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For your self-propelled adventures...

Backcountry Experience
For your self-propelled adventures...
Located in “the big tin hut,” Backcountry Experience has spent more than two decades equipping people for outdoor adventure. Local owner Ben Rockis and the enthusiastic staff work hard to provide the best customer service in the region to the BCEXP family of customers. They are always on the lookout for unique, quality products that help make the most of your mountain adventures, so you know you can find a cutting-edge backpack, the latest in ski technology, and that hard-to-find item right next to classic outdoor essentials. They specialize in human-powered backcountry travel and offer everything you need including: • The best outdoor footwear department and boot-fitting services in the region • A comprehensive backpack selection • The only Osprey Pro Shop in the Four Corners • A unique alpine touring, telemark, and nordic ski offering • Climbing equipment for bouldering, sport, trad, aid, and alpine • Technical and lifestyle apparel for the whole family • Camping essentials, large and small Backcountry also offers rentals and demos on the latest gear at their two convenient locations: in the heart of Durango and at Durango Mountain Resort. They are happy to guarantee your satisfaction with their products and services. It is this commitment that has made Backcountry Experience a local favorite and winner of the Durango Chamber of Commerce “Best Small Business of 2009” award. So stop by the hut sometime to share your adventure stories and be part of the Backcountry Experience family.
Backcountry Experience
1205 Camino del Rio
Durango, CO 81301
(p) 970-247-5830