HONEST FJALLRAVEN KANKEN bag review | Is it worth the money?
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- this is my Honest & complete FJALLRAVEN KANKEN backpack review! What fits in it, material, colors and more!
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I love the look of the Kånken when it’s worn out. I have mine since grade 9 at school (14 years old) and now I’m 30 years old it was with me through school, university, travel, motherhood and I use it now as my work bag. At this point I’m emotionally attached to it 😂. But it looks good and it’s the same color as yours.
wow,14 years !!! you must be very good at taking care of things 😁
Wow! How did you take care of it to have it that long?
For work try to buy a new one lol...
@@Miliconsz gladly in Scandinavia we see flashy things as tacky and my bag is good enough for me as I go to university to teach! Thanks for the suggestion tho.
@@berry7590 oh, I didn't know that was what the wax was for, thanks!
You waited 4 years to review the Kanken; one of the best and thorough reviews I've ever seen. I have the dark forest green kanken with the leather handles and I've used it for sketching trips. I used the sides pockets to carry my cell phone, umbrella, kleenexes, little watercolor sets...anything that I need quickly. Again great video and great presentation.
thank you so much!! it means a lot. I actually waited so much, cause I wanted to test durability. the Dark forest green kanken is beautiful. Hugs❤️ 😊
Hi Marlene, thanks so much for your commentary as well! I am viewing this video for urban sketching purposes :)
I’m thinking about getting one for plein air as well so it’s nice to hear that it works well for artists!
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do they get dirty easy? and howd u get leather handles?
the “water bottle holders” are actually umbrella holders :)
I wish they made one for the umbrella and one for a water bottle. They’ve been around since the sixties, get w the times KANKEN!!
@Tracy Lehane what are you talking about 😂
I mean my water bottle fits so I use it as that lol
THATS WHAT I THOUGHT THEY WERE!!! I was always putting my water bottles in there and some metal straws
They aren’t umbrella pockets. They were designed too hold newspapers for the Swedish kids in the 70’s as they had to do current events.
We bigfoots just have to use whatever bags we can take from the campers and hikers in the woods
hahahaha! so you´re not complaining, Bigfoot?
It’s been a while, I was a regular commenter… damn.
I just bought my black kånken.. I have wanted it for so long, but I didn't have money to buy a new one, so I bought it used.. I totally agree with you. I am a second owner, and it is still in good condition and I love it and I use it as my everday bag.
I hear Kånkens last for generations! Take good care of it! :)
@@neiya8862 is that like from a legit kanken shop? No offenseeee. Here in the philippines that’s the price of “class A” or “top quality” Kankens 😩😩
@@antoinettep6978 Yes. I was surprised too. So was my sister. She looked at the site and asked me to get her a tote backpack.
I got one from a flea Market for €2
It’s pretty worn out, but with a bit of cleaning, it’ll Look good
Also the clasps and zippers work like new
My only complaint is also the straps
They really do cut into the skin if you’re carrying heavy stuff
And I, for one, can’t afford to get some padding
I might as well sew my own I guess :))
has the color faded since you got it ?
*I first wanted this bag 4 years ago too... still haven’t gotten it. :(*
Try Amazon you can get ot for less money
Purchase a used one, it should still be in good condition and a bit cheaper 😉
@@hannahshany7818 I wouldn't recommend buying one from Amazon, you might get scammed and receive a fake bag especially if it's really cheap.
@@kims.adventures i bought six different times as Christmas presents bdays and more if I get scammed I auto magically get the money back
Hey, they're having a huge sale rn!!! $36
her accent is literally so pretty like whaaaat
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I agree, I could listen to her talk for hours!
I can't stand it. - I have stopped the video 5 times, to get a break from the voice.
Just a tip for people. They have the 13in laptop version witch is the same size as the classic. It has a padded laptop pouch (no need to keep the seat pad) so it’s super nice on your back and it come with padded straps. Also the side pockets is for a umbrella not water bottle. I also have a mini and both have been through the wash no issue.
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Hii does it have a back laptop compartment?
@@raccoongf yes!
I’ve had the classic for about 3 years. I’ve traveled all around, road trips and international and it holds the essentials, cameras, jacket and small journals/books. I wouldn’t say it was the best backpack to use as a student who needs to carry a lot of books and a laptop. But it is nice to use on the easy light days for school.
