Return Policy

Please note, our return policy has changed effective 7/26/24. See below for details.

As long as you return the item unused, clean, and smelling new, we will accept returns within 7 days of purchase and we will gladly credit or refund the cost of the item. Products must be returned with all original tags and/or packaging for a full refund. Items smelling of cigarette smoke are not considered resalable and are not eligible to be returned.

Prices subject to change without notice at the discretion of Backcountry Gear. We will not be offering price matching if an item you have purchased goes down in price after you have purchased it.

For all returns not relating to a warranty issue, you will be responsible for the cost of the return shipping. 

To arrange a return, you can obtain a Return Authorization (RA) number by using one of the following methods:

  • Call us at 1-800-953-5499 ext. 4
  • Click the green Chat button (lower right on our web page) to live chat with one of our customer service staff during business hours
  • Email us at returns@backcountrygear.com (please provide your name, order number, the item(s) you wish to return and a brief reason for the return)

We are not offering exchanges at this time. Please set up a return for the item you have purchased and place a new order for the desired item.

To protect our customers, hydration packs may only be returned if they have never been filled and the protective mouthpiece cover has not been removed. Bottles and liquid containers may not be returned.

We do not accept returns on the Outdoor Research Face Mask Kit or Face Mask Filters.

If a product fails due to a manufacturer's error, the manufacturer's warranty will apply. Contact us and we will help you get your gear returned to the manufacturer for repair.

Climbing Equipment Return Policy

For liability reasons and your personal safety, we cannot accept returns on any climbing hardware, ropes, or slings at any time (excluding warranty situations or shipping errors). Please be absolutely sure of the items you are purchasing before submitting your order.

Backcountry Gear will accept returns on harnesses, helmets, climbing shoes, ice axes, and crampons only if they have never been used.

All returns must be in new condition with all tags and packaging intact. In the case of gifts, if there is any doubt, we recommend a gift certificate instead of purchasing climbing equipment.