Fjällraven Raven 20 Backpack // A $100 backpack?? Any good?

[@Skye160679]

Nice one. I've been using mine pretty much daily for a year now, and it's nice and broken in now. No unusual wear or tear, even though it does get chucked around. Love this backpack.

[@JBOutside1]

Great to hear!

[@nabi5864]

I initially got this for my daughter who's attending college ... She realized right away it was much too small for her school use... Immediately ordered the 28model and was perfect....I needed up keeping this one for my own use and love it

[@JBOutside1]

Nice!

[@everydaycarrytools]

Interesting. I used an 18 liter messenger bag in college, and never had any issue. I just carried a laptop, food and a warm layer, though. I’m Not sure what students are required to bring to class these days.

[@brandonother3792]

I have been searching for a non-tacticool or military looking pack. My GR1 from Go Ruck is now dedicated to my job as a working back to hold work related material, and as for looking tactical or being tactical at work is very spot on for the line of work I am in, but I am looking for that functionality of having "a place for everything and everything in it's place" and this review has sold me on the Raven. Thank you for taking the time to make this review!

[@JBOutside1]

You bet! I hope it works for you. Still has the best features and feel at this price point IMHO

[@arlencarlson]

I have the Raven 28. Although they have increased their price a bit in the last year, it is still easily the best value for your money backpack I have seen.

[@JBOutside1]

Agree! 👊🏻

[@RebeccaSmith77]

I had this bag a few years ago before they made the backs ventilated, so it was all waxed canvas. It was entirely too hot for me to use regularly, so I gave it to a friend. Now that they have added a ventilated back panel to it, I reordered it last night. I loved the other bag I had, but it was just too hot. I also treat my G1000 Fjallraven bags with wax before using them so that they have some water and dirt protection. Thanks for the review!

[@JBOutside1]

Good stuff! Thanks!

[@courtneybaeb5638]

I really appreciate this review. It was one of the big reasons I decided to purchase this bag about five months ago. I absolutely love the bag - especially the beefy organization options. I've continued to try other bags, but always gravitate back to this one. I'm very glad I gave this bag a shot. I'm a 36-year-old mom of two kids. 5'2. I use this for an everyday bag with my kids, and also as a work bag (I'm a paraprofessional at an elementary school).

[@JBOutside1]

Good stuff! Thanks for circling back to let me know it's working out!

[@CeruleanPeonies]

Love the Raven. I’ve both the 20L and 28L, even a 20L in the previous edition. The only thing I would improve in the Raven 20 is for the laptop sleeve to be lifted higher off the bottom of the bag. However, the upside of the lack of elevation is that when I’ve my laptop in the bag, it can stand on its own (depending on how I’ve packed). Oh, and I wish they would do a 24L!

[@JBOutside1]

Good stuff!

[@SinkLikeStone]

Yin yin is my fav, love the background music!

[@JBOutside1]

Cool

[@Innerlight12]

Yes jb another banger. Love these uploads of budget packs. Would love to see some more budget ones 😊

[@JBOutside1]

Awesome! I’ll see what I can do

[@peijae1]

Nice review JB! I'm a huge Fjallraven fan personally. Being at 8700ft in the Colorado mountains, I have used one pair of Keb G1000 pants for 3 years daily and they are still doing well. Some of their hiking packs are very good, such as the Bergtagen, Lappland Hike, Keb series, Abisko Hike and Kaipak🌲

[@JBOutside1]

Very nice! I'll have to go check those out!

[@peijae1]

​@@JBOutside1 Sweet! At least get a pair of Keb pants if possible. Highly recommended! 😉

[@DaemonViews]

Keb highly recommended indeed :) Lot of fjall stuff here as well. Jackets etc as well.

[@ricardosotoAET]

New subscriber here , you sold me on this bag thanks I ordered it yesterday cant wait to try it out !!! 😊

[@JBOutside1]

Thanks for subbing! Hope you like it!

[@steveflores10]

Great review, man! I’ll be purchasing one, thank you.

[@JBOutside1]

You bet!👍🏻

[@bentobox3140]

This bag wears out rather quickly. I have a colleague who uses this. The portion at the bottom that touches the floor wears out after just a few months.

[@JBOutside1]

OH!! Good to know. But for the price, maybe get two?

[@dazzini82]

And gets very dirty!

[@-p0op0o]

I spot w my tiny eyes a PDW WUUF in the background...do a REVIEW of it!!! I am looking forward to hearing your thoughts on that bag! :) Have a great day JB!

[@JBOutside1]

Definitely happening

[@PackVoyager]

Fjallraven makes some great packs. I have the Ulvo Rolltop 30 and use it as much as my much more expensive packs.

