My perfect fjallraven backpack would be 50-70l capacity - take kajka, remove dry/wet section, put loops on the back like the one singi has, remove some pockets, use bergshell material from keb. Ideally this backpack would be as sturdy as current kajka but sub 2kg.
3:41 Back in 1995 I 'invented' this feature - when I put karabiners on the shoulderstraps of my Berghaus 65BC backpack and connected a small LowePro camerabag to them (with M6+28,35,50,90mm's inside)!! I was just able to see over the camrabag to see where I was going - an impostant quality when in difficult terrain. This was my set up during my PennineWay solo backpacking walk.
@@TedWeirum Indeed. In the mean time my Berghaus rucksack and Lowe cambag have become worn/threadbare. I'm very fond of my new camera bag, Wotancraft 3,5Litre; very compact, but it takes Oly EM1.2, 14-40, 45 and 4.0/40-150 - all I need in the field.
@@TedWeirum Sorry Ted, I'm not sure if I understand where you write "I did the same way back". Does this mean that you walked the PennW 'back'wards, i.e. from north to south? [Or did you perhaps mean to write 'back in the year ...'?]
I have a Kajka 55L, and completely agree on ability to access contents easily by completely opening front panel is a feature I would look for in any backpack of this size, for the rest of my life. I use my Kajka also on business trips and hotel stays - the open front panel makes this backpack extremely easy to live out of on any trip, camping, wilderness, business, or otherwise.
Although side pockets shoud have zippers on the same side as the main compartment. Having to flip the backpack everytime I want to reach for sometihing make's it frustrating.
I must honestly say that I was and still am so happy with my purchase from the 65 l Kajka back then. He is big enough, the weight is okay, he is robust. I have not wasted a thought since the purchase to think about one of the current models. He is simply as Fjällräven says everywhere: DURABLE 👌
The perfect pack for me would be a 62l Keb with the loops from the Singi and the detachable lid to fit in front of the chest like with the kajka. You would have the great front pocket, the bergtagen material, the versatility with the detachable side pockets and a slim pack without the sidepockets. Perfect for winterovernighters or multiday hikes.
@@TedWeirum I have got the Kaipak 38l, the Singi 20 with Sidepockets and the No. 21L I am very happy with how they perform but would love to get a bigger pack for multiday hiking. I wish you a merry christmas! Keep up the good videos
I’d like a 55l Bergtagen backpack in the future. I’ve got the 38l and like it for mountaineering but it’s just too small for overnight trips. My Keb 52 is too heavy.
@@TedWeirum one of your older Kajka videos was the first time I saw the feature with the top lid clipped at the front to balance the weight. The first thing that came to my mind was having a feature to attach a child-front-carrier to those buckles and maybe hip-belt as well. I carried my sons on many hikes, even up mountains in front-baby carriers and always wanted to have something like that so I could carry a bigger backpack at the same time for overnight trips. Made of G1000 Heavy Duty I would actually trust it to be very solid. Wearing a backpack plus child carrier is not a great alternative and the backpack-carriers are for day-trips at best.
My biggest problem with fjällräven backpacks: they are all without exception very well designed and made, which makes it practically impossible to choose....i already have too many, damn!
I really like the look of the Singi 48, however I would like the option for larger detachable side pockets, currently they're 4l? I think the option to have them in say 8-10l.
Ahh I can truly relate to this: seeing the strenghts of different variants of a particular type of product and then wishing you could combine those into one new "perfect" or "ideal" version. In the end I opted not for a Fjallraven backpack, but one from your Finish neighbours (Savotta). They are probably too heavy if I read the comments here, but bombproof, waterproof and very modular. Your videos makes me long for Sweden. Stay safe!
Thanks for all the great videos Ted, much appreciations from Göteborg!! I have a Kajka 85 as well, which I love, but one thing that bothers me a bit is that I often find myself turning it over back and forth between accessing the side pockets and the main compartment. An idea could be to have the side pockets open from the front as well or maybe both. To your point on the front Keb pocket, I would love to see something like that on the big front lid of the Kajka.
