Backcountry Bike and Ski is a small, locally owned, full-service shop. We offer a range of quality brands to fit a wide variety of budgets and riding styles. Along with tune-ups and repairs, we provide all the accessories you need to make your experience fun and successful. Community participation and the creation of a bicycle friendly community have been the backbone of our philosophy since we opened for business in 2008.
We thrive on seeing our customers enjoy bicycling and skiing, or introducing new riders and skiers to the sport. We believe in advocacy for trail development, management, and etiquette as well as promoting safe cycling. At Backcountry, we work hard to provide excellent customer service with a skilled sales and service staff who are quick to help and always ready to share a laugh.
We thrive on seeing our customers enjoy bicycling and skiing, or introducing new riders and skiers to the sport. We believe in advocacy for trail development, management, and etiquette as well as promoting safe cycling. At Backcountry, we work hard to provide excellent customer service with a skilled sales and service staff who are quick to help and always ready to share a laugh.
Services
We guarantee the fit on your new bike for the life that you own it. If fit changes over riding time, come in and we can readjust the fit for you at no charge. We take pride in our thorough & professional service on all kinds of bikes. Our service is guaranteed for 30 days. If you're not satisfied with the work performed, bring your bike back in and we will readjust it for you, free of charge.
Most specialty bike shops offer a basic complimentary service plan with the purchase of a new bicycle, (a key distinction between buying at a bike shop versus mass merchants like Wal-Mart or Costco). Backcountry Bike & Ski goes a step further with professional assembly, a proper bike fitting AND follow-up tuning/adjustments for a full 3 years after purchase.
RENTAL PERIOD: 24hrs from when the bike leaves the shop, except for Saturday rentals which must be returned by 5:45 pm that same day due to our shop being closed on Sundays and Mondays. Rental bikes should be returned in clean, serviceable condition. Cleaning and repair fees may be applied. CANCELLATIONS: No charge within 48 hours, 50% of rental fee within 24 hours, and the full rental fee will be charged if cancelled within less than 24 hours.
Reviews (10)
Niki Scott
Jan 17, 2022
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Rob Pabel
Jan 08, 2022
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So, I went to a chain sporting goods store to look for CC skis, because I was unaware this little gem existed. On a friend's recommendation, I decided to check out Backcountry Bike and Ski before I bought skis elsewhere. I could not be happier about going to Backcountry. I am a complete novice and Julie was incredibly patient with me. She answered all my questions without judgement and she helped me pick out skis and poles. I also ordered boots. They were able to tell me roughly when the boots would arrive and called me immediately when they came in. I also got help from Leah while I was there
Lee Wilkins
Nov 18, 2021
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When no fatbikes were available during Covid Backcountry Bike and Ski somehow got us on a list for new bikes on order. They were very upfront about the situation as it evolved and stayed in touch constantly. End result, a beautiful new bike followed up by outstanding customer support, expertise and friendliness. Couldn’t be happier. Worth the drive from Anchorage! Check them out!
Jack Stroup
Oct 15, 2021
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Nick Johnson
Oct 02, 2021
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Christi Heun
Sep 26, 2021
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Rustyp
Jun 26, 2021
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Hands down the best bike shop in Alaska!! Their customer service is superb. They are super friendly and know all customer's by name. They stand behind of all their products and take pride in all that they do. Backcountry Bike and Ski is the Barney's Sports Chalet of the bike and ski world. Every time you go in there you know you are getting a high quality product for a reasonable price that you know will fit your needs and last a lifetime
Yekaterina Martin-Gulya
May 31, 2021
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So this place seemed great when i dropped off my 2 bikes. The business is clean and the guys working there seemed very knowledgeable. I received a text, like i asked, when my bikes where done. My cannondale was supposedly done but when i rode it it still had the original issue of snagging the chain and delayed shifting. The front derailleur was super gunked up and when riding it infront of an employee the chain became dislodged and caught. My husbands bike was not touched and all his parts went on another bike that was identical and brought in the same day. He was ok with it mistakes can happen
Jo Murray
Jul 09, 2020
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Needed a quick repair for my road bike New Years Eve. I called around to several bike shops that day and most were either unwilling or uninterested in helping me on a holiday. BACKCOUNTRY SKI AND BIKE was not only super friendly and responsive on the phone but immediately hooked me up by installing brand
new tires and fixing my bent rim. Love this place. ❤ Best bike shop in Alaska!
new tires and fixing my bent rim. Love this place. ❤ Best bike shop in Alaska!
Valerie Wansor
Jun 16, 2020
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I am so grateful for the team here! They got me all set up with a phenomenal trek bike and custom fit it to me! Months ago, unfortunately the bike that I wanted sold out from under me in a matter of seconds - these bikes go fast! Leah, was so sweet she made it a point to make sure that the exact bike I wanted got on the next order that they made. Once it came in, Brandon helped me custom fit it for my body and got me all set up with all the accessories that I needed. I can’t say enough great things about this local shop I’m grateful I was able to support an awesome business! Thank you!