Legal Stuff

Due in part to the inherent risks and dangers present in all outdoor activities and use of outdoor gear, Base Gear LLC ("Base Gear") does not warrant or endorse the safety of using any products or procedures referred to in this website. Some outdoor products, such as knives and tools and climbing equipment, are inherently dangerous even when used properly and as intended.

Any survival situation is inherently dangerous regardless of the products used or the procedures performed. Base Gear does not guarantee or warrant that the products or procedures contained in this website will function as intended when needed in a survival situation.

All of the products offered for sale on this website are intended and sold for legitimate sporting purposes only. The purchase, use and ownership of knives, saws, tools and other outdoor gear are subject to a wide variety of local laws and regulations. Due to the complexity and constantly changing nature of these laws and regulations, it is impossible for Base Gear to be aware of every restriction in every location in which our products are sold or carried. 

By using this website, you agree that it is your responsibility to investigate and comply with the laws and regulations that apply in your specific area. You agree that you, and not Base Gear, are solely responsible for any claims resulting from violation of these laws and/or regulations.

TERMS OF USE

You Must Be At Least 18 Years of Age

By accessing this website and placing an order with BaseGear.com, you represent that you are at least 18 years of age, or that you have obtained parental permission to use this website. If you are shipping to a gift recipient, you represent that he or she is at least 18 years of age, or that you have obtained the permission of the gift recipient's parent or guardian to ship the items to the gift recipient.

Export Regulations for International Orders 

Although Base Gear attempts to comply with all import, export and product use regulations both within the United States of America and in countries abroad when selling and shipping your order, you understand that it is your sole responsibility to ensure that each product you order from us is legal for import, possession and use in your locality, state and/or country. You understand that you are solely responsible for any claims resulting from the violation of any laws and/or regulations with regard to the purchase, possession and use of any products you purchase through this website.

Product Information

Base Gear attempts to provide accurate and timely information concerning its products. If you believe that any information contained in this website is inaccurate, please contact us and we will promptly correct any inaccuracies. Base Gear is not responsible for typographical errors as to product pricing and information. Prices and terms are subject to change without notice.

By accessing this website, you also understand and agree with the terms, conditions and disclaimers set forth below and in other parts of this website.

Reference Information & Links

The information provided in this website is not a substitute for qualified instruction or personal experience. Base Gear assumes no liability for the use of or reliance on this information by any visitor to the BaseGear.com website. It is each individual's responsibility to have the proper knowledge, experience and gear to enjoy outdoor activities safely.

Although Base Gear has attempted to provide accurate and timely information on this website, Base Gear assumes no responsibility in connection therewith. Base Gear reserves the right to alter or delete any services or products contained herein without notice. IN NO EVENT SHALL BASE GEAR BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, including, without limitation, lost profits or damages resulting from the use of or reliance upon any information provided on this website.

Third Party Statements & Hyperlinks

From time to time, Base Gear may post on its website statements made by third parties. Base Gear normally does, but is not obligated to monitor such third party statements for accuracy, legality, ownership or other characteristics, and makes no representations in connection therewith. Base Gear expressly disclaims any and all liability for such third party statements.

All product and brand names mentioned on this website are trademarks of their respective owners, and any mention thereof on this website is for informational purposes only and does not necessarily constitute an endorsement or a recommendation thereof by Base Gear or its personnel.

This website contains hyperlinks to other resources on the Internet. These links are provided solely for your convenience and to assist you in locating other Internet resources that may be of interest to you, and are not necessarily intended to state or imply, unless otherwise expressly noted, that Base Gear sponsors, endorses, recommends, is affiliated or associated with such linked sites. Base Gear makes no claim or representation, and accepts no responsibility regarding the quality, nature or reliability of the site accessible by hyperlinks from this website, or sites linking to this website.

Applicable Law

This website (excluding linked sites) is controlled by Base Gear from the State of Oregon, United States of America. It can be accessed from all 50 states, as well as from other countries around the world. Each of these jurisdictions may have laws and regulations that differ from those of the State of Oregon, United States of America. 

By accessing this website, you and Base Gear agree that the laws and regulations of the State of Oregon, United States of America, will apply to all matters relating to your access of this website, without regard to any conflict of laws principles. In the event of a dispute, you and Base Gear agree to submit to the exclusive personal jurisdiction and venue of the Circuit Court of the District of Multnomah and/or the United States District Court for the District of Oregon with respect to such dispute.

COPYRIGHTS

Intellectual Property Information

This website was created by Base Gear. The contents of this website, including design, text and the selection and arrangement thereof are the intellectual property of Base Gear. Copyright © 2002-08 Base Gear. All rights reserved. Base Gear does not claim and specifically disclaims any intellectual property right to certain product images, stock photographic images, product descriptions, logos and graphical links which are copyrighted and/or trademarked by third parties. These writings, images and graphics are the property of their respective copyright owners.

Limited Permission to View, Store, Print, Reproduce & Distribute

You are hereby granted permission to view, store, print, reproduce and distribute any portions of this website for the sole purpose of purchasing goods and services from Base Gear and for using this website as a shopping resource, provided that you do not modify any page, or any portions thereof. Any other use of the material on this website, without the prior written permission of Base Gear, is strictly prohibited.

We Respect the Intellectual Property Rights of Others 

Base Gear respects the intellectual property of others. If you believe that any text, images or graphics contained in this website violate U.S. copyright or other intellectual property laws, please contact us and we will immediately remove any and all infringing material.

TRADEMARKS

Base Gear, basegear.com, Base Gear Company, Base Camp Gear, basecampgear.com, Open Summit, opensummit.com, Apex Outdoors, apexoutdoors.com, Pangea Sports, pangeasports.com, and any other graphical and textual displays associated therewith, including but not limited to logos, labels, slogans and captions are trademarks and/or service marks of Base Gear. All rights are reserved to Base Gear. Other marks appearing on this website are the property of their respective trademark and/or service mark owners.