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@@mariangelmunoz3794 jesus*
I have had my green Kanken for over 5 years and I still really love it! Back in High school it fit my large folder, books and more, in university it fit my laptop, water, food. Now it is my travel / everyday bag and I still absolutely love it
My first bag I bought in Sweden 40 years ago. I love the back reinforcement and often pull it out as a seat cushion for me. I draw in nature, the drawing pad fits perfectly and it is my constant companion on all trips.
I’ve had mine for 3 years and Im still in love with it! The color is sky blue and I would also recommend these backpacks to anyone :)
This is super helpful! Thanks! I'll probably buy one once my budget allows it since I've been looking at them for a while. Knowing that yours lasted you four years pretty much seals the deal for me, that's a good bag!
thank you so much for this! i’m planning on getting a kanken and it’s a lot of money, i’ve also been looking for this color and finally found the name of it.
i’m so happy you also made a review, and the bad parts of the bag, because i’ve had some trouble with other bags .
I've had this same backpack for 4 years now, I use it for school, to go to the beach, when it´s raining, or snowing and it's the BEST!!! Great video!!! ☺
I’ve had mine for 6 years, I love it!
Waaaow really worth to buy!!
Wow...I am thinking about buying one
Too expensive for me :( do you know any other good university bag? (L
@@gigi_945 well it is really worth it, you can look for doughnut macaroon back packs but they are also expensive :(
@@gigi_945 omg trust me get a Kanken even though they are expensive because the gray one goes with anything and it the bad can for almost everything. It also lasts way way way longer than other bags :)
I totally agree with your review! My dad bought me mine, in ochre as a name' s day present two years ago and I use it almost every day! I love it! Greetings from sunny Greece :)
❤️ 😊 greetings back Katerina!
The best review of this backpack on the whole internet! Thank you so so much! You really helped me made my decision. I definitely want it!
This review is well-done and very comprehensive. I'm eyeing this brand since i've been looking for a bag to replace my 4 year old Herschel bag. Everything that i need to know and am looking for in a backpack was covered in this review. Thanks Victoria!
Aww your welcome☺️
What herschel did you have? I’ve been debating between the little America mid volume and the kanken laptop 15”. How did you find the Herschel?
@@tatianabainbridge9181 My brother had a 5-year old Hershel. It finally broke around the zippers. Supposedly it has a lifetime warranty so we sent an email to Hershel and was asked for additional photos. Long story short he got a replacement bag for free.
turn from your sins and turn to the living GOD. JESUS CHRIST is LORD and all will stand before the living GOD on the Day of Judgment. are you prepared to meet the living GOD?
I recently 'upgraded' my Kanken from a regular classic to the Greenland version which can be waxed more easily. When out and about on a motorbike it can get grubby. but with a decent waxing the dirt pretty much rolls off and the contents stay dry!
Great Review! I am also super happy with mine. The “Dopper” water bottles fit really great by the way!
Thank you for your honest review. Last night I watched this video and today I have just ordered the bag today.
thank for the review! my birthday is coming up and this is what I asked my mom to get me! this is the bag the I want to use when i begin to go to college! you totally gave an honest and thorough review!
aww thank you Justin!! ❤️ 😊
I recently purchased a yellow one! I love it! I recommend the biggest size for school as it as a greater capacity for books or laptops!! 💕
Do you think a binder would fit in there?
@@michellesantamaria6417 Yes! A binder fits in there and I have a regular yellow one which I take to school because the biggest one look a little too big on me lol
@@michellesantamaria6417 it fits however taking it in and out repeatedly is annoying as someone who uses only a binder really for school.
I live in Zambia and mine is an interesting story: I went to a typical African market where they sell all kinds of 2nd-hand goods - clothes, shoes, bags, etc.
So, I spotted a kanken in pink similar to the ones in the video and immediately grabbed it, examined it and discovered that it was an original kanken! In. Pristine. Condition. I asked how much it was and the response was the equivalent of US$3 (yes, THREE!!) in the local currency. In my heart, I was like 'Whaaaat?!' Outwardly, I maintained a facial demeanour which a poker player would have been proud of!
Needless to say and with absolutely zero hesitation, I bought it; and now, my daughter is, ostensibly, the only proud owner of a Kanken in the whole of Zambia!
lovely story hahaha
I hope it's not the case, but because these bags sell for so much, there are a lot of counterfeits around. In London's Camden market dozens of stalls sell hundreds of fake Fjallraven's a day. They can be pretty good quality actually!
