Massive crowds flock to ALDI's snow gear Special Buys sale – don't miss out!
- Replies 3
With the chill of winter settling in across Australia, some savvy seniors are already on the hunt for bargains to keep them warm – and if you're looking for great deals on snow gear, you might consider paying a visit to your local ALDI store.
After taking a break in 2022, ALDI's 'infamous' snow gear sale has returned, and it seems shoppers couldn't wait to snatch up the winter clothing and accessories on offer during the highly-anticipated Special Buys event.
The German discount store's famous snow range, featuring items priced from just $5 to $119.99, hit the shelves last Saturday, and shoppers were absolutely buzzing with excitement.
Social media was flooded with photos and videos of customers queuing up outside their local ALDI stores more than 30 minutes before they even opened.
Chloe, who shares posts as @mymoneydiary_ on social media, captured her attempt to grab some amazing discounts from the popular sales event. The eager shopper showed the long line of people waiting to get in the store, with some even bringing their own chairs to sit comfortably during the wait – now that's dedication!
Another woman posted a snap outside her local ALDI store with the caption: '30 mins until opening, this is the queue, at least double this behind me.' Clearly, the appeal of ALDI's snow gear sale is no passing fad.
While not all ALDI locations saw these dramatic turnouts, many bargain hunters were still able to score some fantastic deals without the long lines.
'Ducked in at 9:30, grabbed two Merino thermal tops and a pair of Merino track pants, smiled and said thanks to the bloke with two kids just emptying the last of his packed food trolley onto the belt who let me in front of him, paid, and skipped out at 9:33. Happy dance,' one satisfied customer shared.
An ALDI spokesperson was pleased with the response, telling news.com.au, 'We have been blown away by the overwhelming response by our customers for the return of our hotly anticipated Snow Gear Special Buys this weekend. The enthusiasm we have seen is reflective of the high quality and low price point the Snow Gear presents.'
Offering over 70 items, the range includes everything from ski jackets and pants to wool socks, beanies, scarves, and even Thermoboots. The spokesperson also added that a good amount of stock is still available, and customers are encouraged to visit ALDI's website and use their Special Buy stock checker to ensure product availability.
Here was the full list of snow gear range (Please note: some of this stock may no longer be available in your closest ALDI store):
For adults
While ALDI is known for providing excellent value for its products, it's important to remember that the store may not always offer the most competitive prices across the board.
While certain items may be attractively priced, it's worth considering that prices for other products might be comparable to or even higher than those found at alternative retailers such as Mountain Warehouse, Kathmandu, Decathlon, and Kogan.
Remember, it's not just about the price tag but also the quality, durability, and features of the snow gear that matter. So, take your time to assess all aspects before making a purchase to ensure you're getting the best value for your money.
As always, it's crucial to do your research and compare prices before making a purchase. However, if you're in the market for high-quality, affordable snow gear, ALDI's sale is well worth a look.
So, fellow shoppers, embrace the frosty temperatures, wrap up in your warmest gear, and venture out to your local store. And share your success stories and thoughts about ALDI's winter collection in the comments below – we'd love to hear from you!
Have you recently explored your local store? Are there specific items from the collection that you found impressive and would recommend to others? Or perhaps you came across some items that didn't meet your expectations? Tell us all about it below.
Happy shopping, and stay warm this winter, folks!
After taking a break in 2022, ALDI's 'infamous' snow gear sale has returned, and it seems shoppers couldn't wait to snatch up the winter clothing and accessories on offer during the highly-anticipated Special Buys event.
The German discount store's famous snow range, featuring items priced from just $5 to $119.99, hit the shelves last Saturday, and shoppers were absolutely buzzing with excitement.
Social media was flooded with photos and videos of customers queuing up outside their local ALDI stores more than 30 minutes before they even opened.
Chloe, who shares posts as @mymoneydiary_ on social media, captured her attempt to grab some amazing discounts from the popular sales event. The eager shopper showed the long line of people waiting to get in the store, with some even bringing their own chairs to sit comfortably during the wait – now that's dedication!
Another woman posted a snap outside her local ALDI store with the caption: '30 mins until opening, this is the queue, at least double this behind me.' Clearly, the appeal of ALDI's snow gear sale is no passing fad.
While not all ALDI locations saw these dramatic turnouts, many bargain hunters were still able to score some fantastic deals without the long lines.
'Ducked in at 9:30, grabbed two Merino thermal tops and a pair of Merino track pants, smiled and said thanks to the bloke with two kids just emptying the last of his packed food trolley onto the belt who let me in front of him, paid, and skipped out at 9:33. Happy dance,' one satisfied customer shared.
An ALDI spokesperson was pleased with the response, telling news.com.au, 'We have been blown away by the overwhelming response by our customers for the return of our hotly anticipated Snow Gear Special Buys this weekend. The enthusiasm we have seen is reflective of the high quality and low price point the Snow Gear presents.'
Offering over 70 items, the range includes everything from ski jackets and pants to wool socks, beanies, scarves, and even Thermoboots. The spokesperson also added that a good amount of stock is still available, and customers are encouraged to visit ALDI's website and use their Special Buy stock checker to ensure product availability.
ALDI's snow gear Special Buys sale has returned, drawing huge crowds of shoppers looking for discounted winter items. Credit: ALDI Australia.
Here was the full list of snow gear range (Please note: some of this stock may no longer be available in your closest ALDI store):
For adults
- Ski jacket: $59.99
- Ski pants: $49.99
- Premium ski shell jacket: $119.99
- Thermal underwear set: $29.99
- Merino long-sleeve quarter zip top: $39.99
- Wool ski socks: $9.99
- Ski goggles: $15.99
- Knitted beanie, snood, or scarf: $6.99
- Thermoboots: $29.99
- Cabin cozies: $4.99
- Snow jackets: $39.99
- Snow pants: $29.99
- Ski thermal underwear set: $16.99
- Merino long-sleeve top: $29.99
- Ski goggles: $15.99
- Snow gloves or mittens: $11.99
- Thermoboots: $19.99
- Knitted beanie, scarf, or neckwarmer: $6.99
- Ski helmet: $24.99
- Single-rider snow sled: $9.99
While ALDI is known for providing excellent value for its products, it's important to remember that the store may not always offer the most competitive prices across the board.
While certain items may be attractively priced, it's worth considering that prices for other products might be comparable to or even higher than those found at alternative retailers such as Mountain Warehouse, Kathmandu, Decathlon, and Kogan.
Remember, it's not just about the price tag but also the quality, durability, and features of the snow gear that matter. So, take your time to assess all aspects before making a purchase to ensure you're getting the best value for your money.
The sale included over 70 items, with prices ranging between $7 and $119.95. Credit: ALDI Australia.
As always, it's crucial to do your research and compare prices before making a purchase. However, if you're in the market for high-quality, affordable snow gear, ALDI's sale is well worth a look.
So, fellow shoppers, embrace the frosty temperatures, wrap up in your warmest gear, and venture out to your local store. And share your success stories and thoughts about ALDI's winter collection in the comments below – we'd love to hear from you!
Have you recently explored your local store? Are there specific items from the collection that you found impressive and would recommend to others? Or perhaps you came across some items that didn't meet your expectations? Tell us all about it below.
Happy shopping, and stay warm this winter, folks!
.png){kind=icon}
