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JimK
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JimK
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 Wed May 11, 2022 7:46 am |
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I see that Backcountry.com has opened a new store at University Village in Seattle. I have shopped at their online store for quite a few years. One more option for outdoor gear buyers. 8200 sq ft of outdoor gear to see and try on before buying.
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Foist
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Wed May 11, 2022 10:26 am |
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Anything different/better about this store versus REI?
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grannyhiker
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At least back when I was still buying gear (5 years ago), less expensive than REI on many items. And a wider variety of different brands.
May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view.--E.Abbey
May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view.--E.Abbey
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Cyclopath
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Cyclopath
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Wed May 11, 2022 12:10 pm |
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They don't sell Arc'teryx.
They used to sue other businesses for taking their name in vain.
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Shred
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Wed May 11, 2022 12:12 pm |
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grannyhiker
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Evidently this started after I had to give up backpacking. So ignore my post above!
May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view.--E.Abbey
May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view.--E.Abbey
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Opus
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Opus
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Wed May 11, 2022 1:13 pm |
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They're also sending out 20% off coupons in the mail, which can only be used in person at the store. I received one today.
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neek
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neek
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Wed May 11, 2022 2:14 pm |
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Oh yeah - there was a thread about that.
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CS
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CS
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Wed May 11, 2022 2:52 pm |
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altasnob
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altasnob
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Wed May 11, 2022 3:26 pm |
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Backcountry.com is owned by TSG Consumer Partners, a massive private equity firm.
REI is owned by REI. Headquarters in Kent. Buy local.
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HikingBex
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According to a facebook post I saw, the store is mostly "focused on athleisure, mountain biking, hiking, camping, SUP, running and a tiny bit of climbing" so depending on what you're looking for it may not be the best option anyway
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