Backcountry Gear Reviews 5,139

TrustScore 2 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

This company sends out notices of great sale prices almost daily, but the links to those sales show almost exclusively full priced items. I’ve been unsuccessful a number of times when trying to f... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Merchant sent wrong product and wouldn't allow return of product. No information on ad stating this is a dynamic rope. Check it out for yourself. Pet4m477-35-turquois-70mm Petzl Mambo 10.1 Back... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I have ordered from Backcountry Gear on two separate occasions (about a year apart). On both occasions, within about a month after purchasing from them, my credit card was used for fraudulent purch... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Consistently offers the best deals across its competitors. Quality is top tier. Their customer service is quick, courteous, and understanding. I was able to get a price adjustment turned around within... See more

Company details

  1. Recreation Center
  2. Hobby Store

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Specialty equipment for mountaineering, hiking, backpacking, skiing, camping, climbing, and backcountry use.


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TrustScore 2 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was not paid to say this!

I wore my Acorn moc slippers to death, literally. My replacements came a day earlier than expected, cheapest price online, same slipper only brand-new and fluffy. I’m a happy girl!

October 17, 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best crack gloves.

Thsese gloves are amazing, a must for crack climbing.. Very durable and comfortable, Its a lifesaver for the knuckles.

October 16, 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hilleberg 4pc Pole Holders

They had what I needed and it arrived when they said it would.
The price was good and the turn around shipping time was great.
Thanks guys

October 16, 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had part of my order filled…

Had part of my order filled incorrectly. But the staff was responsive in getting the correct items sent out and gave me the items they'd sent in error at a discount.

October 16, 2019
Unprompted review
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great price

Great price, quick delivery. I had to make a return to change size, unfortunately I had to pay return shipping which nullified my sale price.

October 16, 2019
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not a reputable company -

Copied from my e mail to Mike M. Owner - I am writing you to express my extreme frustration with your company and to advise that experiences such as this need to be shared with others and all that visit your website or consider doing business with you.

So this past Saturday I was shopping for a pair of Astral boat shoes and found your website which was offering the Astral Loyal at a 25% discount, that was great, however after trying to purchase them several times online unsuccessfully I registered thinking that was required in order to make the purchase, not so. So I called the phone number on the web site, hoping to get a person to take the order, NO luck as you are closed, so I left a message. Today Tuesday at 5:45PM EDT still no return call, so I called you and went to the web site….. I reached Jenny in customer service, oh the shoes are now $90.00 the sale is over. So I explain all of the aforementioned and that’s met with the sale price is not available any longer, then she says we usually offer the discount the day following the sale but you know today is Tuesday and this is much more difficult now……….. so I ask will you or wont you honor the price. And there is hesitation so I ask for the owner or President's name and e mail address. .. oh then that request is met with yes we’ll honor the sale price, at that point I don't need to save a few bucks I’ll buy them a full price locally!

Trust me the $25 dollars I would have saved is no big deal, but your web site that would not allow me to make the purchase, your company that failed to return my phone call, and then I’m handed a rash of BS from Jenny, that is all I need to know about BackCountry Gear.

Please remove me from your database

October 15, 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good Company

I ordered two pairs of Smartwool PHD Pro Mountaineer socks on clearance. Even with shipping costs, I saved $20.

October 12, 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I used backcountry gear to buy climbing…

I used backcountry gear to buy climbing shoes in a size that was not available on backcountry.com or other typical outlets. The order with shipped quickly and delivered via usps. I did not have to exchange or return anything so cannot comment on that process.

October 10, 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I received so much help over the phone…

I received so much help over the phone from Warren. We spoke twice about a product and I ultimately ordered it. He went out of his way to assist me and answer my questions, even checking for dimensions on my vehicle to assure the article would fit...such real customer attention and concern..five stars well deserved.

October 9, 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My customer service representative was…

My customer service representative was MOST helpful while we were on the phone, satisfying all of my needs. I even got a follow-up email a few days later. Very, very pleased with my shopping experience.

October 9, 2019
Unprompted review

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