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TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Looking at 317 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for being extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and friendly, often referred to as 'gearheads'. Many people highlight the excellent customer service, noting how staff efficiently resolved issues and provided valuable insights. Reviewers appreciate the personalized approach and the ease with which their concerns were handled, leading to positive purchasing experiences. However, some customers also noted issues with order fulfillment, including delays in shipping label creation and items being sent to incorrect addresses. Others experienced frustration with the return policy, particularly regarding sizing issues and the process for exchanges or refunds. A few people also received used or defective products, and some reported unhelpful or unresponsive customer service interactions.

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Customer service

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Return policy

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

After getting disconnected several times and having the system time out I was super frustrated. I couldn’t get anyone to just submit the order I needed. Then Marla got on and was super helpful! She go... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great help from all the gearheads I spoke to. Finalized purchase with Marla B. The only reason I didn’t rate it a 5 is that I was disappointed I couldn’t get the special coating to my skis that would... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I recently bought a northface puffer shoes for my GF and she absolutely loves it. The boxing and packing was great and everything inside the box was amazingly packaged and I got a sweet discount deal... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Backcountry chat was quick, friendly, extremely helpful in finding me a ski, sized for my type of skiing. They were very supportive with questions to help me in the selection process. Ended up with... See more

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  1. Sporting Goods Store

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Find the foremost selection of The North Face, Mountain Hardwear, Arc'teryx, and Patagonia skiing, camping, hiking, and backpacking gear on Backcountry.com. As the premier online outdoor gear retailer, we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee and free shipping.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

MARLA B was awesome

MARLA B was awesome! She quickly resolved my issue with a military discount and created my order for me. EXCELLENT customer service. That is rare now a days. THANK YOU

May 10, 2026
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Thank you for your service, Lisa, and we are so glad Marla B. was able to get the military discount sorted and make the process easy. We will absolutely pass your kind words along to her.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Service!

Marla B. was extremely helpful and efficient. I had a specific shipping concern because my home address does not receive USPS service, and she quickly helped confirm that my order could ship via FedEx. She made the ordering process easy, applied the free shipping/discount correctly, updated the shipping address, and sent a secure payment link through the chat. Overall, it was a smooth and very positive shopping experience. Thank you, Marla B.!

May 10, 2026
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It sounds like Marla B. covered every detail including shipping method, discount, address, and payment without missing a beat. That is exactly the kind of experience we want every customer to have. We will make sure she sees this, Mike.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Marla B

Marla B. was very efficient and helpful in helping sending an egift card for my daughter’s birthday!

May 6, 2026
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Happy to hear Marla B. made that easy, Pamela. Hope your daughter loves her gift and we will pass your thanks along to Marla.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ordered shoes, received metal disc.

Ordered 2 pairs of On shoes and received something that looks like it came off an airliner. Absolute B.S. and now we are down $200+ due to FedEx and Backcountry. Ive never had a company place courier blame on the customer. Absolutely won't order from you again. Customer Service has submitted 2 inquiries to FedEx. HELLO... if a courier I chose to handle my customer's products made these mistakes, I would cut my losses and use a different company. Bad company, worse partnerships.

April 16, 2026
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Reply from Backcountry.com

Joanna, receiving a completely wrong item and then being pointed toward the courier rather than given a solution is not acceptable, and I am sorry you have been left in the middle of this. Please call us at 1-801-204-4655 as we want to take ownership of this and make sure you are made whole.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Reynaldo S

Reynaldo S. solved my issue quickly and satisfactorily, making this backcountry experience a very positive one.

Thanks Reynaldo!

May 2, 2026
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Really glad Reynaldo was able to sort things out quickly for you. We will pass along your thanks and he will appreciate hearing it.

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Crap experience

Crap experience. Sent the wrong item from what was pictured and wasted so much time talking to customer service in Mexico that literally didn't know what to do. Wasted time, money, mileage for their mistake. If companies are going to penny and dime us I think it's time we also penny and dime them.

For such a large company they need to update their listings cause it's wasting people's time.

Update: Thanks for the response backcountry but as of May 20, 2026 the item on the site has still not been updated the image is still wrong! I returned the item and Fedex did not even print the label and return receipt for free after I told backcountry that I DO NOT OWN A PRINTER. So I had to pay for printing. This one purchase cost me money, time and inconvenience. How the heck are you supposed to make it right after I make another call? A random $20 gift certificate. No thanks.

