Fjallraven Classic 2017 - Advice & Insight

Fjallraven Classic 2017 - Advice and Insight
A short video with some advice and insight on how the Fjallraven Classic Sweden is run and tips to make your walk easier and lighter.

[@jodooxq]

Fair warning fellow hikers: August in the northern parts of Scandinavia may well mean snow and subzero temperatures! You should absolutely bring a three season sleeping bag. Hat and gloves are mandatory as well. The weather will change quickly from one minute to the next and can differ greatly from one year to another. Other than that this is a great way to experience the wilderness and the elements but with the safty of an organized event. "Go tur!"

[@MyRucksackandI]

Here Here, well said. The weatehr can change on an hour to hour basis. I had reasonable weather, but those walking behind me suffered stong winds, big hail stones and cold nights. This was the other side of the highest point, so it just goes to show you. Better to have the kit and not need it then need it and not have it.

[@creatamax16]

Great video mate them up. Im off for the trek on august 10th and been looking for information about the conditions/walk etc but not much info so you definitely helped out there. Cheers Mike

[@alexanderweaver4838]

Thank you for this video! I would love to go to this incredible event but it sounds so bloody expensive. Congratulations to you for your accomplishment; 110 km through pristine Swedish country was worth it to be sure. I loved the river rapids where you stopped to dip your feet. I could days just sitting and watching the rapids and doing some fishing. Tah mate!

[@jonfun84]

Hi Pal. This was a big help, and definitely helped us decide whether to go for it or not .... We booked our tickets for the 2018 Classic this morning and very much looking forward to it! Cheers, will sub and check our some of your other vids too!

[@deklimmer]

cool me to :-)

[@darrengough4400]

What an awesome video! I’m going to try and get on the 2022 trip. Quick logistical question, did you know when you were going to finish and therefore felt confident in booking your return flights prior to arriving in Sweden?

[@Nuenna90]

GREAT help! Thank you so much! So excited for the trip now :)

[@stevejones7140]

Thanks that helped and thank you for making it, from your information I am going now.

[@maureennash6768]

Fantastic video as ever love to do what you do all the best from cornwall x

[@MyRucksackandI]

Hi Maureen, the beautiful thing about the outdoors is its available to everyone. Granted, some things are more extreme than others, but is fantastic out there. Whatever your level, wrap up warm and enjoy it. Thanks for your support. ATB Alister

[@BrianWilson-re3kf]

Thanks Alister for pulling together this video. This is helpful and answered a number of questions I had there were hard to find answers to. One question: Do you know if the campgrounds and bus transfers take credit cards or only cash? Thanks again.

[@kristofsaerens]

Hi Alister, great video with loads of interesting insights. Really enjoyed it. My question: did you often use the map (and compass) or could you navigate by following the signs (red stones and crosses)? Thanks a lot and keep up the great vlogs! Cheers from Belgium.

[@MyRucksackandI]

Hi Kristof, thank you for your kind words. I really only used the map to chart my progress each day. On the first day I marked where I thought would be a good place to camp each night and paced myself to each day. You can easily follow the trail. the red marked stones and the other walkers. You certainly do not need to be a good map reader to complete the walk. ATB Alister

[@erikharder4250]

Hello Alister, I love your videos about the Fjallraven classic. I think about particapate next edition. Do you have a gear list for me. I never did a hike like this and I want to prepare realy good. Did you practice before starting the hike? Greetings, Erik (Netherlands)

[@MyRucksackandI]

Hi Erik, I will certainly put a list together, maybe even a video of the items I carried on the walk this year if that helps. I walk all year round, so I didnt feel the need do any additional training as such. I would certainly recommend that you are fit, it isnt that hilly but its a fair walk each day. I would certainly do it if you have the chance, you wont regret it. Good luck Alister

[@savedpurplecat]

Really interesting never heard of it until now :) Tim

[@MyRucksackandI]

Hi Tim, it's a great, well organised event. Certainly worth the time and money. ATB Alister

[@seakayaker1470]

Great video, very informative thank you. Got my ticket for 2018 and looking forward to the event. QUESTION: I arrive on the Friday and start at 9am on the Saturday; Is there a bus running through from Kurina to Nokkaloukta early in the morning to make the 9am start or do I bus through on my arrival on Friday and camp at the start in Nikkaloukta ready for my event start at 9am on the Saturday? Thanks for any advice.

