Black Friday outerwear deals — save up to 50% off Patagonia, Cotopaxi, REI, and more

Pro tip: The vast majority of REI's outerwear is just as good, and sometimes better, than the name-brand alternatives from Patagonia, Arc'teryx, and so n. The REI Trailmade Fleece Jacket is a perfect example of this. Better yet, four color variations are on sale to suit most styles.

Dick's Sporting Goods has a deal on women's Patagonia Ahnya quarter-zip pullovers in a wide range of chic colors, starting at just $51. Made from a mix of organic cotton and synthetic fibers, it's ultrasoft and lightweight. Plus, a kangaroo-style hand-warmer pocket and fold-down collar add to its versatility.

You either love or hate Cotopaxi's approach to jacket design. I, for one, am in the former camp, and the Cotopaxi Teca Half-Zip Windbreaker represents the heart of the brand's aesthetic and ethos: retro style and modern function perfectly married together.

My love for the Patagonia Houdini jacket, whether in half zip or full zip, is well documented, so I get pretty excited whenever it goes on sale. In this case, the deal is on the women's version in a pleasantly wide array of cool styles and colors. Did I mention it's 51% off?

I'm such a big fan of the REI Rainier Rain Jacket, I wear it in my shower. It also made my list of hiking gear essentials thanks to its lightweight and reliably water-repellent design. Feature-packed for a $100 rain jacket, you can grab one now for just $69 in all sorts of snazzy styles.

Hate being cold? Grab yourself a proper down jacket. While the big-name alternatives to the REI 650 Down Jacket will easily run you several hundred bucks, this just-as-good dupe can be yours for just $90. But don't delay, because this deal is sure to sell out fast.

Dudes aren't the only ones who can score the REI 650 Down Jacket for just $90. Like the men's version, the discount applies to a wide range of eye-pleasing women's color options, including my favorite, Night Cove.