Hey Fredrik! I agree with you, I made a video about the kajka a couple of years ago and there I mention the same thing, it's a lot of turning! thanks for your input!
My Kaika 85L review and how I met you channel: TLDR: + overall great, good top, very comfortable, fully opens, large side pockets, wooden frame - Smaller side pockets are a bit rubbish, as well as those on the hip belt (hip flaps) Overall: I'm happy with it and would choose it again. Longer review: + It fits very well, feels much lighter. I do think that the hip belt gets uncomfortable after a few hours, my partner thinks the same, but we haven't had real problems. It is well built, opens wide, stands relatively well and has a wooden (renewable) frame, which legitimises the costs (and it isn't that expensive compared to other back packs in that range). All the zippers are large and very well made, you can probably operate them with gloves. The top has a great size, it opens towards your head, so I was able to use it whilst walking. I love those small details, it can really make a difference! Never used it separately. The large side pockets are awesome, the fold up, so they are huge, I love those! The hip belt is good. Combine, the pockets, the top and it's rubber band offer a lot of space for jackets, trouser, maps and so on. - The smaller side pockets are a bit rubbish, they are a bit too small, my large water bottle (0.75 L, I think) just wasn't save there, I sometimes ended up putting it into the larger ones. The hip belt isn't as comfortable as it could be, but okay. However, its pockets are too small, I really think of them as a messed opportunity. Plus one of those and the small side pockets are made of mesh. I think that's a stupid decision, those are exactly the parts that will end up strafing branches and bushes, so I suppose that's where the tear will happen. neutral: No extra pocket on the back for a rain jacket, but the top and side pockets were enough. Not the lightest model, but is so comfy, that it feels lighter. Background: I needed a large backpack for a supposed honeymoon hiking tour through Norway (Pilegrimsleden/Olavsveien/Dovrefjell/possibly Lofoten). 2020 had other plans, so shorter trips in Switzerland it was, but still a honeymoon :) My girlfriend/wife wanted that backpack from the beginning (but a 65L for women), I tried the large one from Deuter, which was uncomfortable as hell. Then the large one from Osprey, the hip belt was horribly stiff and hence hard to get it on, plus the top is sometimes sold separately in Europe, which immediately led me to cross everything Osprey off my lists. So I did some more research and found this channel :) In the end, I tried on my girlfriends and liked it a lot, it was just comfy, even though it was made for ladies. So, it came to the decision that I could do without the extra pocket for jackets and got this one. Final result: I never missed the extra pocket and like it a lot! Biggest complaint remain the small sizes of the pockets and the hip belt, which can become a bit uncomfortable.
wow! awseome! I hope the honeymoon still was a great success even if it was in 2020 :p if you make it through this you can make it through everything! :) thanks for your comment brother! I'm happy for you and the wife!
@@TedWeirum It was, we finally got some things off of our bucket list (Swiss edition). Thanks :) Takk så mycket ock god jul! (Mitt Norsk er bedre, mitt Svensk er improviserade...)
I would like to see a Kajka that is in Bergshell, lighter, and has more front pockets, straps, etc. In addition, I would LOVE to see Fjällräven make a light weight 55-75L backpack; that would be freakin amazing!
One of my favorite features in the Keb 52 not mentioned in this particular video is the side access zipper. I would like to see that more in future packs.
I'd prefer to see the full front opening of the Kajka featured on the Keb. That side pocket is okay, but it doesn't compare to full front access. I would also like seeing the Keb toplid have the daypack features of the Kajka lid.
I really love the chest pouch feature of the Kajka. In fact I like it so much I have bought a hill people gear kit bag so whatever I am doing outdoors and whatever pack I have on I can carry my essentials on my chest. Love it!
Going for the signi 28 with the gear holder and side pouch for now, for day trips as i needed something better, I have a 35-37 liter bag with carbelt like straps for your shoulders works well in winter when you've more cloth to pad your shoulders but during the warmer months it just doesn't work. I stood between the signi 28 and 48 though, but I already have a 75L one for longer runs if I am out for a day or two so didn't feel like I needed something to big. Interesting video, thanks.