Initially, I thought that it was a fake; therefore, as soon as I got back to my house , I took the liberty of comparing with the real kankens on some real/fake comparison websites.
To my pleasant shock, it turned out to be a real one! Maybe some misbehaving daughter somewhere in the kanken-owning universe ticked off her mum; and said ticked-off mum decided to punish the daughter not with the standard "Go to your room young lady!" but with a "Kiss your Kanken auf wiedersehen!"
And now it is in Zambia eliciting envy from people who know Kankens!
So cute!
Beautiful story!
I instead use one of the outside pockets for my travel cutlery set and the other for my sunglasses, been happy with it for years:)
I have had my Kanken for 5 years or more. I wear it almost every day. When you wash it, it's like new. Best bag I ever had.
I am getting a few kankens throughout the years so my children can use one that is perfect for them. I am so glad I get to pass my bags on to my babies.
Hello Victoria ! I own a black Kanken, more suitable and versatile for me cause i wear mostly black or dark coats. I like the design so much and it is really an amazing backpack. I also love the colors of your bag ! I personally use the side pockets for my phone , earphones, and my mask. I never thought it was designed for water bottles actually hahaha... The only thing i've noticed after a few months is that the pull tab of the zipper has lost a little bit of its black paint but i really don't mind...
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May I ask what color is that kanden?
I've been using this backpack for yrs too~ love it 😍😍
I dont know why im watching the “ is it worth it” for a kanken... of course its worth it.. my bag is the best purchase i have ever made
I've been wearing my Rekanken daily for nearly 3 years and it still looks like new. I still love it. So yes, it's worth it.
Is that the one where the symbol matches the color of the bag? I would love to see someone who has had both bags for a while, and which one they like better.
@@elizabethcarroll8526 Yes. I have both. Personally I like Re-Kanken better because of the embedded logo, lighter/softer fabric and it isn't prone to dust. But if you prefer durability and crisp fabric, then the original Kanken might be for you.
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@@hadotonini1189 thank you so much for that comparison!
I ordered one in glacier green! I’m so excited for it to show up, especially after watching this video! This makes me feel even better about my purchase! Very good video :)
I’ve got kanken in yellow colour , very happy to have this bag, it’s really worth every cent
I’ve had my kanken for almost a month and I love it it’s warm yellow in classic and would HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Great that you mentioned the seat pad. Most people in the US seem to think it's packing material. 😊
I have absolutely no desire to buy this bag but I’m watching this anyway just because I love to listen to your voice and the music you have in your videos. 😄
aww hahahah❤️ 😊 thanks!!!
These bags are outdoor gears
i have the forest green one cause it was the only colour available and i love it !! it has just arrived today and i had got it for half price, it is in such good condition and 100% new and original. i do recommend that you hand wash it as the material gets ruined if you put it in the washer, so keep that in mind!! overall, i am definetely going to use this bag for a very long time and this is such a good review! x
Great video... I have the stripped black, the fog, the warm yellow and the pink... I use Swell water bottles on both sides, one for plain water and another for hot coffee. Entertain me throughout my day outside and its really the most practical backpack.
I got the classic in black and the 17" in forest green both Christmas presents from different times. And I love them. I use the 17" for when I travel for a couple of days. And I'm surprised how much stuff you can fit in there.
Thank you for your thorough and honest review! I was considering a Kanken a few years ago but ended up buying a much cheaper North Face Vault. This just confirmed my reservations with Kanken, it would never be a good bag for me.
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I got the same color of backpack as you. I bought mine today. I love it! This is my first kanken classic
My bag of choice has been the North Face Overhaul 40. Built like a tank with a real harness and basically bomb proof. Very water resistant. Handles big loads easily.
I just bought my first Kanken (sorry, we don’t have the accent on our keyboard) bag for my birthday this month. I chose the colour black and red “plaid”(?) because it looks like an old lumberjack’s shirt and these are the colours of my country (Canada). Thanks for this great video. 🇨🇦
I find thin bags so charming and elegant 💙
I just got the clay fjallraven and I'm so excited to use it!
So now I am leaning towards buying this bag. Thanks for the review.
