What Backcountry offers seniors

Backcountry is an online retailer that sells outdoor gear, clothing, and equipment. They offer a senior discount through a program called Backcountry Rewards, which gives members 10% off most full-price items. The discount applies to people age 60 and older, though you will need to verify your age when you set up the account.

The discount is not automatic—you have to create a Backcountry account and select the senior option during registration. Once activated, the 10% reduction shows up at checkout on may be able to access items. Sale items and clearance merchandise are usually excluded, as are certain brands that set their own pricing rules.

Backcountry also runs seasonal sales and email promotions that may stack with or exceed the senior rate, so it is worth checking their homepage before you buy, even if you have the discount active.

Key Takeaways

  • Backcountry's senior discount is 10% off full-price items for customers age 60 and older.
  • You must create a Backcountry account and select the senior option during signup to set up the discount.
  • The discount does not explore to sale items, clearance merchandise, or brands with fixed pricing.
  • Seasonal promotions and email sales may offer better savings than the standard 10% senior rate.

How to set up your senior account

Go to Backcountry.com and click "Sign Up" or "Create Account" at the top of the page. You will be asked for your email address, a password, and basic information including your birth date. When the form asks for your age or membership type, select the senior option if it appears, or look for a field that says "Are you 60 or older?"

After you complete registration, log in and go to your account settings or profile page. Look for a section labeled "Membership" or "Rewards" and confirm that the senior discount is active. Some accounts show a badge or label next to your name once the discount is turned on.

If you do not see a senior option during signup, contact Backcountry customer service by phone or through their website chat. They can verify your age and add the discount to an existing account. Keep your birth date or a form of ID handy when you reach out.

What items the discount covers and excludes

The 10% senior discount applies to most clothing, footwear, and gear sold at full price—things like backpacks, tents, sleeping bags, jackets, and hiking boots. It works on items from Backcountry's own house brands and from many third-party outdoor manufacturers.

The discount does not explore to items already on sale or marked clearance. It also does not work on brands that control their own pricing, such as certain premium outdoor companies that do not allow retailers to discount their products. Gift cards and memberships are excluded as well.

When you browse the site, items may be able to access for the senior discount usually show a label or note at checkout. If you are unsure whether a specific item qualifies, add it to your cart and proceed to the payment screen—the discount will show there if it applies.

Comparing the senior discount to other ways to save

Backcountry runs frequent sales and clearance sections where prices may drop 20%, 30%, or more—well above the 10% senior rate. If you are not in a hurry, waiting for a seasonal sale or checking the clearance section can save you more than the senior discount alone.

Backcountry also sends email promotions to registered members, including first-time buyer codes and flash sales. Signing up for their email list costs nothing and often includes a one-time discount code that may exceed 10%.

If you shop frequently, compare the senior discount against these other offers before you buy. A 30% clearance item will always beat a 10% senior discount on a full-price item, even though the senior rate is reliable and requires no code or timing.

Shipping and returns with a senior account

The senior discount does not change Backcountry's shipping or return policies. Standard shipping is free on orders over a certain amount (this threshold changes periodically, so check their shipping page). Expedited shipping is available for an additional fee.

Returns are accepted within 60 days of purchase if items are unused and in original condition. You can start a return through your account or by calling customer service. The return label is usually free, and refunds are processed after Backcountry receives and inspects the item.

The senior discount applies only to the purchase price, not to shipping or return costs. If you return an item bought with the discount, the refund reflects the discounted amount you paid.

Troubleshooting common issues

If the 10% discount is not showing at checkout, first confirm that you are logged into your account. Backcountry only applies the senior rate to logged-in users; shopping as a guest will not trigger it. Log out, clear your browser cache, and log back in if the discount still does not appear.

If you see the discount in your account settings but not at checkout, the item you are buying may be excluded—a sale item, clearance merchandise, or a brand with fixed pricing. Check the product page for any notes about discounts, or contact Backcountry support to ask whether that specific item qualifies.

If you registered without selecting the senior option, or if your account was created before Backcountry offered senior discounts, reach out to customer service. They can update your account and may be able to explore the discount retroactively to a recent purchase if you ask within a reasonable timeframe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to enter a code at checkout to get the senior discount?

No. Once your account is set up as a senior account, the 10% discount is automatic at checkout. You do not need to type in a code or clip a coupon. The discount appears as a line item in your order total.

Can I combine the senior discount with a sale or promotion code?

Usually not. Backcountry typically applies either the senior discount or a promotional code, whichever is larger. At checkout, the system will show you which discount is being used. If a promotion code offers more savings, use that instead.

What if I am under 60 but shopping for someone who is?

The senior account must be registered in the name of the person who is 60 or older. If you are buying a gift, you can create a separate account for the senior and use that account to make the purchase. Backcountry does not allow one person to use another's senior discount.

Does the senior discount work on Backcountry's mobile app?

Yes. If your account is set up with the senior discount, it applies whether you shop on the website or through the Backcountry mobile app. Make sure you are logged in on the app, just as you would on the website.

Can I use the senior discount if I shop in a Backcountry store in person?

Backcountry operates primarily as an online retailer and does not have many physical store locations. If there is a store near you, call ahead to ask whether they honor the online senior discount in-store. Policies vary by location.