@@TedWeirum I think so too, been looking around for a few months now to figure stuff out and looking at videos so yeah :) I thought your video was going to contain some smaller backpacks but very interesting information none the less, maybe in the future I get another Fjällräven to trade in my budget 75L backpack.
I also have the kajka 85ltr and the singi 48. if I could improve the singi I would have the lid from my 85 ltr pack on it and a zip open front. it would be also good if they produced a wider range of extra pockets for it , ie a nalagene pouch that it easy to pop the bottle in and out of and maybe a bino harness that goes on the front
Ted, Happy holiday to you and your family! I agree with your key features also. I would also add the following: 1. The size ranges; having the same pack but in different sizes including a women's version of each is a great selling point. 2. The waist belt, my Kajka waist belt is perfect. 3. Weight: Weight of the pack is vital on any trip, I have found the Kajka a little weighty so would like to see them reduce the overall weight. 4. The base: The base of the pack should be bomb proof, we put our packs down everywhere and therefore the base should be very hardwearing. ;-) Just a few. Talk soon Andrew
Hej Ted! I would love to see a video or a blog post of all of your go to hiking clothing and equipment for a weekend trip or a multi day trek! Maybe you have already uploaded one? I hope you and your family are keeping safe :)
It’s in the plans! Will definitely do a video like that! You can check out the prep video for Fjällräven classic, there we go through a bunch of things we had with us for they adventure!
@@TedWeirum Thank you so much for replying, i'm looking forward to it! Your videos really have helped over the last 10 months, keep up the great work and stay safe!
My wish: a big version of the Ulvö Rolltop with the Keb suspension and frame. It's a simple design that a lot if American manufacturers use and it works great. They have the Bergshell material so it would make the pack lighter and waterproof so you don't need the pack cover etc. I mean they did the Keb in partial Bergshell but not on the top? That's where rain usually comes from. Kul video oavsett Ted :)
"that's where rain usually comes from" and so my day was made! :) tack! vi får hoppas att dom tar till sig allt detta till nästa generations ryggsäckar!
They explained in a video that Bergen is not just waterproof but also a stronger rip-stop material. Since the backpack has side-zippers, they reinforced them so you can smash the backpack on one side to open the other without worrying about ripping the fabric in contact with the ground.
I haven't got any of these, so this is purely based on youtube-vids and my experience from a couple of other backpacks. My wishlist for the Kajka: I would like to see some mesh pockets on the inside of the front "lip" - where you have sown on patches. I have this feature on my 5.11 Rush 72 and I really like it. Also perhaps movable side pockets from the Singi. Might work well for tripods of different sizes. Loops from the Singi would allow you to customize the Kajka a bit more too. Maybe they could sell different accessories/pockets you could snap on like the Singi side pockets? :)
I like to see the waterproof and durable bottom of the Abisko 75 everywhere, a good mesh back for ventilation, at least one big zipper to reach everything inside from the side instead off have to open the top, waterproof and durable bergshell material for the complete pack (rain covers not really protect sensitve items when it comes to heavy rain and water is finding its way inside through the back), bigger side pockets to not have to be afraid of loosing the water bottles like in the High Coast, Abisko 75 or Abisko Hike Backpacks anymore and this beautiful clean design of the Keb 52. And I also really appreciate the simple solution to attach items at the top of the Abisko 75 as well the series philosophy. So give us more size choises for backpacks like the Keb 52 or Abisko 75, at least one that is air plane compatible for each of which.
@@TedWeirum ....where there is a will there's a way. Imagine g-1000 lite Bie Wax'ed - mixed with for example cordura fabric's or cuben fiber parts - series of packs. My ULA OHM 2.0 63 L weighs only about 1.0 kg. Fjällräven are missing out on a growing segment. It's a shame.
