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The beans brand equipment is more than adequate for most outdoor stuff.įootwear wise they still have very good boots. They carry a lot of main brand outdoor equipment, and some of that stuff is not as durable as others so take a look first and make sure you are getting what you want. I don't hunt or fish anymore but am an avid hiker and backpacker. I am biased, many family members and friends have worked for them over the years and as a company, they are fantastic IMO. The prices they charge are no higher than anyone else, Cabelas, Dicks, REI etc. If you have a slip as well they will probably take it back. The return policy does not apply to failure (like soles coming off boots, my tent pole turning to splinters, etc) only the revolving door returns and thrift shop raiding a lot of folks were practicing. The warranty change has changed the way we purchase from them so it’s unfortunate but I still do enjoy their stores, employees, and products. We stick to winter items for our kids as they get at least a couple years before outgrowing them. On the other hand, we generally do not purchase items for our kids anymore - both due to the change in warranty and the price vs amount of time they’d wear them. The fact is that everything we’ve purchased from them just lasts longer than what we’ve purchased at other stores. I do believe their products are still superior to most “standard” products offered elsewhere. Saying that, we have always liked their products and continue to wear them and purchase them at all their stores (outlet, employee store, retailer store) both while I work there and off season. I can only speak of working in their order fulfillment center in Freeport. I know this sounds ridiculous but I do believe that is an extremely important part of supporting a companies products. I have been a part time employee of theirs and I can tell you that I’ve never worked for a place that treats their employees with more care and respect than them. I am sure this is not a popular opinion these days and I probably have a selfish view on Beans. Anyone got some input here? Maybe some insight to prove me wrong? Normally I'd jump at buying a pair from the long time local outdoor outfitter. I got a 100 dollar gift card and I need a new pair of hunting boots. Which after three months of not letting her pay the balance they almost froze her account and refused to remove her late fees because it was 'her fault' for not paying despite all her attempts. My partner got a credit card with them a year ago and recently they changed it to a Citi card. But since the massive change in quality(outsourced manufacturing) and radically changed return policy.I dont know anymore.

I felt justified in paying the high price for the products with the guarantee if it ever fucked up I had made the investment to get it replaced if it malfunctioned. I'd invest in a better pack and I'd pay accordingly. Whenever it had a minor break in the zipper or strap rip they'd just give me a gift card. Hell, I still have my back pack from the company. LLBean has been a fashion trend since I can remember. My family hunts, fishes, hikes, and camps. I'm 31 and I have spent all of my cognizant life in maine. If you see a post or comment that breaks these rules, report it and/or message the moderators.

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