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The Rise of the American Backpacker and the Vest that Kept Them Warm
The Rise of the American Backpacker and the Vest that Kept Them Warm
PrimaLoft
The Next Generation of Insulation PRIMALOFT Technology. L.L.Bean expertise, innovations guaranteed to keep you warm on any adventure.
Ultralight 850
L.L.Bean's new Ultralight Down Outerwear. Packed with more highly water-repellent down. Designed with more sustainable fabrics. Lengthened for a better fit. Yet still as light and warm as ever. Our most versatile, packable down outerwear has never looked or felt better.
6 Ways to Prepare the Perfect Picnic
Check out some of our favorite tips for taking your picknicking skills to the next level.
How to Layer for Changing Seasons
Unpredictable weather can make dressing for the outdoors feel like an impossible task. Thats why weve narrowed it down to the three key layers you need to stay warm, dry, and ready for anything.
Outerwear Buying Guide
Our outerwear guide makes it easy to choose the right winter jackets and coats for the entire family. Explore our great selection of insulated parkas, fleece, rainwear and more.
What to Wear Alpine Skiing
Discover how to stay warm and cozy on the slopes this winter. We'll take you through a handy checklist of exactly what you need.
7 Tips for Winter Safety
Discover just how much fun winter can be with tips on how to get out there safely and comfortably.
6 Fun Camping Meals to Make with Kids
Because mealtime at the campsite is a lot more fun when the whole family gets involved.
What to Wear Hiking
Learn how to dress for hiking in any weather plus four important DOs and DONTs for any hiking outfit.
Build the Ultimate Winter Wish List
Are you an everyday outdoor lover? An all-out adventurer? A backyard fun enthusiast? No matter what your outdoor personality, well help you find the gifts to match, then show you how to build a wish list and share it with others. No secret Santas this year!
How to Put On Snowshoes
Our snow-it-all, Mackenzie, shares five simple steps to get you ready for your next snowshoe adventure.
10 Unexpected Ways to Use Your Boat & Tote
We asked our employees to share all the unique ways they use their Boat and Tote bags. Here are our 10 favorite answers.
5 Ways to Style Boots with Jeans
This combo may be a classic, but with these expert styling tips, you can dress it up or down to create fresh, new looks without losing the casual comfort that makes it such a perfect pairing.
Cross-Country Skiing Tips & Tricks for Beginners
Our resident skiing Tipster & Trickster, Mackenzie, shows us some great tips to help you get started cross-country skiing.
How to Size Snowshoes
Mackenzie shows you how to size snowshoes for the different conditions you might experience out there this winter.
Get Started Kayak and Canoe Camping
Camping by boat combines all the fun or camping with stunning, remote locations you can only reach by boat and getting started is easier than you might think.
Kikkan Randall
Kikkan Randall, skier, mother adversity overcomer. Kikkan Randall is a world-champion cross-country skier, and a trailblazing role model for female athletes around the world. After she retired in 2018, she faced her biggest challenge yet. With the love and support of her husband Jeff and son Breck, Kikkan was able to add breast cancer to the list of challenges overcome.
How to Size Cross-Country Skis
Our resident ski aficionado, Mackenzie, takes us through the steps for choosing the right size cross-country skis.
Get Started Camping
Camping is one of the easiest ways to spend quality time outdoors with friends and family, and a great trip just requires a few pieces of gear and a little planning. L.L.Bean has the expertise to help you get there.
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Get Started Hiking
Hiking is an incredibly healthy activity and an amazing way to experience the outdoors, but it can also be a little intimidating to get started. We have the expertise and gear to make getting started easy.