Columbia US Site Is Up To 40% Off: 5 Must-Buys, Sizes You Can’t Get Here, Buy&Ship Forwarding Explained
📌 TL;DR
・The discounts: The Watertight II rain jacket is US$70 (about S$90), down from US$100. The Redmond V2 Mid waterproof hiking shoe is US$66 (about S$85), down from US$110. Columbia’s US site runs a permanent sale section with 30–40% off on core styles.
・Not just price: The US site carries the full size run, including Big & Tall and Wide footwear, plus colourways and kids’ styles that rarely reach Singapore.
・The catch: Columbia’s US site does not ship to Singapore — US addresses only.
・The fix: Use Buy&Ship forwarding to a tax-free-state US warehouse, or Buy for You if you’d rather we place the order. US warehouse shipping is S$9 for the first pound and S$7 per additional pound (plus a S$1/lb fuel surcharge).
Columbia is one of the most practical outdoor brands you can buy — Omni-Tech™ waterproofing for the wet season, Omni-Shade™ UPF for the sun, Omni-Wick™ for humidity, and Omni-Heat™ for colder trips abroad. The problem in Singapore is range: local stockists carry a fraction of what the US site does, and the US site runs discounts far more often.
Below are 5 picks worth buying, what they actually cost once shipped, and a full walkthrough of getting them here with Buy&Ship.
⚠️ Important: Columbia’s US site ships within the US only. Singapore shoppers can have orders delivered to a Buy&Ship tax-free-state US warehouse and forwarded here, or use Buy for You and we’ll place the order for you.
Contents
→ What Columbia actually costs, delivered to Singapore
→ 5 must-buys from the Columbia US site
→ What is Columbia, and where can you buy it in Singapore?
→ FAQ
→ How to buy Columbia from the US: forwarding & Buy for You
What Columbia actually costs, delivered to Singapore
| Item | US site price (approx. SGD) | Was | Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Men’s Watertight II Rain Jacket | US$70 (about S$90) | US$100 | 30% off |
| Men’s Redmond V2 Mid Waterproof Shoe | US$66 (about S$85) | US$110 | 40% off |
| Men’s Utilizer Short Sleeve Camp Shirt | US$39 (about S$50) | US$65 | 40% off |
| Women’s Benton Springs Half Snap Fleece II | US$45.50 (about S$58) | US$65 | 30% off |
| Girls’ Switchback II Jacket | US$35 (about S$45) | US$50 | 30% off |
📌 What it costs to get here. Buy&Ship charges by weight, in pounds, from the US warehouse: S$9 for the first pound, S$7 per additional pound, plus a S$1/lb fuel surcharge. Part-pounds round up. A rain jacket weighs roughly 2 lb, so shipping is about S$18 — landing the jacket at around S$108 all in.
💡 Consolidate and it gets cheaper fast. Because only the first pound is charged at the higher rate, buying several items and shipping them together brings the per-item cost right down. All five picks above weigh roughly 8 lb together — about S$66 in shipping for the lot, or a little over S$13 per item.
⚠️ Worth saying plainly: local stockists do run sales too. Compare before you order, and include the shipping in your sum. Where the US site consistently wins is on discount depth, size range, and styles that simply aren’t carried here.
5 must-buys from the Columbia US site
🔥 Columbia Men’s Watertight II Rain Jacket (the popular one)
Columbia’s entry-level rain shell and the single most useful piece here for monsoon season. Omni-Tech™ fully seam-sealed fabric keeps rain out while still breathing, so you don’t cook inside it. It packs into its own hand pocket, folding down small enough to live in a backpack or car boot permanently. Adjustable storm hood, abrasion-resistant chin guard, adjustable cuffs and a mesh lining round it out.
14+ colourways; this link is Dark Mountain. Sizes S–XXL with Big & Tall options. The US cut is a Regular Fit and runs roomy — check the size chart on the product page before ordering.
US$70.00 (about S$90) — was US$100.00
Columbia Men’s Redmond V2 Mid Waterproof Shoe (biggest discount)
The deepest cut of the five — 40% off. An Omni-Tech™ seam-sealed waterproof bootie handles wet trails and puddles; the Techlite™ lightweight midsole gives you cushioning and energy return over a full day; and the Omni-Grip™ rubber outsole holds on wet rock and mud. Suede, mesh and webbing upper with a mid-cut collar for ankle support — plenty for MacRitchie or Bukit Timah, and the right shoe to pack for a hiking trip abroad.