[@JBOutside1]

I look forward to seeing more!

[@3drumsticks]

I'm guessing the bottle pockets lack pretention since there's no elastic. Is there any grippy material on the inside or would a bottle slide out if the pack was laying down? Thanks for the review! That's definitely a cool little bag. 👍

[@JBOutside1]

True. There’s not a way to hold in a bottle.

[@JFSmale]

Use a bottle with a silicone sleeve? Eg pura stainless have them

[@agraciotti]

Nice review. Thanks! What is that other gray backpack on the thumbnail?

[@JBOutside1]

That's a Heritage GR2 in "slate"

[@OperationalOrigin]

Any chance of doing a review on an Epperson Mountaineering Large bag? Its 1000D and made in the USA.

[@JBOutside1]

I’ll add it to the list!

[@davidsukmaputra2724]

What i am doubt wether i like it or not is: (i think) it is a bit short and bulky. (Compared to GR1 21L). WDYT JB?

[@JBOutside1]

It definitely is a shorter pack. It’s almost like a mini-GR2. It’s shape is also different compared to GR1s. For the price it’s worth a shot though.

[@mohdsyukrihashim2299]

Hello,what is your opinion,if you compare this bag with ulvo 23?

[@JBOutside1]

Good question, but I haven’t handled the Ulvo so can’t speak to the differences

[@slippery_yeti4779]

I’m having a hard time picking between this, the GR1 and the Filson Journeyman. I just cannot decide. Any suggestions/thoughts?

[@JBOutside1]

Wow, these are really different options. There’s a lot of variables at play before I can make any suggestions. All great choices.

[@1azyb0t]

Looks more useful & more affordable than a CHZ22

[@JBOutside1]

But durable like CHZ?? 🤔 probably not

[@DaemonViews]

But does durable mean that it will outlive you or has to outlive generations? My fjall g1000 Barents pro pants has been my hiking pants for years. Also used it during 3 renovations. And after breaking out very sharp tiles, I have some small holes in the first layer at my knees. It will be fine.

[@jimmychui5019]

Do you think the back panel mesh is abrasive? would it pill your clothes?

[@JBOutside1]

No. Not at all

[@jimmychui5019]

@@JBOutside1 Is this bag also Hydration bladder compatible?

[@JBOutside1]

@@jimmychui5019 no

[@gamelin1234]

Would it a MBP 16in fit in this model?

[@JBOutside1]

Not sure. I don't have a 16" MBP to try out.

[@Nyumnyum21]

Can fjallraven skule 20 fit 14 inch laptop?

[@JBOutside1]

According to their website, no. Sorry I don't have that one to test out.

[@Hmza92]

I’m really in need of a backpack. Is this waterproof?

[@JBOutside1]

No. Nothing is really waterproof. Just levels of water resistance

[@Scourge1990]

Against rain yea. I recommend waxing it

[@htanh1909]

When placing the backpack on a table or any surface, it often tips over and falls to the ground due to the unevenly designed bottom. It is not recommended to buy.

[@JBOutside1]

If that’s your litmus test then I guess you’re right

[@joegophotos1]

16 inch MacBook fit ?

[@JBOutside1]

sorry, didn't get a chance to test that out as I don't have that size MB

[@MarGol990]

What is that iPad case?

[@JBOutside1]

It's made by Pivot.

[@nassozeebo]

No sternum strap. So close but so so far away. :)

[@JBOutside1]

👊🏻

[@nellatrab]

The 28 is my better choice!

[@JBOutside1]

I can see that!!

[@dameonerichathway2298]

Gotta love a good cheap bag! 👍🏻

[@JBOutside1]

👊🏻

[@nicolas5960]

For that price I expect a backpack made in Europe and not in south east Asia

[@JBOutside1]

Fair enough

[@Scourge1990]

Ur delusional mate😂 u wont get made in Europe clothes for under 250€

[@davidarnold6376]

The Raven 28/V2 is far better and it stands up on its own for $10.00 more.

[@JBOutside1]

Nice!! I’ll go check that out! Thanks

[@truckercai3571]

20 liters looks like it’s 15 liters

[@JBOutside1]

Haha, yeah it’s definitely on the smaller side of 20L. All those compartments hide the volume

[@dazzini82]

It get dirty easy!

[@JBOutside1]

Agree

[@hsientsay]

Haha I love this brand in secret

[@JBOutside1]

That big branded patch is terrible IMHO. But this subtle one is great. Need to dig into more!

[@toodamnskippy6220]

I bought a couple of those bags for friends in Mexico, they were very pleased with the size and utility.

[@dylantodd9574]

Looks like it ripped off GORUCK with the design overall.

[@JBOutside1]

The design is quite common actually but I can see some similarities for sure