REI membership: is it worth it?

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What's the deal with REI membership, is it worth it?

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[N-OS X-tasy!]

Yes. It's a one-time fee for a lifetime membership and is very reasonable priced. Members receive a dividend each year on the purchases made at REI throughout the previous year; if you're the type to purchase lots of outdoor gear, your membership will pay for itself in no time.

REI also offers equipment rentals at some of its stores - not sure whether membership is required for this benefit.

[C(-)ris]

Yes! It is a one time fee. Only members can buy scratch and dent gear. That has saved me thousands of dollars alone.

[rz]

They just opened an REI close to my house. We went in and looked around. Lots of expensive stuff. If that's your cup of tea, I guess it might be worth it.

[Filliam H. Muffman]

In the past only one person in a family needed to sign up, but they are the one to get any dividend checks in their name. It can be really handy if you have a store nearby to take advantage of the sales.

[Racer X]

Yup, my family has had an REI card/membership since I was a little kid. I have a letter from them that when she passes, they will move her 4 digit number to me.

Yes, their stuff can be expensive, but they have great customer service, and a great return policy.

[vision63]

rz wrote:
They just opened an REI close to my house. We went in and looked around. Lots of expensive stuff. If that's your cup of tea, I guess it might be worth it.

I basically buy from the clearance racks.

[C(-)ris]

rz wrote:
They just opened an REI close to my house. We went in and looked around. Lots of expensive stuff. If that's your cup of tea, I guess it might be worth it.

The REI brand gear is about half the price of name brands like North Face. Expensive? I suppose, but still a great value.

[NewtonMP2100]

....what about the Y....M.....C....A......???

[Racer X]

It's fun to stay there. I keep hearing people singing their praises. miley-laughing001: