. They keep track that you only use the coupon once this way, and it also lets you claim it without the hard copy.

 

[1world1love]

Yeah, what Markuson said - It is attached to your membership so if you are online and signed in, you have the option to use it with the code. Whether your use it in store or online, you can only use it once per year.

 

[Tex68w]

If you’re a member, you should be able to claim the coupon with your membership number at the register. They keep track that you only use the coupon once this way, and it also lets you claim it without the hard copy.

Ok so it's separate of the annual dividends. I think I found the code on their website. I'd stay away from the Dometic fridges they sell since they aren't covered direct, seems to be a lot of issues with warranties on them based on reviews as well.

 

[Markuson]

Ok so it's separate of the annual dividends. I think I found the code on their website. I'd stay away from the Dometic fridges they sell since they aren't covered direct, seems to be a lot of issues with warranties on them based on reviews as well.

Yes. Coupons came in a separate mailer from the dividend mail.

 

[1world1love]

Ok so it's separate of the annual dividends. I think I found the code on their website. I'd stay away from the Dometic fridges they sell since they aren't covered direct, seems to be a lot of issues with warranties on them based on reviews as well.

Yeah, separate from dividends.

Not sure what you mean on the warranty. REI has a one year return policy which they definitely honor and the standard (5/3) warranty from Dometic applies as well. REI is an authorized distributor. I was able to register mine with Dometic just fine. I confirmed with Dometic before buying.

 

[1world1love]

I believe MEMBER21 is the online code.

 

[Tex68w]

Yeah, separate from dividends.

Not sure what you mean on the warranty. REI has a one year return policy which they definitely honor and the standard (5/3) warranty from Dometic applies as well. REI is an authorized distributor. I was able to register mine with Dometic just fine. I confirmed with Dometic before buying.

REI will replace just about anything for free in the first year, even shoes. Dometic won't work on any non-RV/commercial stuff and directs you to whomever you purchased it from. Should you have any issues after the first year you appear to be screwed.

 

[1world1love]

REI will replace just about anything for free in the first year, even shoes. Dometic won't work on any non-RV/commercial stuff and directs you to whomever you purchased it from. Should you have any issues after the first year you appear to be screwed.

I don't know. Dometic has a warranty policy just like any other manufacturer. I called them before I bought our fridge and they said that REI would take it back in the first year and after that, I could drop it off down at Grins RVs in Gilroy and they would fix it for free for the following 2 years. After that, they would fix it, but the warranty would only cover parts. I called Grins and they said they do warranty work on Domestic fridges.

I've only had our 55 for a year and although its been rock solid, I guess if anything goes wrong, we will find out.

 

[1world1love]

I don't know. Dometic has a warranty policy just like any other manufacturer. I called them before I bought our fridge and they said that REI would take it back in the first year and after that, I could drop it off down at Grins RVs in Gilroy and they would fix it for free for the following 2 years. After that, they would fix it, but the warranty would only cover parts. I called Grins and they said they do warranty work on Domestic fridges.

I've only had our 55 for a year and although its been rock solid, I guess if anything goes wrong, we will find out.

I should also add that anytime we buy any big ticket items, we use our Amex card and not to sound like a shill, I have never had Amex refuse to just credit my account anytime I have companies that refuse warranty service. They once immediately gave me a $1500 statement credit because a laptop battery completely dies a week out of warranty. No questions asked.

 

[Tex68w]

Yea that's honesty the only reason to have an Amex, completely covered for any reason.

 

[04UZJ100]

I should also add that anytime we buy any big ticket items, we use our Amex card and not to sound like a shill, I have never had Amex refuse to just credit my account anytime I have companies that refuse warranty service. They once immediately gave me a $1500 statement credit because a laptop battery completely dies a week out of warranty. No questions asked.

Yes. AMEX customer service is unrivaled. Platinum perks are crazy this year too.