REI famously avoids Black Friday, but that doesn’t mean the company doesn’t have a big sale right before the holidays. Right now REI is in the midst of its biggest sale of the year and it’s a perfect time to grab a new coat or jacket at the lowest prices of the season. These aren’t no-name garments, either. The sale includes Cotopaxi, The North Face, and REI’s excellent in-house brand, which typically offers the best quality for lower prices. Sizes and colors tend to sell out during big sales like this, so don’t wait on the one you want. You don’t want to end up wearing a bright yellow parka all year long. Or maybe you do. You do you. Editor’s picks The North Face ThermoBall Eco Insulated Jacket 2.0 – Men’s – $160.73 (was $229.00) This is a modern take on a truly classic piece of outdoor gear. The North Face See It The updated version of North Face’s popular ThermoBall jacket uses synthetic insulation that mimics down’s warmth-to-weight ratio but keeps you warm even when wet. The “Eco” part means it’s made with recycled materials, which is a nice bonus. At 30% off, this is a solid mid-layer…