Update 6/1/26: Item was returned on May 20 and still have not received refund. Tried to contact the chat and connected to CS Frida and was told that due to high volume of returns they have not completed return. Truly starting to sound like a scam.

April 27, 2026
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Reply from Backcountry.com

I am sorry, Mac. Receiving the wrong item is frustrating enough on its own, and a support experience that did not resolve it makes it so much worse. You should not have had to spend your time on this. Please call us at 1-801-204-4655 so we can make it right and ensure our listings are flagged for review.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Buyer Beware - Wrong Products being shipped

I've ordered from this company multiple times in the past with no issues, until recently. I ordered a North Face jacket, but what arrived was a women's trench coat (?) which is super odd considering that isn't even an item that is stocked on their website. After an hour being on the phone with Customer Service which was extremely unhelpful, they pretty much told me that it's my fault that I somehow didn't receive the product that I ordered and that there wasn't anything that could be done.

I was also dismissed about being able to talk to a supervisor and was told that one would follow up with me which was never the case.

I've truly never experienced Customer Service where they wouldn't apologize or even attempt to rectify a situation to try to make some effort of trying to make it better. Very disappointed in a company that I used to trust and purchase most of my outdoor gear from.

April 29, 2026
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Reply from Backcountry.com

Joe, I am genuinely sorry. Receiving an entirely wrong item after years of trusting us and then not getting an apology or a real path to resolution is a failure on our part. You deserved much better. Please call us at 1-801-204-4655 and ask to escalate as we want the chance to fix this and earn back your trust.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Do not order from Backcountry.com, their customer service is non-existent.

Backcountry uses DoorDash for "last-mile" delivery in the city, but their security standards are nonexistent. In my case, the driver dropped my package in an unsecure, open area and failed to ring the doorbell or knock. Despite the fact that I worked from home on the day specifically to ensure I was present for deliveries, the package was stolen by a porch pirate before I even saw the notification.

When I contacted customer service, they were completely dismissive. They refused to offer a reorder or investigate the delivery failure, essentially stating that their responsibility ends the moment the package touches the ground--regardless of where or how it was left.

If you live in an urban area where package theft is a concern, do not trust this company with your money online. Their "completed delivery" policy offers zero protection against negligent couriers. Unless you can buy it in-store and walk out with it, I recommend taking your business to a retailer with more accountable shipping practices.

April 23, 2026
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Reply from Backcountry.com

I am very sorry your package was left in an unsecure spot and stolen, especially after you rearranged your day to be home for deliveries. You deserved more care from both the driver and our team when you reached out, and I apologize that our response felt dismissive instead of helpful. Please contact us at 1 801 204 4655 so we can review your order details, look into the delivery, and see what we can do to make this right.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Marla B

Marla B. was really helpful. She listened intently, double checked when things still didn't seem right, and ultimately 100% fixed the initial mistakes made by the automated side of the website that was giving me a lot of issues. Trust in customers and the ability to make things right is so important and I was impressed with the handling of my issue.

April 22, 2026
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Reply from Backcountry.com

Thank you for the thoughtful review, Jenna. I am glad to hear Marla B took the time to listen closely, double check everything, and fully fix the issues you were having with the website. We will be sure to share your kind words with her, and we appreciate you trusting us to make things right.

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible Return Policy

I received an item that was the wrong size. I placed it back in the original packaging and started the return process. They make you pay shipping to return an item even if the issue is their mistake. Within a few days I was notified via email that my return was received and if the item was eligible for return they would refund the payment to the account I paid with or if they determined the item had been damaged/used I would get store credit. A week passed and no further communication so I contacted customer service. At that point, I was informed there was damage to the item, which if true there was no way I was responsible for, so they issued store credit. No explanation of the damage, no photo evidence, just based on their assessment. Give me a break, 100% scam.

April 10, 2026
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Reply from Backcountry.com

I am very sorry for the frustration with your return, from receiving the wrong size to paying return shipping and then only being offered store credit without clear explanation. You should be able to see exactly why a decision was made on your return, and I apologize that this was not communicated. Please contact us at 1 801 204 4655 so we can review the notes and images on your return, explain what happened, and see what we can do to resolve this fairly.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best Service in the Online outdoor products industry

The service, concern, and help that Marla provides is exemplary and she is a wonderful representative for Backcountry. Also, I've found Backcountry has great prices on the products I need, and if they are equal of even slightly more than their competitors, the service they provide makes up the difference

April 17, 2026
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Reply from Backcountry.com

Thank you for the generous feedback, Randy. It is great to hear that Marla’s care and attention keep you coming back, and that the combination of pricing and service works well for you. We will make sure Marla sees your note and truly appreciate you choosing us for your gear.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible company with a fake return…

Terrible company with a fake return policy. Even if you return unused items they will make stuff up, not tell you about it, say your return is complete, and not refund you. Then when you follow up they'll make up stuff to say how it was used and you only get store credit back. Anything you buy from this company can never be returned.

