I review outdoor gear — and these 13 Patagonia early Black Friday deals are almost too good to be true

This soft and lightweight neck gaiter is breathable, sweat-wicking, and oh-so-stretchy. I wear one whenever I hit the great outdoors, regardless of the season. It also boasts 40+ UPF sun protection to keep your neck and face burn-free on those bluebird days.

Fact: Everyone looks just a little bit cuter in a beanie. This is especially true when you're rocking this hip Powder Town number from Patagonia, complete with a funky, patterned cuff and lime green pompom for good measure.

This six-paneled "dad hat" features a classic fit and notably a brim that's made from 100% recycled fishing nets. The panels, meanwhile, are organic cotton canvas for a soft and relaxed feel.

I've owned one of these minuscule Patagonia Hip Packs for years because it's just the right size to fit the essentials, like a smartphone, small wallet, and a roll of lifesavers. Sure, this deal is on the hot pink variant specifically, but that just means your friends will be able to easily spot you in a crowd from afar.

This seriously discounted Patagonia quarter-zip pull-over is on sale in a range of lovely styles, including my favorite, Wetland Blue. Made from a mix of organic cotton, recycled fleece, and spandex, it's soft, comfy, and offers just the right amount of stretch — you'll never want to take it off.

At roughly 76% off, this is an outrageously good deal on one of Patagonia's more stylish women's fall jackets. Featuring a relaxed fit with a drawstring hood to keep the cold and wet out, an extra-wide placket with hidden buckles covers the zipper for even more weather protection.

Patagonia's Houdini jacket truly lives up to its name. I should know — I own three. Weighing just 3.7 ounces and small enough, when compressed, to fit in a pocket, the Houdini provides impressive warmth and rain resistance when you need it most.

Like the Houdini above, this variant is super lightweight and packable, but skips the hood and full-length zipper in favor of a half-zip design. Choose from several discounted styles, including the funky-fresh option (Wetland Blue with Rock Wash) shown here.

In search of an easy-wearing, outrageously comfortable, classic-looking fleece? Look no further than the Patagonia Synchilla. This unfussy full-zip features three zippered pockets, an oversized collar, and a casual, yet respectable disposition.

Like the fleece above, the Patagonia Microdini Half-Zip is all about making you feel like you're enveloped in a gentle cloud of cozy polyester. A two-tone design gives the garment just a touch of retro cache, while a zippered chest pocket and oversized zipper pulls add to its versatility.

Guys can also pick up the Patagonia Microdini Half-Zip for the same discounted rate, with two color options to choose from, including Burnished Red, shown here. Perfect as stand stand-alone jacket or midlayer, the lightweight Microdini boasts a casual, relaxed fit.

This packable, lightweight technical layer was built with mountain adventurers in mind, boasting a durable, breathable, and stretchy design with under-arm venting to keep you cool even during epic scrambles.

A reliable rain jacket is a wonderful thing, which is why I'm so excited about this 50% off deal on the Patagonia Boulder Fork Rain Jacket. Designed to keep you dry and comfortable in even the most extreme outdoor environments, including mountain tops and icy streams, it may well be the last rain jacket you ever need to buy.