Excited for the Expedition Parka review! Can you explain the button on the hood? I don't get it, does it hold it down from flying around in the wind or something? Would love to see the Canada Wool jacket too! 💕
@@TedWeirum please do! Personally, the hood seems puffy enough that it doesn't have room to go anywhere, but I also don't see winds other than freight trucks passing by on the freeway here. Want to see your take on the wool jacket even though I passed on it still.
Nice video Ted....feel like I’m copying you somewhat ha ha I’ve ordered the down expedition jacket in that very same colour! should be here by the weekend!......I’m guessing it’s pretty warm? should be more than enough for our mild winters in the uk...if you don’t put out another video....have a great peaceful Christmas....all the best to you and your family Alastair 👍🏻
thanks brother! to you and yours too! the plan is to do a 10k giveaway video before the end of the year, waiting on the thing to give away to arrive and then I will get to work!
Det som jag efterlyser är någon form av insats för dom säckar som öppnas framifrån så man kan lägga ner kamera objektiv etc på ett säkert sätt. Jag har en bärsäck från Manfrotto för en 600mm men den är kass som ryggsäck!
@@syahrulsamsuddin3730 fjällräven has never been lightweight. And can Klättermusen (a small swedish brand that has the same quality as fjällräven) make a lightweight backback with a durable and timeless design, then fjällräven can do that also
Ted, I gotta tell you how tempted I am to grab my scissors and cut away the netting located in the bottom pocket of the kajka 85 hahah. That net and I is not getting along, it's one of those "smart but useless features". They should also fix the side pockets which alot of ppl have been talking about being "reversed" a bit of a designer flaw. Other than that the kajka is my baby which I'll pass on to my grandchildren in about 80 years, suberb features overall!
Yeah, I know what you mean, it’s actually cut off in the bag in the video, I really hope they fix all these details and then we’ll end up with THE bag of bags!
Another thing... there is no backpack on the market that has a function to put a leash for your dog on it. And in sweden there is a facebookgroup for hiking with your dog that has 30k members. Imagine a backpack where you can attach you dog leash without risking it to break the backpack and the dog will help you to get that extra push when hiking up that hill. Right now I use my canicross belt under my backpack but thats about 400g extra weight. Something I would love to loose.
No possibility to attach it to the small loops on the hip belt on the Keb backpack for example? Or you’d like a more centered attachment? Maybe connecting to both loops! Interesting thought however! :)
@@TedWeirum The small loops is for pulling a sled so they are pointed backwards. There is a need to have them more forward. Like the non-stop dogwear hip belts.
pack down hoodie! :) www.fjallraven.com/se/sv-se/herr/jackor/vinterjackor/expedition-pack-down-hoodie-m?v=F86121%3a%3a7323450636654 there's the link to the jacket I use in this video! :)
Hey Ted quick qeustion: I want to buy a keb hoodie like you have, but im not sure of the size. Thought I'd use you as a reference since I know you're one size down from me in the Keb Eco Shell. So what size do you use in the keb fleece hoodie?
I bought the Kajka 75l about 5 years ago for the exact same reason, the large duffle bag opening (easy assess to the whole pack) and the removable lid, which I've used way more then expected. The weight doesn't bother me, because of how well the harness fits. The only thing I haven't taken advantage of are the side pockets/baffles and the fact that you have to undo the clips to open the large front access is a little annoying though I see why they did this in order to add the metal bars to synch the pack tight, which is great. However, it's too robust for what I need in all seriousness, overkill, but at least I'll have something to hand down to my kids!
@@TedWeirum wrote to Fjällräven whether they intend to introduce the Bergtagen 38 in grey: Hej Fjällräven-Team! I am looking for a mountaineering rucksack and the Bergtagen 38 is among the top selected ones remaining. However before a purchase I have the following questions: It would be great to have the Bergtagen 38in a more natural color, like stonegrey for example. Partially the Bergtagen clothing range is available in grey so it would fit to the product family. Do you intend/plan to offer the Bergtagen rucksacks in grey, too? I would appreciate this a lot! and here’s their reply: Thank you for the feedback! At the moment we don´t have any plans to introduce more colors than the existing blue and orange color.