This link is a dark brown suede colourway; several others are available. Go half a size up from your usual trainers to allow for thick socks and toe splay on descents. Wider feet should look at the Wide version, which is hard to find locally.
US$66.00 (about S$85) — was US$110.00
Columbia Men’s Utilizer Short Sleeve Camp Shirt
Built for exactly our weather. Omni-Shade™ UPF 40 sun protection plus Omni-Wick™ moisture management, in a 65% polyester / 35% recycled polyester seersucker that sits off the skin instead of clinging to it — noticeably more breathable than a standard shirt. Button chest pocket, interior security pocket and a locker loop. The camp collar makes it smart enough for dinner, not just the trail.
Six colourways; this link is Collegiate Navy. Sizes XS–XXL with Big & Tall options, Regular Fit. Check the size chart on the product page.
US$39.00 (about S$50) — was US$65.00, 40% off
Columbia Women’s Benton Springs Half Snap Pullover Fleece II
Benton Springs has been in Columbia’s line for years, and this half-snap pullover is the version people keep coming back to. 250gsm MTR filament fleece is soft and warm without bulk — which makes it the right weight for the three places Singaporeans actually need one: the office aircon, the plane, and trips somewhere colder. The adjustable snap neckline lets you vent it, and binding at the collar and cuffs keeps the shape. Also works as a mid-layer under a rain shell.
Several colourways; this link is Mineral Pink. Sizes XS–XXL plus Plus sizes, Regular Fit. Stick to your usual size if you’ll wear it as a mid-layer.
US$45.50 (about S$58) — was US$65.00
Columbia Girls’ Switchback II Jacket
The one to buy if you have kids — US$35 (about S$45) after the discount. Waterproof nylon blocks rain and wind, it weighs almost nothing, and it folds into a school bag. The drop-tail hem covers properly when they sit down, reflective detailing helps at dusk or in the rain, and elasticated cuffs keep water out. Made without PFAS. Good for school, hikes and travel.
8+ colourways; this link is Dolphin. Sizes run Toddler XXS (4/5) and XS (6/7), then Girls’ S (8), M (10/12), L (14/16), XL (18). US kids’ sizing is based on age and height, so check the size chart’s height and chest measurements rather than assuming — and consider sizing up, since they grow fast.
US$35.00 (about S$45) — was US$50.00
Note: prices, styles and stock change without notice — the Columbia US site is the source of truth. Product images are copyright Columbia Sportswear. SGD figures converted at US$1 ≈ S$1.28 (August 2026) and are indicative only.
What is Columbia, and where can you buy it in Singapore?
Columbia started in Portland, Oregon in 1938 as a small hat company and grew into one of the best-known outdoor brands in the world. Four in-house technologies cover most of what you need here: Omni-Tech™ (waterproof and breathable), Omni-Shade™ (UPF sun protection), Omni-Wick™ (moisture management for humidity) and Omni-Heat™ (reflective warmth for colder trips). The brand’s whole position is practical — real performance at a price most people can justify.
Why buy from the US site?
Columbia is sold in Singapore through its own stores and platforms such as Amazon.sg, Lazada and Zalora, so authenticity isn’t the issue. Range is. Local stockists carry a narrower selection than the US site, seasonal colourways often don’t make it here, and popular sizes sell out. The US site also runs a permanent sale section with 30–40% off core styles, and carries Big & Tall apparel and Wide footwear that are genuinely difficult to find locally.
💡 What we’d do: check what local stockists are charging first. If the US site works out better once you add shipping, order there and forward it with Buy&Ship. If you’d rather not deal with a US address and card, use Buy for You and we’ll place the order. Either way you’re buying genuine stock at the official price.
FAQ
Does Columbia’s US site ship to Singapore?
No. It ships within the US only. Use Buy&Ship forwarding — have the order delivered to our tax-free-state US warehouse and we’ll bring it here. If checking out yourself is inconvenient, use Buy for You and we’ll place the order for you. You can track everything on the platform.
How much do I need to spend for free US shipping?
Columbia’s US site runs free domestic shipping over a threshold, usually lower for registered members. The checkout page is the source of truth. Group your order with friends or buy several items at once to clear the threshold, then send everything to the Buy&Ship tax-free-state warehouse — you save the US domestic shipping and pay no US sales tax.
