Really appreciate the quick service for snowshoes today. Very simple process with $15 for the…read moresnowshoes and $10 for rentals. Equipment was good and we enjoyed a solid first experience on the recommend Emigrant Trail. Very fun day - THANKS

Good selection of products and the staff is super nice and knowledgeable. Bought a bike rack from…read morethem and they had it unboxed and ready to go when I arrived.

Visiting Backcountry was such a refreshing experience. From the moment I walked in, everyone was…read morewarm, friendly, and genuinely happy to help. You can immediately feel the good energy in the space. The team was not only knowledgeable, but fun and engaging to be around. They took the time to answer questions, offer guidance, and make sure I felt set up and excited for the adventure ahead. Nothing felt rushed or transactional. It felt like being welcomed by people who truly love what they do and love sharing it with others. They made me feel comfortable, included, and ready to get out there and enjoy everything Tahoe has to offer. In a mountain town, places like this really stand out. Great people, great vibe, and the kind of shop that makes you want to come back. Highly recommend supporting them.

Lee's the shit! Super helpful. Gave advice, recs and was very kind. Everyone that works here is…read morevery helpful.

Came on a Monday when all the ski shops and bootfitters were closed in the area. Harley took us in…read moreand was incredibly welcoming, knowledgeable, friendly, and he took extra time to explain to us what to look for in choosing boots, which was super helpful because it was our first pair of boots! He was transparent about all the prices and accommodated our desired budget. He explained the fitting process in full detail making sure the boots were a comfortable fit and would work amazing on the slopes. He also answered all of our questions patiently. When one of us was deciding between two ski options he gave us an accurate side by side comparison so we could make an informed decision. He also gave us marked down prices to reflect the summer season. He sold our friend to come here next season to buy skis. He knew we were leaving town the same day so he got the ski bindings done in 15 minutes! The policy with the skis also includes a two year fitting warranty. Thank you Harley for being fire!!

We rented a raft to float the river. It was easy to book online and pick up. The price was fair…read more The people were fine that were helping us. The only thing I'd say could have been better was the pump they gave us didn't hook on so we had to hold it to pump the raft.

The customer service and selection are fantastic. I called to rent a kayak for a half-day and they…read morewere so helpful, the price was better than I anticipated and was actually able to keep it for a full day. When there are numerous options to rent/purchase similar items customer service and friendliness will always win!

I stopped in at BlueZone the other day as my ski boots had become exceedingly painful and was fully…read moreprepared to buy a new pair. As it turns out, thanks to Nate's help, the boot that was the most painful had an extra footbed in it. Nate had me try on the boots after removing the footbed and gave me a few tips when putting them on. He then helped with sizing me for custom insoles, which were likely to help even more (and were a fraction of the price as new boots!). Bonus: Nate was also very helpful when I struggled to get the cuffs of my slimmer jeans down past my calves. We definitely had a good laugh and workout in the process.

Solid store with the brand hailing from Venice, CA. They're selling snow and skate boards and gear…read more I didn't look too much into quality. I picked up some sunglasses from an Australian company on a Black Friday deal. My husband really wanted a shirt, but they didn't really have any inventory or really any interesting apparel, which was definitely a missed opportunity. Definitely some great designs in their boards, so if you're searching for a new ride, not a bad spot to pop in and check out.

Only bought a couple of smaller items in here, but the service has always been great, the people…read morepolite and knowledgeable, and the vibe right. Thanks for everything!

I went there for renting skis to go to NorthStar…read more It was open from early and closes at 7pm, so I could pick up and drop off before going to skiing. I was there on Sunday and it had few customers, no wait time. I was in and out with 10 minutes. Everything was very quick and clear. Return was the same, very quick agian. No wait time. The price was much cheaper than at the resort and service was better.

Great service and friendly staff! Very helpful. We have rented from her for a couple years.read more

I love companies that make efforts to minimize we humans' negative impact on the world... And this…read morecompany does that, by repairing and rejuvenating and maintaining outdoor equipment and gear... And the owner, Jason, seems really concerned about doing good in the world... Which I really appreciate. Plus, Jason seems to be very knowledgeable about how best to preserve/repair/maintain gear, which avoids it being thrown out and replaced with expensive new purchases.

Daniel and Jason are mostly helpful in saving my Big Agnes tent zippers, I almost resigned to…read morepurchasing a new tent for this 10+ years 100+ days well-loved Copper Spur but they gave it a new life. Thank you so much. Daniel also replaced a Thule ski/snowboard bag strap that was pretty beaten up from weekly use in Sapporo subway a few years back. It's still going strong! Truckee is such a fantastic community because of shops like Daniel's.

Friendly service...nice to acknowledged when walking into the store. Also nice when staff takes an…read moreinterest and asks where we are from... and it's the same Midwest state, Iowa. Followed by, "and how did you get here?!" Small world.

I'll give 5 stars on the service alone. super nice staff there. very helpful. we were able to find…read moremost of what we needed with their help. good selection of north face products. store is easy to navigate. nice big fitting rooms. no complaints!

Our family's favorite Always fun , great atmosphere and the…read morefood is great too Definitely will be back soon

Sugar Bowl Resort is one of the last true independent gems in Lake Tahoe, and you can feel it the…read moremoment you arrive. Easy access off Donner Summit makes it a go-to without the chaos, and the recent improvements really show in the lodge and base areas. It's the perfect medium-sized mountain: big enough to explore all day, but dialed enough to avoid the sprawl and commuting lift-to-lift. The terrain mix is legit too, from mellow groomers to steep lines and playful powder zones. A place that still feels like skiing should. If anything, I'd love to see how they continue building on the upgrades.