@Ted Weirum What kind of frame is Your brother using for the Kaika? In my I have same wooden frame as in Your Keb but in the video I can see that Kaika has black, probably prastic, frame.
I would add: ”If you absolutley need to contuniue with fjallraven, you would like these features”...cause, there are alot of other brands, who alraedy offer these features in there current, past and coming backpacks. But nice to point out what you like👍
Nice packs but the material is not as durable as they would have us believe, my abisko tore on the first trip out, it has sustained a few more rips since then.
My perfect fjallraven backpack would be 50-70l capacity - take kajka, remove dry/wet section, put loops on the back like the one singi has, remove some pockets, use bergshell material from keb. Ideally this backpack would be as sturdy as current kajka but sub 2kg.
Uuhhh i like that!
I like the side mesh pockets on the kajka, so you can access watherbottles while carrying the pack.
agreed, I like that too!
Bigger belt pockets is my main request!
agreed!
3:41 Back in 1995 I 'invented' this feature - when I put karabiners on the shoulderstraps of my Berghaus 65BC backpack and connected a small LowePro camerabag to them (with M6+28,35,50,90mm's inside)!!
I was just able to see over the camrabag to see where I was going - an impostant quality when in difficult terrain. This was my set up during my PennineWay solo backpacking walk.
Nice, I did the same way back, some camera bags are designed to be used that way nowadays, it’s a nice feature!
@@TedWeirum Indeed.
In the mean time my Berghaus rucksack and Lowe cambag have become worn/threadbare.
I'm very fond of my new camera bag, Wotancraft 3,5Litre; very compact, but it takes Oly EM1.2, 14-40, 45 and 4.0/40-150 - all I need in the field.
@@TedWeirum Sorry Ted, I'm not sure if I understand where you write "I did the same way back". Does this mean that you walked the PennW 'back'wards, i.e. from north to south? [Or did you perhaps mean to write 'back in the year ...'?]
Oh sorry, i meant the feature of the backpack, I also connected my camera bag on the shoulder straps :)
I have a Kajka 55L, and completely agree on ability to access contents easily by completely opening front panel is a feature I would look for in any backpack of this size, for the rest of my life. I use my Kajka also on business trips and hotel stays - the open front panel makes this backpack extremely easy to live out of on any trip, camping, wilderness, business, or otherwise.
Yeah, it’s a great feature! Thanks for your comment brother!
Although side pockets shoud have zippers on the same side as the main compartment. Having to flip the backpack everytime I want to reach for sometihing make's it frustrating.
Yeah, I agree
I must honestly say that I was and still am so happy with my purchase from the 65 l Kajka back then. He is big enough, the weight is okay, he is robust. I have not wasted a thought since the purchase to think about one of the current models. He is simply as Fjällräven says everywhere: DURABLE 👌
That’s wonderful! Finding a pack that suits your needs is essential! :)
@@TedWeirum 💯
The perfect pack for me would be a 62l Keb with the loops from the Singi and the detachable lid to fit in front of the chest like with the kajka. You would have the great front pocket, the bergtagen material, the versatility with the detachable side pockets and a slim pack without the sidepockets. Perfect for winterovernighters or multiday hikes.
you are me, I am you! :)
@@TedWeirum I have got the Kaipak 38l, the Singi 20 with Sidepockets and the No. 21L I am very happy with how they perform but would love to get a bigger pack for multiday hiking. I wish you a merry christmas! Keep up the good videos
Thanks bro!
put external daisy chain and poles/ice pickles attach on the Keb and you can simplify your product line by removing singi...
Great input!
I’d like a 55l Bergtagen backpack in the future. I’ve got the 38l and like it for mountaineering but it’s just too small for overnight trips. My Keb 52 is too heavy.
Yeah, a lot of people looking for a lightweight version!