What will the total cost be?
Total = the US price + US domestic shipping (often free over the threshold) + Buy&Ship forwarding. From the US warehouse, Buy&Ship Shipping is S$9 for the first pound and S$7 per additional pound; UPS Shipping is S$10 for the first pound and S$6 per additional pound. A S$1/lb fuel surcharge applies, and part-pounds round up. Note that for UPS, shipment orders valued at S$400 or less carry a minimum processing fee of S$23.60 on top of GST. The system weighs your parcel and shows the fee before you pay. Current rates are always on the pricing page.
Can I buy without a US credit card?
Yes. Use Buy for You: send us the product link, size, colour and quantity, and we’ll place the order. Once it reaches our US warehouse it joins the normal forwarding flow. You never deal with a US address or the retailer directly, which makes it a good starting point if this is your first overseas order.
Is US sizing the same as what I’m used to?
Not necessarily. US apparel generally runs roomier, footwear uses US sizing, and kids’ sizes are based on age and height. Open the size chart on the product page and work from your actual chest, waist, height and foot measurements rather than your usual S/M/L. Go half a size up in hiking shoes; keep your normal size in fleece if you’ll layer it.
Local stockists are having a sale. Is this still worth it?
Depends on the discount. A deep local sale can beat importing, and you get it the same week. The US site wins on how often it discounts, how complete the size run is, and the Big & Tall and Wide options — and consolidating several items drops the per-item shipping considerably. Compare both, include shipping, then decide.
How to buy Columbia from the US: forwarding & Buy for You
Columbia’s US site won’t ship here, but you can send your order to a Buy&Ship tax-free-state US warehouse and we’ll forward it. Two ways to do it:
✅ Option 1: Buy&Ship forwarding
(For you if you can check out on the US site yourself with a card that works.)
Step 1: Order on the Columbia US site
- Create an account, add items to your cart, and enter your Buy&Ship tax-free-state US warehouse address as the delivery address
- 💡 Open the size chart before you add to cart — US sizing differs from what’s on local labels
📌 To find your address:
Log in to Buy&Ship → “My Account” → “Overseas Warehouse Addresses” → copy the full US warehouse address, along with the recipient name and phone number shown
Step 2: Declare your parcel
- Once you get the shipping confirmation and tracking number
- Log in to Buy&Ship → “Declare Parcel” → enter the courier, tracking number and item category (e.g. fashion / sporting goods)
✅ Declaring speeds up check-in at the warehouse and reduces the risk of delays
Step 3: Check-in and consolidation
- You’ll be notified when the parcel reaches the US warehouse
- Once it arrives at the sorting centre you can consolidate it with other parcels to save on shipping
- The system calculates total weight and the fee (S$9 first pound + S$7 per additional pound with Buy&Ship Shipping, plus S$1/lb fuel surcharge; part-pounds round up)
Step 4: Pay and receive
- Confirm the shipping fee, pay, and choose Buy&Ship Shipping or UPS Shipping — both deliver to your door
- Track it in the Buy&Ship app or on the website (overseas warehouse to sorting centre typically takes 3–14 business days depending on the warehouse; see the site for current estimates)
✅ Option 2: Buy for You
(For you if you’d rather not check out yourself, don’t have a card that works on the US site, or want us to handle it.)
Step 1: Submit your request
- Go to the Buy for You page and enter the Columbia item details:
- Product link (copy the columbia.com product page URL)
- Size and colour (check the size chart first)
- Quantity and any notes (e.g. “Dark Mountain preferred, Black if sold out”)
- You’ll see an estimated item cost and service fee.
Step 2: Confirm and pay
- Check the details and the fee, then pay.
- Buy&Ship places the order on the US site using the details you gave us.
📌 You never need a US address or to contact the retailer.
Step 3: Arrival and check-in
- We track the order after it ships.
- You’re notified once it reaches and is checked in at the Buy&Ship US warehouse.
Step 4: Consolidate
- At the sorting centre, ship it on its own or consolidate it with other parcels to save on shipping.
- The system calculates weight and fee automatically.
Step 5: Pay and receive
- Confirm the shipping fee, pay, and choose your delivery option.
- Track it in the Buy&Ship app or on the website.