Doughnut Macaroon Backpack Review (Better than Fjallraven?)

[@Nomads.Nation]

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[@robert.sec2]

I really wish there was a company that adopted this specific aesthetic but with the higher end materials.

[@Nomads.Nation]

Bellroy and Day Owl is as close as you’ll get

[@jingruiyu6854]

there is a cordura 1000D version of this bag (in large)

[@Autumn1988]

It’s Korean twill which is pretty waterproof and sturdy

[@dispirited_official]

I just got one actually in the dark purple color! I'm female so I don't like the typical backpacks. This looks more dressier than the Kanken and more inside organisation options. Glad I got it after seeing this review 😊

[@Nomads.Nation]

Awesome to hear! Please let us know what you think of the bag after testing for a few weeks 💪🏻

[@dispirited_official]

2 months in and I totally forgot about your reply 🤣 it still is my daily work bag and I use it a lot during the weekends as well!

[@Nomads.Nation]

@@dispirited_official awesome to hear, and thanks for the follow-up!

[@edcAdventures.]

Bro i literally just discovered this brand a while ago (4hrs) from an ad and now i saw a review from you lol this simulation is wild 😂

[@Nomads.Nation]

Meant to be ;)

[@Ejin-ik3tb]

The backpacks by Doughnut are definitely some of my favorite backpacks, be it just everyday or even outdoor activities. I'm an avid hiker and outdoors person and normally use the more heftier hiking packs (Vaude, Deuter, Tatonka... you name it). I don't remember how I exactly got into contact with the macaroon but I definitely remember doing my first Ultra Cycling Tour with it. Very compact and spacious at the same time and the material definitely didn't disappoint me during the bad weather I had to cycle through. During hikes it's as of now my go to backpack for casual day trips, fulfills all the basic needs without going overkill for a day trip.

[@Nomads.Nation]

Awesome to hear!

[@joecarroll8286]

Great review! I have a Kanken and a Doughnut, and if people are on the fence, I'd recommend the Doughnut. I got one of the larger models from their "gamer" series (not a gamer, but the black-on-black aesthetic got me) and it addresses some of the cons from the smaller sizes without costing too much more. The Kankens are lovely to look at, but the way those things attract filth can't be overstated. It's like they absorb free-floating dirt particles from the air itself. I can't speak to the longevity of the Doughnuts because I've only had mine for a couple months, but I absolutely feel like I at least got what I paid for.

[@Nomads.Nation]

agreed, they are well priced for what you are getting

[@rlfstr]

Oh my wife has one that's like light cream pink and has these beautiful pink ribbons on the handle. Really well-made bag and quality materials like genuine leather. And not too pricey too. Doughnut used to make these burly 1000D Cordura rucksack kind of backpacks too, I wish they started selling those again...

[@rlfstr]

The one my wife has is the Macaroon Grace Series Hazy Backpack, which is made of 420 crinkle nylon twill according to the website, and they claim real leather.

[@Nomads.Nation]

The leather thing is interesting to me cuz they do claim it’s real.. but it does not always seem like it to me

[@rlfstr]

@@Nomads.Nation Yea who knows. I'm not even entirely sure about the cheapish leather jacket I'm wearing right now to tell you the truth.

[@Nomads.Nation]

@@rlfstr 100% agreed, who really knows lol

[@grreeeeee]

@@Nomads.Nation it's probably reconstituted leather which companies are getting around to calling 'real leather.' they take leathers craps and combine it with plastic and form it into whatever shape and voila, 'real' leather.

[@lexijones2930]

I have one and I love this bag so much affordable yet practical while also being comfortable

[@Nomads.Nation]

agree on affordable, but comfort is so so imo

[@lexijones2930]

@@Nomads.Nation I do have the bigger version there is back padding as well as a hidden pocket on the back and very thick cushion on the straps

[@Nomads.Nation]

@@lexijones2930 ahh makes sense

[@MaijaSequeira90]

I've had one for 4 years and still in love. The fabric has held up so well. It's so much more comfortable than a kanken and kankens get really crusty because of the weird plastic fabric. The side pockets having no elastic is probably the only thing I'd change if I could. It does stand up ok if it has something in it. You can solve the dangle by just tying the excess dangle into a loose knot.. oh and that weird loose pocket inside is perfect for stashing tampons 😂

[@Nomads.Nation]

Thanks for your perspective!

[@charms8701]

You make reviews that are fun to watch. Thanks for being in depth :,)

[@Nomads.Nation]

Thank you so much!!