@@TedWeirum one of your older Kajka videos was the first time I saw the feature with the top lid clipped at the front to balance the weight. The first thing that came to my mind was having a feature to attach a child-front-carrier to those buckles and maybe hip-belt as well. I carried my sons on many hikes, even up mountains in front-baby carriers and always wanted to have something like that so I could carry a bigger backpack at the same time for overnight trips. Made of G1000 Heavy Duty I would actually trust it to be very solid. Wearing a backpack plus child carrier is not a great alternative and the backpack-carriers are for day-trips at best.
Very interesting idea! :)
My biggest problem with fjällräven backpacks: they are all without exception very well designed and made, which makes it practically impossible to choose....i already have too many, damn!
I get what you mean! ;)
@Paco Neuhaus I know right? And then you choose to take on out and feel bad for leaving other great packs. 😂
My wishlist is to get a hybrid of Keb + Kajka....Kajka front opening and chest bag mixed with keb bergshell and side pocket is awesome
Yes!!! Agreed!
I really like the look of the Singi 48, however I would like the option for larger detachable side pockets, currently they're 4l? I think the option to have them in say 8-10l.
yeah, that would definitely be something cool!
Ahh I can truly relate to this: seeing the strenghts of different variants of a particular type of product and then wishing you could combine those into one new "perfect" or "ideal" version.
In the end I opted not for a Fjallraven backpack, but one from your Finish neighbours (Savotta). They are probably too heavy if I read the comments here, but bombproof, waterproof and very modular.
Your videos makes me long for Sweden. Stay safe!
Sounds like you found an awesome bag brother! Would like to see it one day!
@@TedWeirum deal!
Thanks for all the great videos Ted, much appreciations from Göteborg!!
I have a Kajka 85 as well, which I love, but one thing that bothers me a bit is that I often find myself turning it over back and forth between accessing the side pockets and the main compartment. An idea could be to have the side pockets open from the front as well or maybe both. To your point on the front Keb pocket, I would love to see something like that on the big front lid of the Kajka.
Hey Fredrik! I agree with you, I made a video about the kajka a couple of years ago and there I mention the same thing, it's a lot of turning! thanks for your input!
My Kaika 85L review and how I met you channel:
TLDR: + overall great, good top, very comfortable, fully opens, large side pockets, wooden frame
- Smaller side pockets are a bit rubbish, as well as those on the hip belt (hip flaps)
Overall: I'm happy with it and would choose it again.
Longer review:
+ It fits very well, feels much lighter. I do think that the hip belt gets uncomfortable after a few hours, my partner thinks the same, but we haven't had real problems. It is well built, opens wide, stands relatively well and has a wooden (renewable) frame, which legitimises the costs (and it isn't that expensive compared to other back packs in that range). All the zippers are large and very well made, you can probably operate them with gloves.
The top has a great size, it opens towards your head, so I was able to use it whilst walking. I love those small details, it can really make a difference! Never used it separately. The large side pockets are awesome, the fold up, so they are huge, I love those! The hip belt is good. Combine, the pockets, the top and it's rubber band offer a lot of space for jackets, trouser, maps and so on.
- The smaller side pockets are a bit rubbish, they are a bit too small, my large water bottle (0.75 L, I think) just wasn't save there, I sometimes ended up putting it into the larger ones. The hip belt isn't as comfortable as it could be, but okay. However, its pockets are too small, I really think of them as a messed opportunity. Plus one of those and the small side pockets are made of mesh. I think that's a stupid decision, those are exactly the parts that will end up strafing branches and bushes, so I suppose that's where the tear will happen.
neutral: No extra pocket on the back for a rain jacket, but the top and side pockets were enough. Not the lightest model, but is so comfy, that it feels lighter.