I have three - one military green color, one black mini, and one all black XL. ☺️
It’s worth it since the look is timeless. You don’t tend to look like a tourist/foreigner when visiting a new place, even if you are.
i'm a freshman in uni this school year and i just received mine today! 🤧 i've been eyeing it for so long and i'm hoping to use it all the way throughout uni. this video just came at the perfect time thank you! 💛
aww your welcome!! I hope you enjoy it. Which color did you get?
@@simplevictoria i got mine in black 🖤 i thought that it might go with everything and is probably less of a fuss to keep in good condition.
Thank you for making this video!! I just ordered mine with a water bottle attachment:)
Such a good review!! Appreciate it👏👏👏
I have two Kanken bags for 6 years now. 15” laptop in forest green and the classic in blue ridge. Since I need to carry a laptop with me almost every single day, I wear the 15” for 90% of my time. The straps are so comfortable compared with the classic ones. Would definitely recommend these bags!
Can you put the 15” laptop into the classic one?
I bought a re-kanken grey because the material is said to be more stiff and I had the feeling that over a long time it tends to still stay in shape :)
Great video btw !!
I bought a re kanken because it is softer
My favourite backpack...I actually have two, black and gray...I wear them all the time and they are definitely worth it!
I have the Kanken mini in frost green and I love it. I’ve had my backpack for about 4 years and I use it as a purse or a travel bag. I wear it all the time but it does look dirty since it’s a brighter color.
Me and my girls all wear Kånken bags to Work and school. I and my oldest girl has the ”small computer” Kånken that has padded sholderstraps. My mom is still using my old pree school Konken in the worst 70-s orange ever😅 Mostly on picnic and for walks in the forrest. If you sant your Kånken to be waterproof there is a wax you can use. I’ve used it for our bags and its the best ever! Keps the bag cleaner as well 😊
Hi Vera!! thank you so much for the tip! sending you a hug❤️ 😊
I got a rust color and love it. Thanks for sharing and enjoyed your review ❤️
your welcome Pamee!❤️ 😊
The seat for the back structure of the bag is really good and when someone wants to ait down and needs to ait on aomething it is really easy to take it out and put it back in.
Just got the re-kanken mini in ox red. The decision for the mini is because I don't need to carry a laptop. I want it for city travel and casual hiking and it all fits perfectly. Yesterday my bag had: A knitted sweater, a knitted hat, my regular glasses case and sun glasses case, water bottle, granola bar, my card wallet, phone charger, lip balm, 2 small sunscreen bottles, a small bag with my makeup, and my phone fits perfectly on the side pocket (a little tight but that is great to not worry about pick-pockets).
Overall I can tell this is going to be a great backpack for many many years to come.
I have had my Kanken Re-Kanken for 2 years and apart from the water bottle spaces (which are also too tight!), I still love it 💚 Lovely calming and informative video!
I bought the shoulder pads as well, but as you say, if carrying heavier items all the time, I would probably use a different backpack.
Chilly bottles fit
Autumn2020 thanks for the tip! 💚
@@embraceintentions They're umberella holders not waterbottle holders :)
NamelessArm That makes sense, that’s why my umbrella fits perfectly in there 🤣 Thanks for the info!
@@embraceintentions yw! :)))
I love my Kanken too, despite the cons. I've had mine 3 years and I first bought one for my younger sister about 6 years ago. She asked for a cool backpack. Mine's oxblood red with blue straps. I bought those new attachable straps recently thinking it was navy but... nope. Navy's darker. My Kanken's been through so many things. Hiking trips, work, day trips. I carried it when I was getting my car serviced and the receptionist told me her 11-year-old daughter wanted one because of the influencers she sees on UA-cam but it was too expensive. I agree, it's a very expensive bag to buy for a 5th grader, and if you have 4 or 5 kids. My sister was graduating high school when I bought her the bag. I also bought a new mini purple with rainbow straps this year, and perhaps it can serve as a hand-me-down when I have kids. For now, it's a cute day bag when I was to look casual and not wear a handbag.
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I’m like really late but great vid! I have a black kanken and I use it for when I got to sleepovers at my friends house :D
just saw a great deal for a kanken in 'flint grey' and bought it for $45 because of this review! cheers
I had mine for 6 years now, use as my uni school bag, carry-on bag when travel, or just my luggage when going for short term vacation, honestly everywhere I go. Definitely worth it!
