FJALLRAVEN CLASSIC KANKEN BACKPACK Review // Is this CARRY ON TRAVEL BACKPACK worth it?

[@KRodCollective]

What are you thoughts on the Fjallraven Classic Kanken? Have you seen them around? Ever used one?

[@aed-9787]

Your review is so thorough and informative! I just got the ochre classic kanken for work and everyday use, and I am loving it. 🥰 I can’t believe how much more room it appears to have over my other larger backpacks.

[@KRodCollective]

@@aed-9787 Thank you for the kind words! And thank you for watching! Oh, I love the ochre color too! I just got the laptop 15 in that color. Right?! They looks small, but they can carry so many things! 💕

[@mariadelourdesgomes8619]

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[@ornacia9330]

I've had mine since 2019! It's the same model as this, honestly almost looks brand new after heavy wear on and off. And I have a dark graphite colour too, I love the backpack, it's style and durability but I agree it doesn't carry heavy items well, it doesn't distribute the weight well and pushes everything on my shoulders and the straps (i do have the foam back in there). But for daily use & work it's perfect. Just not for multiple heavy school books

[@KRodCollective]

@@ornacia9330 I totally agree! Thanks for watching! 💕

[@hhthdt]

My kånken is close to 10 years old and is almost as good as new. My tip: use a protective spray every other year or so. It helps to keep the bag from discolouring and also keep the waterepelent effect from fading. :)

[@KRodCollective]

You are a pro!! Thank you, Maria! Love this tip. Can't wait to try it! 💕

[@VintageRayne]

What kind of spray please?

[@amandant]

What spray?

[@hhthdt]

​@@amandant It is called Collonil Carbon Pro :)

[@hhthdt]

@@VintageRayne It is called Collonil Carbon Pro :)

[@bixby451]

You just convinced me to get my first Kanken at 30 years old. I’ll be traveling to England next month (my first trip abroad ever) and I bought the Kanken No 2 Laptop 15 in all black to take it on the plane as my personal item. I can’t wait for it to arrive, super excited for it. So grateful for your reviews! ❤

[@KRodCollective]

YAY!! 🎉 I hope you enjoy traveling with it! Have fun in England!! So happy for your first trip abroad! Take it all enjoy and enjoy every second of it! You will have a blast! 💕

[@latachia_2981]

I watched this video a year ago & you convinced me to get a Kanken, I want to thank you! It has been a great bag. I use it for everyday travel & for trips too. I got it in the Super Grey color.

[@KRodCollective]

Aww so nice! Thank you for watching! I love this! I’m so glad you like the bag!! It’s so great! 💕Happy travels to you!

[@JillStella]

This was a great review. Thank you for not being scared to show that it has been used and loved.

[@KRodCollective]

haha Thank you, Jill! Yes, I loved that bag so much! 💕

[@amyhesting6377]

Very helpful review! I’m 47 and recently purchased the art version in Green Fable. It has raccoons (my favorite), badgers, weasels and otters along with little twigs and leaves all over it. It’s so adorable. My college daughter convinced me to get it. That said, I purchased the strap pads and the internal organizer. It’s not super comfortable and am curious how I’ll like it as a travel bag. I’m used to packs with more organization . But no matter what, I’m keeping this thing bc it’s the most low-key cute thing ever.

[@KRodCollective]

Hi Amy! I just googled it, it’s so cute! I love that one! I do hope you enjoy it. I think the shoulder pads def make it easier for travel. But organization is a big bonus for travel too. Hope you enjoy! Safe travels! 💕

[@laurameszaros9547]

Washing machine on a cold wash is absolutely fine. I hate dirt more than anything else and ended up putting it in the machine against instructions. No problems. Much improved look.

[@KRodCollective]

Oh nice! Good to know! Thanks for sharing, Laura. 💕

[@MarRydz]

Did you know that Fjallraven will actually repair your old Kanken? You have to bring it into a store that has a repair shop, but if you’re already travelling or live in the area of one, it would be a great idea :)

[@KRodCollective]

Hi Maryam! Yes! I actually just found that out. Someone posted that they do that. I had no idea. I love that they do that! 🤯

[@jaymay6445]

Most thorough Kanken review I've seen on KZbin!

[@KRodCollective]

That’s awesome! I really hope it was helpful. Thanks for watching. 🥰

[@jaymay6445]

@@KRodCollective thanks!!

[@amyrakoff5839]

I researched like hell before investing in mine. The side pockets are actually for umbrellas . I use mine everyday but I'm using another backpack for my travel cause I want compartments. It's very good quality. You can feel how well it's made.

