Got for my kids Re-kanken. They have been using it for 3 years and still look good. At the end of each year, I just tossed them in the washing machine and it looks all clean and good to go. I like the fact that the kanken bag doesnt make my kids looks like carrying/ having turtle shell on their back.
@Backpackies10 ай бұрын
That's awesome! Fjallraven quality is some of the best
@myrkvdr Жыл бұрын
I own a macaroon and a kånken backpack. Even though the macaroon is more padded, I still prefer the kånken. The macaroon, though more practical for those want to carry 3x more than normal, is much heavier and its material isn't as durable; the kånken backpack, though little to almost no pockets (the new version has one zipped inside), is lightweight, can withstand years of use regardless of weight, and for those of us who experience back pain it is as light as a feather even when packed. Never trust someone who claims a kånken (or any fjallraven bag) isn't durable; if bought in sweden or from their official site, you will be able to use it for YEARS. I don't know about the other brands, but the kanken in my opinion has worked perfect for my needs. The macaroon worked better for university, but it was definitely heavier and at times uncomfortable.
@Backpackies Жыл бұрын
Great insight! One area where Fjallraven dominates is their quality. Their backpacks are all built to last!
@BrightHopeAndOurPride Жыл бұрын
@@Backpackies Not a very fair comparison between Kanken and Doughnut. The umbrella fits in both backpacks. And bottle you can put it in both backpacks in the same way. The pocket inside for a bottle does not make any sense, as for me. Sometimes my shoulders get really tired from thin straps, so I bought shoulder pads. And if I need pockets, then I bought an organizer from Kanken. I have a Doughnut backpack large, I use it for travel. Apart from the pockets on the front panel, these backpacks are almost identical. Except that they are made from different materials. Therefore, I think that design plays a major role here.
@myrkvdr Жыл бұрын
@BrightHopeAndOurPride Both brands offer a range of backpacks for every need. If the square design isn't to your liking, you can choose a different model. The kånken was designed with school children in mind to prevent back pain; it works perfectly for that. It's not meant to be used in the same way you'd use a 24l tactical backpack, for example. The Hong Kong brand did take the idea from fjällräven and put their own "twist" to make it with westerners in mind, so yes, it is a fair comparison considering which came first and how it's now labeled as an alternative.
@bella111109 ай бұрын
@@myrkvdr but the price point is not worth the lacks of the kanken, unlike the doughnut
@bella111109 ай бұрын
A kanken might be "durable" but it quickly looks like its decades old and you can't properly cleant it without ruining the bag lol
@Qaptaininsano Жыл бұрын
Never heard of the donut macaroon until this video. It’s really nice! Might have to put it on my short list of bags to try out.
@Backpackies Жыл бұрын
They are a brand out of Hong Kong and have some interesting designs. Worth checking out!
@xyrt00 Жыл бұрын
Thank you!!!🎉🎉🎉 I've been hesitant for weeks, this really helped ❤❤❤
@Backpackies Жыл бұрын
Awesome! That's great to hear
@tflbo7 ай бұрын
Thank you for the tips. It would be super helpful to me to also compare the weight and packability of these bags.
@Backpackies7 ай бұрын
Good suggestion, will definitely keep that in mind for future videos
@cheungp28 күн бұрын
Totally agree Macaroon is VERY GOOD
@huynhxuanviet9818 Жыл бұрын
Thank you, the Kanken is iconic but its getting kinda old nowadays.
@incandescent240611 күн бұрын
"old", that's why we used Kanken
@CorVids10318 ай бұрын
So glad I watched this video! I was looking at Kankens but am getting a Doughnut for much cheaper instead!
@Backpackies8 ай бұрын
The Doughnut is a great bag!
@sheilabataclan840026 күн бұрын
Wow my kanken has been with me for 6 years... And it still looks new....
@Mr.Mr.Sir.8 ай бұрын
Can you do a review on the Doughnut Macaroon Large???
@rbl_fiscal7720 Жыл бұрын
Can u do under armour hustle 5.0 vs hustle pro
@lynnb2562 Жыл бұрын
I mean, you can get most of these features in a Kanken Laptop version in 13" 15" and 17" sizes... none of these are enough of an upgrade to bother with.
@Backpackies Жыл бұрын
Sure! The Kanken Laptop versions have padded shoulder straps and a laptop pocket. But we do think these bags have more pockets and more comfortable straps in general. When you compare the prices, these may be a better value for some people.
@northerncowgirl22 Жыл бұрын
And she was trying to give people an option that is more affordable and trust me not everybody wants a trendy bag that's not waterproof like I live in the PNW and a kanken will get ruined in one rainy season geez
@gerboblitz3 ай бұрын
Do Americans always need to carry liters of water around? Didn’t knew it was a desert.
@Backpackies3 ай бұрын
Easy now! We can't ignore the Southwest US like that! 🌵😅
@user-vu8iu2sx5uАй бұрын
They have this weird obsession with sizes while ignoring their bladders.
@אוסטרוסומליה Жыл бұрын
Yeah, pockets chould be bigger, or you can not take a half a gallon of fluids everywhere you go, I've been to 44 countries, they all had water
@user-vu8iu2sx5uАй бұрын
Why are you putting water bottles in the sunglasses and newspaper pockets of the Kanken, and then complaining??
@BackpackiesАй бұрын
Do lots of people still carry around newspapers where you live? Sincerely asking.