April 15, 2026
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Reply from Backcountry.com

I am very sorry that your return experience has left you feeling misled and distrustful of our policy. That is not how we want our returns process to feel, and you should never be left wondering why you did not receive a refund to your original payment method for unused gear. Please call us at 1 801 204 4655 so we can dig into your specific return, clarify what happened, and see whether we can correct it.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service.

Great customer service.

April 12, 2026
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Reply from Backcountry.com

Thank you, Tyler we really appreciate you taking a moment to share this. We are glad you had a great experience with our team and hope we can help you gear up again soon.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great collection competitive prices and impeccable customer support

Was assisted by Marla B on a specific promotion I was interested in and she was receptive and quick to resolve my questions. Super satisfied with shopping experience.

April 10, 2026
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Thank you for sharing this, Selva. I am glad Marla B was able to jump in quickly, answer your promo questions, and keep your shopping experience smooth from start to finish. We will make sure she sees your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Marla B = A++++

Marla B. was great! Super helpful and fast! Backcountry always has great customer service and this was no exception.

April 11, 2026
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Thank you, Jarred. It is awesome to hear that Marla B kept things fast and helpful and that your experience matched what you have come to expect from us. We appreciate your continued trust in our team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sale price adjustment

There was a sale that started just a few days after I made some purchases and Marla B. helped me complete a price adjustment for the difference quickly and hasslefree

April 11, 2026
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Reply from Backcountry.com

Thank you for the review, Andrew. I am glad Marla B was able to take care of that price adjustment quickly so you could enjoy the sale without any extra effort. We will pass your thanks along to her.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thanks

Marla B. was very helpful and provided quick service. Thank you to Marla and Backcountry <3

April 9, 2026
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Reply from Backcountry.com

Thank you, Eva. We are happy to hear Marla B could help you out quickly and that the experience felt smooth. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share this.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Another great experience with Backcountry

Marla B. was awesome. Quick to resolve my issues and proactive in helping.

April 8, 2026
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Thank you for the kind words, Jonathan. It is great to hear that Marla was both quick and proactive in getting everything sorted for you. We will make sure she sees your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Marla B was excellent

Marla B was friendly, efficient, and addressed my concern inside three sentences. Great great customer service.

March 29, 2026
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Thank you for sharing this. I am glad Marla B was able to get right to the point, stay friendly, and resolve your concern so quickly. We appreciate you taking the time to call her out by name.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

WORST PURCHASE EXPERIENCE OF MY LIFE!

WORST EXPERIENCE OF MY LIFE! I purchased skis, took a pictures of them on the webpage when I purchased. NO INDICATION OR WORDING OF FINAL SALE. I needed to return, and had called and asked at time of purchase and they said I could return if I needed to. I tore my knee, can't ski. They have refused the return and will not even allow to speak to a supervisor. They refuse to allow any contact to even DISCUSS with a SUPERVISOR. BUYER BEWARE!!!!! AMEX has been TERRIBLE as they only have CHAT customer service now. Both are HORRIBLE! When I received the invoice they put FINAL SALE ON IT. NO INDICATION BEFORE. I am a CPA who is VERY CAREFUL OF SUCH THINGS. I did buy boots from EVI.com which were FINAL SALE. They said "NO PROBLEM" RETURN THEM and sent a FREE RETURN POSTAGE LABEL and REFUNDED. I would only BUY FROM EVO from now on, but I can't ski after injury. WORST EXPERIENCE EVER! I WOULD NEVER NEVER NEVER BUY FROM THEM! DECEPTIVE PRACTICES!!!

March 3, 2026
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Reply from Backcountry.com

I am very sorry for everything you have gone through here, from the injury that kept you off your skis to the confusion and frustration around the final sale designation and your attempts to speak with a supervisor. You should be able to rely on clear information before you buy and to have your concerns heard when something changes, and I apologize that your experience felt the opposite. Please contact us at 1 801 204 4655 and ask for a supervisor so we can review your order details, look at how the item was presented at the time you ordered, and see what options we have to help.

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