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Does It really get wet with heavy rains? I was thinking of buying one but in the city I live It rains like 4 days a week😅
i have put my kanken bag in the washing machine 3 times and it still looks in great condition + the colour hasn't faded (i got it in CORAL). i have had this bag for 4 years now
This is very useful as I am getting one for Christmas I am very excited
I have the exact same one and the kid size in light blue, they are the best backpacks I’ve owned. I have the same gripes as you with regard to the water bottle pockets. I recommend these bags to everyone!
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I bought mines like 5 years ago (in pink) and I still use it to work to this day 😅 it’s pretty worn out but it’s still durable ! It does have a tiny whole in the bottom but that’s about it! I’m thinking of buying another one :)
it's amazing when things last a long time and in good condition!
I would buy one of these if I didn't have my red Eastpack: it has lasted me 18 years so far and it still looks great 😀
I had my blue Eastpak for 23 yrs until it die and replaced with a 15” Kanken. :)
omg that is a lot!! it must be a super good backpack. Happy for you❤️ 😊
@@simplevictoria Thank you. ❤️
it was expensive: my mom only bought it for me because it came with a warranty for 20 years 🤣 (she said I couldn't ask for another one in 20 years ahaha)
In my country, Eastpack and Kanken have good reputations because of their good quality. Although the waterproof "layer" wore off in the first 10 years to be honest
I have mine in the color uncle blue & I've had it for over 5 years! Definitely one of my best purchases.
hii do you think it's still worth it buying the bag secondhand (used as a diaper bag, has had it for 5 years) for 40 dollars?
@@juliaac I think it depends! If the previous owner took good care of it and it looks like it’s in good condition I would say yes it is worth it!
Thankkks i finally make a final decision by buying this color for 15" kanken :)) will have it shipped in 2 days, so exciteed! 😷🥰
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I love mine,I have it in blue ridge. I love it. I have a chilli's drinks bottle and it fits in fine.I would like the organiser. Might ask for Xmas I love how it opens right out xxx
I bought my bag back in 2017 and I absolutely love my Kanken! It’s dirty, but it’s given it that worn look I really enjoy. I may not have used it during this past year due to COVID but I’ll still continue using it once we go back to school
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ive got black one yesterday,tysm for the review
Fjallraven means arctic fox in Swedish. Yay fun facts!
My dad field tested gear for REI and Patagonia when he was in his 20s leading climbing expeditions in the Cascades.He would get random stuff that we still use today on a lot of our trips. But a few months ago I was going through some gear because he gifted me his old backpacking dishes, and I came across one of these! It's It has to be about 40 years old. So random, but it's something he got as a promotional thing I think. Here I thought they were a newer company within the last few years, but turns out they've been around! A testament to quality if I ever saw one.
My kanken which I’ve had for two years now is actually a bit more waterproof so I think that it varies a bit. As a student who rode to school, I’ve had the bag out in the pouring rain with my laptop and have ridden to school in the rain an infinite amount of times and everything was perfectly fine. So maybe take that into account.
Because I am contrary and am not really into trendy items, my inner brat tells me "get one when they are out of style". :P
Nooo Just get it, it’s worth it
i feel this but they’ve been trendy for years now. if anything now is the perfect time to get it bc they aren’t as talked abt
hehe me too. im like that
Problem is that Kanken has been around for generations so you’ll prolly never get it when it’s “out of style”
I have the kanken in orchid and I have patches that are ironed on that are space and movement themed like being against animal cruelty , recycling and other things !!!
My first kånken was the salmon 16L and I was the first girl at my class to wear it when I was 13 y.o. Unfortunately I don’t have this one anymore because after time it looked awful and back then I didn’t took that much care of it. I‘ve had the black kånken 16L since I’m 16 y.o., which is about almost 9 years (omg that’s a long time..) and It definitely needs a makeover! The zipper is a bit broken but I will fix that soon. I want to keep the black one as long as possible and I love it 😍 your color is very beautiful, too - thank you for the awesome video!
Sina from Germany
i have one of the mini kankens and it was like $80 😭😭 but i do love it and use it often
You can easily put it in the washing machine (and dryer) - nothing happens to the bag if you do that! I always do that, and mine also looks like the first day I bought it 😵🤪
I’m watching this since i’m planning to wash my kanken no. 2 today. I’ve been using it everyday too and I didn’t washed it for 10 months already. Mine is just dirty but still working very well and I can’t think of any bag that is good for everyday use that fits me. I am using it for almost 2 years now. It is worth it for me. By the way, I forget about the pad. I will use it again. Thank you for reminding.
