Backpacks
I had several readers write in about backpacks and their warranties and other ideas. I thought I would pass on their tips.
One thing we do is look all year long for backpacks in new or near new condition at the thrift store and yard sales. This we didn't find any so I did buy them some new ones but I always keep my eye out.
Tawra
I had to share the rule when I was growing up. My mom would provide the first backpack, lunch box etc, but if I needed another one due to neglect, abuse, etc, it was my responsibility to replace it. I learned very early to take care of my possessions.
From:Rhonda
I know this may sound "expensive" but I bought
each of my 3 children a backpack from LLBean.
They were $45.00 each. The beauty of all of this
is that , LLBean replaces the backpack if
anything happens to it. My daughter is now a
college grad and still has the back packet , it
was replaced 3 different times, without question
by the company.
I felt it ws a very wise buy.
P.S.I mailed it back, but they reimbursed for the S/H costs. Quite a Deal
I am new to the web site and love the ideas. Just
a thought after reading the most recent
newsletter re: school supplies. I bought my son a
Jansport backpack in 3rd grade. Pricey I know,
but he is a senior this year and still uses this
pack. It will easily get through this year an
into college next year(if he wants!) It cost $26
back then. I just found a new one online for
24.95. And i am sure yard sales offer them MUCH
cheaper. Oh, and I think they have a 100%
lifetime warranty, so you can replace a broken
bag. Thanks for helping me make the most of what
I make!
One thing we do is look all year long for backpacks in new or near new condition at the thrift store and yard sales. This we didn't find any so I did buy them some new ones but I always keep my eye out.
Tawra
I had to share the rule when I was growing up. My mom would provide the first backpack, lunch box etc, but if I needed another one due to neglect, abuse, etc, it was my responsibility to replace it. I learned very early to take care of my possessions.
From:Rhonda
I know this may sound "expensive" but I bought
each of my 3 children a backpack from LLBean.
They were $45.00 each. The beauty of all of this
is that , LLBean replaces the backpack if
anything happens to it. My daughter is now a
college grad and still has the back packet , it
was replaced 3 different times, without question
by the company.
I felt it ws a very wise buy.
P.S.I mailed it back, but they reimbursed for the S/H costs. Quite a Deal
I am new to the web site and love the ideas. Just
a thought after reading the most recent
newsletter re: school supplies. I bought my son a
Jansport backpack in 3rd grade. Pricey I know,
but he is a senior this year and still uses this
pack. It will easily get through this year an
into college next year(if he wants!) It cost $26
back then. I just found a new one online for
24.95. And i am sure yard sales offer them MUCH
cheaper. Oh, and I think they have a 100%
lifetime warranty, so you can replace a broken
bag. Thanks for helping me make the most of what
I make!
posted by Tawra Jean at 1:05 PM
7 Comments:
I agree with the LL Bean endorsement. I bougt three backpacks a few years ago and one had to be replaced. They last FOREVER. They take a beating and wash up nicely. I love being able to throw them in the washer.
If you live close to one of the outlet stores, you can get a mis-monogrammed one for half-price. I bought one of those for $12.00 and it's going on 5 years old and looks brand new.
I can't say enough about LL Bean quality and customer service. They rock! Yes, it's an up-front cost but you get what you pay for and in this case, it's WELL WORTH IT!
Hi Tawra,
I have been keeping up on all your moving etc. Whew! I'm glad things are fixed.
Anway, about B.T.S expenses. My son is starting K and his school has a uniform. They are pretty good about the bottoms-just Khaki or Navy, so I have been able to find shorts he likes on sale, but the shirts he has to wear are so expensive. $40 bucks!! for just three that you have to buy from the uniform co. and since they are so expensive you never see them at any sales b/c everyone holds onto them for younger siblings. So unfortunatly your stuck.
As for classroom supplies, a few weeks ago Walgreens had a great sale. I got $30 worth of supplies for $9, plus I have a mail-in rebate for 4 free notebooks. I made sure I picked up his list as soon as it came out so I could keep checking the Sunday ads for the best deals.
I am going to have to check out the LL Bean bags after my son is done with his Spiderman phase :) At least I got that backpack on sale at Walmart for $5. Take care.
Debbie in Ft. Lauderdale :)
I usually buy backpacks on target clearance in early to mid September. I get them for between $3 and $5. I have purchased ahead in the past, but if I don't have one, they just use the one from last year until they go on clearance.
Another thing to watch for when it comes to backpacks is sporting events. As silly as it seems every year for the past 4 years now my grandsons have each got a new backpack and lunch box just by going to a minor league baseball game with their Aunt Carol and Uncle Chuck. The Round Rock Express has family Sunday events in August and they give away NICE backpacks with the Express logo on it. Last year it had Coke on it too but for free who cares? Also a nice metal lunch box with Express on one side and a child eating a hot dog (Mrs. Baird's bread) No it is not Spider Man or Bratz, but then again it was free, it is local and it works well. So watch your papers, even if we had to buy tickets to the game it would have just cost us $7.00 each to go. (kids are free on family day) It was fun, the kids love the backpack and lunch box and it supports a local activity. Baseball, what is more American than that?
I too have a Purple Jansport Backpack with a leather bottom for 12 years now going strong. :)
I bought my 23 year old son a LL Bean backpack 10 years ago when he started 8th grade and got it monogrammed so no one else could walk off with it. He used it all through college and is still using it when he takes a plane trip. He takes good care of his things, and I never had to send it back to them. Buying a good quality backpack saved me a lot of money. I understand the Lands End back packs are equally good.
I have had an Eddie Bauer backpack since I was 14. I just turned 24, and this backpack has lasted me through high school and five years of college, not to mention numerous vacations and trips. It is still as sturdy as the day I got it -- I think it's worth the investment to buy a higher-quality bag that will stand the test of time.
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