Yes, everything here is expensive, but what you're...

Yes, everything here is expensive, but what you're really buying is the lifetime guarantee. The backpack or boots or whatever you're considering will either last the rest of your life of you'll get a new replacement. I had the same backpack for ten years and when I replaced it, it wasn't even broken, I just needed something bigger. Take care of your LL Beans stuff and it will take care of you!