These bags last decades. I currently use Fjällräven's Greenland shoulder bag as the G-1000 fabric is very easily rewaxed, keeping it waterproof. It includes a padded compartment that can hold some laptops. Mine is in the dusk (gray) color.
This is literally my dream kanken :)
I bought one second hand and have had it since last summer and I love it plus its already worn in and the dye is faded perfectly so I dont have to worry about not wanting to bring it places because its not new looking and can be dragged everywhere 🥰
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I’ve been using my kånken for a few months for school and I ❤️ it
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I just ordered a Navy one when I got half way through watching this. Thanks for helping me to make the decision to buy :)
This bag is very simple in design and practical, really like the design, perfect for traveling
I have 6 of them and I can safely say that I completely recommend it🥰
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Such a thorough review 👍
Just bought one today! I plan on using this for the rest of my life especially when i just spent so much 😰 but oh well, i havr faith that the quality is truly worth the price
@@juliaac no wtf 💀 a diaper bag? just buy a new one it’ll be worth it they last long
I actually have to sizes of this bag since I loved the first one so much and wanted a more nutral color. I like that the bigger one has an extra compartment for my laptop and there is more space for notbooks then. And even if the bag offers more space it does not look too big (my initial doubts). The straps of the bigger one are more comfortable and look nicer then regular once in my opinion.
+ The best feature is the shape, I think a lot of bags have some unused space due to the rounded shape.
+ I also enjoyed open the sipper completely (for example on short trips).
- But I also made some negative experience: I put some books and notebooks in my red bag for school and they all get red edges :( I did not experince the same with my new drak green one yet (but I did not used it that often for books ect)
Greetings from Germany
I bought a kanken mini (green with pink straps) for myself as an 18 yo gift now im almost 22 and it still looks firm. my classmates and friends would always be amazed about how much i can fit in it (my ipad, keyboard, waterbottle), i also liked getting compliments about how cute my bag is 😅😅 it holds up really well and i dont see not using it for another 5 yrs. the straps can be straining when worn for long thats why i didnt plan to use it as a school bag especially when using it to carry a laptop. I would wear a much more padded bag to save my back. i only use my kanken mini when school days are short and there isnt much to bring..
I've had mine for 4 years and I love it so much!
Thank you for your interesting review, this helped me!
I am glad!! ❤️ 😊
I had one for a bit more than a year and I regretted the purchase every day. All the problems I found are mentioned in the video (tight waterbottle pockets, not waterproof, not machine-washable, uncomfortable straps, uncomfortable if you don't use the padding of the back...), and these were too much for me. I also got it in yellow, which made it extremely dirty. However if you can overcome this I guess it can be a good choice, the design is pretty and it doesn't really fall apart with use.
Hi Laura! thanks for your honest thoughts about the bag❤️ 😊
i know this is 6 months late but i’d like to address and answer a question i found in the comments, the “water bottle” pockets are actually umbrella pockets! they do sell attachable water bottle pockets now. the bag is also water resistant, i’m about to be a senior in high school and i can say i’ve never had a problem with my school bags not being water proof or resistant, i bring an umbrella to school and even then if it rains and i use my bag as an umbrella, my binder is protecting my papers from getting wet. i’m obviously not trying to sell you on the bag just addressing :) i’d also like to say i love when bags and shoes are messed up and dirty. i think it looks lived in and used. you can do light cleaning and i think jansport makes a special backpack cleaner you can check out, but for example i feel like white converse are meant to get scuffed and dirty and lived in, same with these bags. i’m sorry you don’t like it, you can definitely consider selling it on an app like mercari or depop. hope this helped :)
I think I might get this bag for myself in place of a purse. I carry a lululemon belt bag now. But even after only a couple months of use, you can tell the quality is not that great. I really like the fog color you have. I think I’ll go with that, graphite, or the Forrest green.
really glad that i bought a kanken for college :)
I’ve been using the mini in ox red for over a year now and I love it. But some days it isn’t big enough for all my stuff for work, so I bought the classic in brick this week s as it was on sale. Great for work days and travelling. My daughter has been using need a classic for school for a couple of years now and we’ve had no problems.
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