[@jennysue5520]

I have one of the older Doughnut Macaroons before they changed the logo (I think I've maybe had it 5-6+ years now. I can't remember exactly, but I had it at least a year or two before the Rona) and mine is made of Cordura, though I guess they've changed that now. I still love it, but I don't use it that often anymore as I didn't find it to be very comfortable. And I was prone to putting too many things in the organizational pockets like my phone, purse, kindle etc. and not enough heavier items in the main compartment to balance it out, which weighed down the front of the bag. It kept bending bending the bag over so I had to put a plastic clipboard in the laptop pocket to keep the back of the bag straight. Though thats probably more my poor organization than the bag's fault xD

[@Nomads.Nation]

💯

[@autumnrose_tv]

I really want to get one of these, but the lack of give on the side pockets would be a real let down if I can’t put my kanken water bottle pockets on it. I do prefer to not carry my bottle in my bag bc it takes up too much room internally

[@Nomads.Nation]

It’s definitely a weakness of the bag

[@jonuiuc]

Little small for me, but it looks cool. I'd probably lean day owl if I was looking at this style, simply cause I like a seperate laptop compartment. Its nice to be introduced to another brand like this, I wasn't even aware of them, but it seems they are large.

[@Nomads.Nation]

Agree that I would prefer day owl, and yes they are growing very fast

[@janicetoki]

Hard pass on doughnut backpacks. Zipper pull came off after 2 months of use. Company wanted me to pay $17 for it. Talk about poor quality for a hefty priced bag. Never again! They make it so I can’t review it in their website. SMH

[@Nomads.Nation]

ah thats not good - thank you for sharing your experience with us

[@jennyjbanks]

Mines arrived today...already its annoying me by not standing up by itself...i have a smoothy a day and its not always airtight...have a feeling it could get messy in there :(((

[@Nomads.Nation]

It’s not advertised to be a self standing bag, so shouldn’t be a surprise there. And yea, it’s kinda functional, but it’s mostly about the aesthetic

[@possiblyicy]

Loving the looks, but I'd have to hold off until they someday address the very issues you brought up!

[@Nomads.Nation]

I think at the price point this issues are fair, but totally get that it’s not for you. It’s a beautiful bag tho

[@florecitadelcampo13]

You should make a review of the brand seventeen london, the model Wimbledon, it’s very similar to this one but much cheaper

[@Nomads.Nation]

I’ll check em out!

[@sarahton270]

Does it could fit an 15"6 laptop?

[@Nomads.Nation]

Be sure to ask their customer support and let us know what they say 💪🏻

[@autumnrose_tv]

I just saw a TikTok video of someone putting a 15.6” laptop in this size bag, but there is a slightly larger version that can comfortably fit a 15.6” laptop in it :))

[@Nomads.Nation]

@@autumnrose_tvcheers!

[@katherinep708]

Is the material better or worse than Kanken?

[@Nomads.Nation]

I would say fjallraven is definitely better

[@theeverydaytechie]

They're different, but I prefer the storage on the Doughnut

[@Nomads.Nation]

I think I missed this discrepancy - good to know there’s two versions!

[@hengonghuat9876]

Super durable bag..I hv one

[@Nomads.Nation]

agreed on the admin panel

[@unfi6798]

It's a kindagarten bag...? School bag.? or Mum's scrapbooking utility bag.? Macaroon mukti-functional for sure. Cheers mate.

[@Nomads.Nation]

all the above!

[@linedwell]

Cute bags and at a price that isnt going to make your Partner look at you with that... "Really?" Kind of expression when they get the credit card bill...

[@Nomads.Nation]

unlike my wife's Chanel purchase last week lol

[@spencerstmars4882]

I thought you were going to do a video on the Linus Tech backpack

[@Nomads.Nation]

Already shot it, it’s in line to be edited and should be live in a few weeks. Unless you want to edit it for us

[@spencerstmars4882]

@@Nomads.Nation I wish I could be a part of your team. I would even learn video editing for you 😎

[@Nomads.Nation]

@@spencerstmars4882 if you do then ur hired! ;)

[@theymstudio1387]

It's like a Fjall Raven with a twist :-)

[@Nomads.Nation]

Exactly! It’s a lovely looking bag for the price point

[@Mr.Mr.Sir.]

Can you do a review on the large version?

[@Nomads.Nation]

I’ll add to our wish list 💪🏻

[@Nomads.Nation]

@@bella11110 on our to do list 💪🏻

[@amm5876]

I didn’t like the bag’s material. Gave mine away. I’ll stick with my Kanken instead. Favourite line though is Bellroy, they are my everyday.

[@Nomads.Nation]

Makes sense, the materials are in line with the price - more budget friendly

[@MS-ge2jb]

IMHO, Donut Macaroon is generally a woman's bag. Even though some models are claimed to be unisex; the shape, size, buttons and colors still have a feminine feel. Sorry, no offense, again this is just my personal opinion.

[@Nomads.Nation]

None taken - I don’t disagree when it comes many of their most popular bags (like this one). But their new Black series (like the Pathfinder) is quite masculine

[@Nomads.Nation]

@@irenejoly guys can rock it for sure! I still think that the bag is def more on the feminine side, but that all comes down to personal taste. I see many guys in Hong Kong rocking this bag 😎