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Get Started XC Skiing
Winters coming! Heres everything you need to know to get started with the fun and healthy sport of cross-country skiing.
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.
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 Cross-Country Skis
Our resident ski aficionado, Mackenzie, takes us through the steps for choosing the right size cross-country skis.
Jessie Diggins
Meet Jessie Diggins, World Champion Cross Country Skier.
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.
L.L.Bean Bike, Boat & Ski Store Store, Freeport, Maine
Shop the L.L.Bean Bike, Boat & Ski Store in Freeport, ME, for quality cycling, paddling and winter gear.
Winter in New England
From epic adventures in the snow to simple moments spent in the crisp winter air, were on a mission to make sure everyone has an opportunity to enjoy the season. And with free and discounted winter sports and exciting activities happening all across Maine, all you have to do is simply step outside.
Winter
Make winter your wonderland with our guides about how to stay warm outside and how to make the most of snowy weather on snowshoes, skis, hiking trails or in your own backyard.
Guide to the Perfect Base Layers
Our design experts spend a lot of time in the outdoors, so they know how important it is to have the right base layer. In a range of different weights and fabrics, all of our layers make it easier, warmer, and more comfortable than ever to get out there no matter the forecast.
Organizations
Organizations. Getting outdoors is always better with a partner. Were proud to introduce you to ours.