33 Genius REI Products You’ll Probably Wish You’d Discovered Years Ago

1. A four-function whistle that's a compass, magnifying glass, thermometer, and, of course, emergency whistle all in one handy-dandy little tool. Perfect to clip onto your pack just in case.

Promising review: "Good multitool I like to have on my daypack. Clipped onto my sternum strap for easy access. Very lightweight." —Luis M

Price: $6.50

Continue reading to learn moure about genius REI products, written by Rachel Dunkel.

Buzzfeed: 33 Genius REI Products You’ll Probably Wish You’d Discovered Years Ago

Close-up of a man holding a black whistle with a compass in it near his mouth.
Close-up of a man holding a black whistle with a compass in it near his mouth.

33 Genius REI Products You’ll Probably Wish You’d Discovered Years Ago

1. A four-function whistle that's a compass, magnifying glass, thermometer, and, of course, emergency whistle all in one handy-dandy little tool. Perfect to clip onto your pack just in case.

Promising review: "Good multitool I like to have on my daypack. Clipped onto my sternum strap for easy access. Very lightweight." —Luis M

Price: $6.50

Continue reading to learn moure about genius REI products, written by Rachel Dunkel.

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Rachel Dunkel is a freelance writer and editor based in Los Angeles. Get in touch with her at racheldunkel.freelance@gmail.com.
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Buzzfeed: 33 Genius REI Products You’ll Probably Wish You’d Discovered Years Ago

Close-up of a man holding a black whistle with a compass in it near his mouth.
Close-up of a man holding a black whistle with a compass in it near his mouth.

33 Genius REI Products You’ll Probably Wish You’d Discovered Years Ago

1. A four-function whistle that's a compass, magnifying glass, thermometer, and, of course, emergency whistle all in one handy-dandy little tool. Perfect to clip onto your pack just in case.

Promising review: "Good multitool I like to have on my daypack. Clipped onto my sternum strap for easy access. Very lightweight." —Luis M

Price: $6.50

Continue reading to learn moure about genius REI products, written by Rachel Dunkel.

Photo thumbnail Blog Author
Freeland Writer
Rachel Dunkel
Rachel Dunkel is a freelance writer and editor based in Los Angeles. Get in touch with her at racheldunkel.freelance@gmail.com.
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