[@KRodCollective]

Yes!! Thank you Amy! Another person commented that the side pockets are for umbrellas which makes sense since they were originally created for school children. I had no idea, so it’s good to know. I love this bag! 💕

[@BlackPearlMinistries]

I don’t think any backpack is cheap these days and if it is, it will probably fall apart. Yes, I have two of them. I got the 15 inch laptop back. It is amazing. I also picked up a classic for 50% off which was a steal. It had to come home with me, no questions asked.

[@KRodCollective]

I agree! Ooohh nice deal on the classic! I’m glad you love your 15” laptop one. They do make great bags! 💕

[@carolmatheson9833]

Love your upbeat energy! Video so useful too, thank you

[@KRodCollective]

Aww thank you! Thanks so much for watching! 💕

[@Snarkyhippie]

Ten years of daily use, can't imagine life without it! If I get another, it'll be to have matching luggage🎉

[@KRodCollective]

Oh I love that! It really is so great! 💕

[@maryjeanjason6231]

Thank you for this review. I'm really sold and now I'm saving to have one.

[@KRodCollective]

Hi Mary! Oh nice! I hope you love it as much as I do. Thank you for watching! 💕

[@ckgonzales6743]

I own the Leaf Green Kanken Classic, Ochre and Navy minis, Clay and Black Slings and LOVE each one! The one thing I would change would be to the side pockets. I wish they were more water bottle friendly. Did you get a new Kanken? I'm going to check your other videos to see!

[@KRodCollective]

Hi Cindy!! Thanks for watching. Yes! I love their backpacks so much! I think that would be the one thing I would change too. I did get a new Kanken, check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/poSYYX-wjt-Di6s to see which one. haha 💕

[@bearpancakes]

I love the Kanken too! I have a classic one, a classic mini and the sling bag. I love all of them, I find the straps comfortable but they have more sizes with a laptop compartment (13, 15 and 17 inches), reinforced seams and padded straps! It's made to hold more weight so you could get that for travelling as well. :)

[@KRodCollective]

Thank you for watching!! YAY! Another Fjallraven fan! Yes, they are such great backpacks! Yes, I've heard so many great things about the laptop backpacks! 💕

[@rosabelleraymundo1785]

How do you get the ones with padded straps? Mines I had for over 2 years but I don’t have the one with the padded straps I have the ones with the normal straps

[@KRodCollective]

@@rosabelleraymundo1785 Hey there!! The classic backpack has the normal straps. Some of the other Kanken backpacks have the padded straps like the laptop backpack. Check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/poSYYX-wjt-Di6s And you can see the difference. 💕

[@Motti88]

This video is super informative! Thanks so much ! I never knew they had a rain cover for the backpack 🎒 so thanks for that !

[@KRodCollective]

Thank you for watching! I'm so glad it was helpful! Safe travels! 💕

[@amandant]

After seeing the name tag, I feel that the bag really well made, like I thought its a new one!

[@KRodCollective]

Hey Kana!! Yes! They really are made so well! 💕

[@casksj356]

I love my bag! I’ve been on 6 trips in two years and it’s still going strong! :) It’s worth the price.. best backpack I’ve ever had.

[@KRodCollective]

Hi! YAY!! 🎉It is such a good bag! One of the best I've ever had too!

[@jessicaison2140]

Fjällräven makes a water bottle pocket specifically for the original Kånken backpack as well as an organizer.

[@KRodCollective]

Thank you so much for this, Jessica! I did not know that! So good to know! 💕

[@brooke2129]

best kanken review on youtube! my kanken is also looking like yours so i just ordered a new one!

[@KRodCollective]

Hahaha thank you Brooke! Enjoy your new Kanken! 💕

[@mallyp5506]

The side pockets are for umbrellas 🤗

[@KRodCollective]

What?! 🤯That makes totally sense. hahaha Thank you, Mally!

[@ornacia9330]

Can confirm that works perfectly hahahah

[@KRodCollective]

@@ornacia9330 I love that now I know this! hahaha

[@wajatatalie4504]

You can make the Kanken waterproof by putting wax on it, they also sell a special wax for that purpose

[@KRodCollective]

Yes!! Thank you for this! 💕

[@micheleaday3902]

Loved This Video Notify Me Please Part 2 Cant Wait❤

[@KRodCollective]

Thank you for watching!! I have a sort of part 2 where I share the newest Fjallraven bag I’m using, the laptop bag. Def check it out if you want!💕

[@Flockingtheherd]

Idk lotta people say these are expensive bags. At 80 bucks for this bag I thing that pretty midline. I mean it definitely not a cheap China backpack you can find for 20 bucks but in todays world pretty much any bag built with higher standard than the average China bag costs more than 100$ bucks. And anything American made is well over 200$, for example filson makes a journeyman bag about same size as this and it’s over 400$ and made in Bangladesh xD

