Back Country Ski & Sport
Outfitting, Gear, Clothing, Services, and Rentals
Back Country Ski and Sport has proudly outfitted the Salem and Blacksburg, Virginia area since 1979.
From hiking, backpacking, camping, skiing, winter sports, and kayaking, our staff is unmatched in their experience and expertise. Get ready and gear up for your outdoor adventures with our friendly staff and our huge selection of equipment!
2018 New River Paddle Fishing Tournament - July 14, 2018
Registration Begins June 1
Store Details
Blacksburg & Salem Hours
Mon-Sat: 10AM – 6PM
Sun: Closed
Blacksburg
(540) 552-6400
Salem
(540) 389-8602
2018 Summer Events
Floyd Fandango: June 22-24
Boat Demo (Blacksburg): June 30
New River Paddle Fishing Tournament: July 13-15
Floydfest: July 25-29
Outdoor Gear & Apparel
Visit one of our locations to see our entire inventory, compare products, and get some friendly, expert advice.Rent your gear from us!
Save yourself some cash and time from waiting in line by renting your gear with us.
Kayaks, boats, skis, snowboards….
Need extra time to get the gear to your adventure? Depending on the rental, we can include time for travel. Stop by or call one of our locations for details or to schedule a rental reservation.
Reservations available within 4 days of rental when you come into one our stores – get fitted, make your payment, and you’re all set!
Repairs, Maintenance, & Fitting
We repair, fit, adjust, advise, and help you maintain your outdoor gear and sporting goods
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We are now an authorized dealer of Benchmade knives! Super excited to see our first shipment arrive in Blacksburg this morning. We will have a selection in Salem early next week. We are very confident when you see these knives first hand you'll understand what all the fuss is about.
Rain is in the forecast which makes this the perfect time to come check out all our rain gear! We've got the Arc'teryx, Outdoor Research, and North Face apparel that will keep you dry on these wet days.
How Not to Teach Whitewater Kayaking
community.nrs.com
As a whitewater kayaking instructor, there are effective and ineffective ways to teach kayaking. Looking back on her blunders, Lydia offers some insight into what not to do.Salem pair sues Dick's Sporting Goods after kayaks capsize in Santiam River
statesmanjournal.com
A Salem man and woman are suing Dick's Sporting Goods for more than $455,000 after kayaks they purchased at the Salem store capsized in the Santiam.Discounts!
Back Country is committed to high-quality gear at the best possible prices.
If you’re a student or a member of a local outdoor club, law enforcement, military, fire, rescue… let us know and we’ll be happy to apply a discount when you shop with us!
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Blacksburg, Virginia
Blacksburg BCSki
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 552-6400
3710 South Main Street
Blacksburg VA, 24060
(540) 552 -6400
Salem, Virginia
Salem BCSki
1931 Apperson Drive
Salem, VA 24153
Call us: (540) 389-8602
1931 Apperson Drive
Salem VA, 24153
(540) 389-8602