If you are one of those people that actually leave your home and go outside, this might be of interest to you: The REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.) winter sale is starting today! With free shipping and discounts throughout each department, you can usually find something to keep you warm, help you climb, bike or run - you know, sporty stuff.

Here's a few samples of discounts currently in place. The sale will run from 11/16-11/26, but in our experience, most of the cool stuff sells out before the end of the sale.

• 30% Off All Full-Price Klean Kanteen.
• 25% Off All Solio Solar Chargers.
• 25% Off All Swiss Army Knives.
• 20% Off All Yakima Racks & Boxes.
• 20% Off All Snowshoes.
• 20% Off All Superfeet Insoles.
• 25% Off All Smartwool Socks & Accessories.