[@KRodCollective]

Yes, I agree with you, Ryan! I think it all depends on what your cost scale looks like and what you personally think is "expensive" vs. "cheap." But I agree. There are some really nice American made backpacks that I've looked at that are close to, if not over, $200. So $80 in comparison to that is relatively cheap. 💕

[@mireyamacias4444]

Hi 😃I was wondering what water bottle do you use for travel . Love your videos 💕

[@KRodCollective]

I use a small (16 oz.) Nalgene reusable water bottle. I also have a 32 oz Hydro Flask but don’t being it traveling that often as it’s a little too big. 💕

[@bhagatsingh1491]

Great video .. very informative 💯

[@KRodCollective]

Thank you Bhagat!! 💕

[@robertsimondj]

I don't know why, but I feel attracted to my Kanken and I got the urge/flow to buy another one :D I also looked at the wallet, it could be some kind of infection :D very dangerous :D thank you for your video :)

[@KRodCollective]

hahahaha an infection indeed!! I got the same one apparently! Thank you for watching! 💕

[@johnclifford1911]

Did you know Fjallraven will fix this for free at any of their US stores? Looks like it split, perhaps from a heavy load with a sharp edge, e.g., a hardcover fextbook with a sharp corner?

[@KRodCollective]

Yes!! Thank you! Someone also left a comment and told me. I wish I had known then otherwise, I would have gotten it fixed. 😂At least I know now. Thanks for sharing! 💕

[@angelrosee73]

Enjoyed the video! I'm late watching it, but did you know they have a lifetime repair guarantee? Always nice to get a new one though :)

[@KRodCollective]

YES!! I know NOW! hahaha Someone else told me. Mind blown! HAHA

[@truepeacenik]

What drew me to a Fjallraven Kånken is the rectangularity. If I’m traveling personal item only (hello, there Fontier, Spirit and European low cost carriers), I want the bag to use every inch they give us. An egg top, or other tapering bag wastes space.

[@KRodCollective]

I agree! The rectangular shape is so great for packing and is really good for traveling with budget airlines. Thank you for sharing! 💕

[@onedividedbyzero]

can you xplain to me how did you managed to cut it on bottom?! they are actually undestructible

[@KRodCollective]

Normal wear and tear. It was my every day bag for a few years when I was studying and then if you add travel on top of that. 😅

[@katyaberry05]

hi do you prefer the classic or the laptop 13 for traveling?

[@KRodCollective]

This is such a good question. I like that the laptop one has a separate space for my laptop, I really enjoyed traveling with the classic one because I can use the bag for traveling around my destination. The laptop one is great for the airport and other transportation though. 💕

[@Kuromi1989-z6b]

Your Kanken ripped?!?! So $100 plus is not worth it, but again, I have one as well because of the hype. I hope my backpack doesnt rip.

[@KRodCollective]

I had it for several years before that happened. And they also do repairs for free but I didn’t know that at the time.

[@coconut7474]

Which color is this one?

[@KRodCollective]

I think it's Clay if I remember correctly. 💕

[@LilGypsy69]

The outside pockets were made for umbrella n ot waterbottles

[@KRodCollective]

Yes, thank you. 💕

[@SentoukiEX]

Philwhatnow backpack?

[@KRodCollective]

hahahahaha

[@dorianamercado862]

Omg i love your videos! Totally binge fest. Let’s be friends and travel!! Lol haha 😂

[@KRodCollective]

hahahaha 😂Aww thank you for watching Doriana! Yes, let's! 💕

[@miigoy]

I've been looking for a kanken with an embroidered "Big" logo on the small pocket. Got one on ox red. the pad is built in?

[@miigoy]

Also we got the same name tag so I think I got the old one. I just got it from a thrift shop so I'm trying to find if it's authentic. Checked the buttons and it is!

[@miigoy]

the shoulder straps also already has pads in it and not removable

[@miigoy]

not sure tho will check it later

[@miigoy]

the one i got only got 1 side pocket

[@KRodCollective]

Oh so nice!! Yes, you can find so many that are gently used at thrift stores and they are really good finds! The padded shoulder pads are the best! Enjoy it! 💕

[@renee-aurelie]

waht's the name of the backpack color, please?

[@KRodCollective]

I think it’s Clay.

[@renee-aurelie]

❤

[@dwalker6868]

Thank you

[@jinde75]

Never understood the hype. I don't like the look and its pickpocket-friendly.

[@KRodCollective]

I get that! They're not for everyone. Do you have a particular backpack that you like to use for travel? 💕