[@MyRucksackandI]

Sea Kayaker hi my friend. Congrats on getting a ticket for this years Classic. You will love it. When you arrive in Kiruna, there is a bus that runs from the airport to the town for approx £12. When you arrive at the school which is used as the check in point there is a campsite right beside where you can stay the night for approx £25. There is then a bus that will take you from the playground of the school right to the start point in Niikkaloukta. The bus is free of charge. Hope that helps. Enjoy the walk buddy, take it slow and enjoy the scenery. Make friends and memories. I would like to hear how it went for you when you return. ATB Alister

[@seakayaker1470]

My Rucksack and I Thanks Alistair. One more question; does the bus from Kiruna to the start at Nikkaluokta leave in the morning in time for a 9am set off?

[@MyRucksackandI]

Sea Kayaker yes it does, there will be more than one bus and they will be full of walkers. I think it leaves at 0630hrs. I had a 1300hr start time and the bus left at 1030hrs I believe.

[@seakayaker1470]

My Rucksack and I Thanks for your advice Alistair, great video, very helpful. I’ll toast a reindeer burger to you and a couple of jugs at Abisko. Tom

[@MyRucksackandI]

Enjoy the hike Tom. The reindeer burger are 150SEK, £15 in english money.... too much for me, although they looked really nice. Enjoy the beer at the end.... its well earned by the time you arrive there. ATB Alister

[@andys1760]

Good info in this video.Also like the trail shoes.Which brand are they?

[@MyRucksackandI]

Hi Andy, Thanks mate. The shoes are North Face, sorry cant remember the "model". Really comfy though, planning on using them for summer trekking to keep the weight down. ATB Alister

[@donaldpang]

Hi Thanks for this informative video on this event. I will plan for the 2019 edition. Is there any requirement on using Fjallraven packs or clothing? Is there any rules on the weight of the pack? Thanks

[@MyRucksackandI]

Hi Donald, Thank you for watching. No, there isnt any requirements on using anything Fjallraven. You are free to take whatever equipment you want to. They do have a kit list with some items being mandatory. No rules on weight of pack either. People carry between 10-20KGS, its a personal thing. ATB Alister

[@ovenordstrom4601]

Great information, thanks a lot. Anyone, bus back to Kiruna, is'nt that free/included in "Classic-ticket".

[@fitnready4]

Would you say that the overall weather was similar to August in the UK? Or cooler etc...

[@MyRucksackandI]

fitnready4 hey buddy. I would say the weather was cooler than our August. Probably more like our April. It was comfortable for sure. Not too cold. Thanks for watching Alister

[@fitnready4]

Thanks Alister - your video helped answer some simple questions that I struggled to find online. I'm going to go for it in 2018!

[@MyRucksackandI]

Good for you my friend. You certainly wont regret it. Contact me nearer the time should you need any more info and I will let you know if I am walking. We could hook up for a beer. ATB Alister

[@Simon_B]

Are the clothes in the Fjallraven shop at the start discounted?

[@MyRucksackandI]

Hi Simon, I personally didnt buy anything. I did look around eveything but feel the prices were the same, not discounted. Sorry mate.

[@pauljordan452]

Hi mate! Good nugget of info there, a walk I do fancy doing next year. There is a good 3 day event in winter(Feb)in North East Sweden, in Höga Kusten. highcoastwinterclassic.com/ Did it this year, and will being doing it in 2018. Cover about 35/40Km, snow shoes. In minus temps, its quality wild winter camping! Looking forward to seeing more of the vlogs.

[@MyRucksackandI]

Paul Jordan thank you for the information on the winter walk. I'm going to try and get a place for this on Sunday when the tickets are available. May see you there in Feb. Good luck Alister

[@pauljordan452]

My Rucksack and I Roger that, there is a FB Page with a lot of good info

[@pauljordan452]

facebook.com/groups/hogakustenwinterclassic/?fref=ts

[@MyRucksackandI]

Thanks for the info Paul. Top Man

[@MyRucksackandI]

Hi Paul, registration is now open. I have a place, thanks for the link, im looking forward to it. See you there buddy.