Originally Posted by
jefnvk
I've always viewed LL Bean as more of an Orvis or a Filson: upscale outdoor clothing for a more leisurely crowd. Didn't even realize they sold bikes or other outdoor gear until now.
When we camp I sleep in an LL Bean sleeping bag, on an LL Bean air pad, in an LL Bean tent. All great stuff, all house brand, as good as any product I sold when I worked for Eastern Mt. sports. The Bean bike store in Freeport has a whole range of bikes, racing, mountain, cross, you name it.
Bikes, canoes and kayaks, hunting, camping, fishing, snow sports, pretty much the whole range of recreational activities. Then clothing as their primary products.
Great stuff, maybe a slightly better value then REI (especially clothing), who I find expensive, even with my memberships deals.