Background: I needed a large backpack for a supposed honeymoon hiking tour through Norway (Pilegrimsleden/Olavsveien/Dovrefjell/possibly Lofoten). 2020 had other plans, so shorter trips in Switzerland it was, but still a honeymoon :) My girlfriend/wife wanted that backpack from the beginning (but a 65L for women), I tried the large one from Deuter, which was uncomfortable as hell. Then the large one from Osprey, the hip belt was horribly stiff and hence hard to get it on, plus the top is sometimes sold separately in Europe, which immediately led me to cross everything Osprey off my lists. So I did some more research and found this channel :) In the end, I tried on my girlfriends and liked it a lot, it was just comfy, even though it was made for ladies. So, it came to the decision that I could do without the extra pocket for jackets and got this one. Final result: I never missed the extra pocket and like it a lot! Biggest complaint remain the small sizes of the pockets and the hip belt, which can become a bit uncomfortable.
wow! awseome! I hope the honeymoon still was a great success even if it was in 2020 :p if you make it through this you can make it through everything! :) thanks for your comment brother! I'm happy for you and the wife!
@@TedWeirum It was, we finally got some things off of our bucket list (Swiss edition). Thanks :) Takk så mycket ock god jul! (Mitt Norsk er bedre, mitt Svensk er improviserade...)
Älskar Norge! 🎄🤙🏼
I would like to see a Kajka that is in Bergshell, lighter, and has more front pockets, straps, etc. In addition, I would LOVE to see Fjällräven make a light weight 55-75L backpack; that would be freakin amazing!
Agree! :)
One of my favorite features in the Keb 52 not mentioned in this particular video is the side access zipper. I would like to see that more in future packs.
true! I really like that feature too!
I'd prefer to see the full front opening of the Kajka featured on the Keb. That side pocket is okay, but it doesn't compare to full front access. I would also like seeing the Keb toplid have the daypack features of the Kajka lid.
Same here!
@@TedWeirum Great Swedes often think alike, my Tedward! Hey are you out doing the classic right now?
Nope! Waiting for the one in Scotland!
I’d Love a 70 litre version of the bergtagen ... with the keb side pockets..... the most comfortable pack I ever carried
sounds like an interesting concept!
I really love the chest pouch feature of the Kajka. In fact I like it so much I have bought a hill people gear kit bag so whatever I am doing outdoors and whatever pack I have on I can carry my essentials on my chest. Love it!
I did the same with a camera bag! it's really nice! :)
I Keb with the loops system of the Singi. And the complete in Bergshell. ATB Raymond
it would be the bag of bags! :)
Going for the signi 28 with the gear holder and side pouch for now, for day trips as i needed something better, I have a 35-37 liter bag with carbelt like straps for your shoulders works well in winter when you've more cloth to pad your shoulders but during the warmer months it just doesn't work.
I stood between the signi 28 and 48 though, but I already have a 75L one for longer runs if I am out for a day or two so didn't feel like I needed something to big.
Interesting video, thanks.
Sounds like you made a good choice brother! Let me know how it is once you get it!
@@TedWeirum I think so too, been looking around for a few months now to figure stuff out and looking at videos so yeah :) I thought your video was going to contain some smaller backpacks but very interesting information none the less, maybe in the future I get another Fjällräven to trade in my budget 75L backpack.
I needed a bigger one for cameras and all that, we’ll see in the future though!
@@TedWeirum Ah that's the difference I don't :)
Lucky you! Apparently batteries don’t get lighter when they’re depleted.. ;)
I also have the kajka 85ltr and the singi 48.
if I could improve the singi I would have the lid from my 85 ltr pack on it and a zip open front.
it would be also good if they produced a wider range of extra pockets for it , ie a nalagene pouch that it easy to pop the bottle in and out of and maybe a bino harness that goes on the front
AGREED!!
Ted,
Happy holiday to you and your family!
I agree with your key features also.
I would also add the following:
1. The size ranges; having the same pack but in different sizes including a women's version of each is a great selling point.
2. The waist belt, my Kajka waist belt is perfect.
3. Weight: Weight of the pack is vital on any trip, I have found the Kajka a little weighty so would like to see them reduce the overall weight.
4. The base: The base of the pack should be bomb proof, we put our packs down everywhere and therefore the base should be very hardwearing.
;-) Just a few.
Talk soon Andrew
happy holidays to you and yours too brother! thanks for your input, I agree with you! talk soon!
Did they have the same comfort? I like to go to the keb 52 or kajka 35 and have wide shoulders?
Best regards
Keb 52 is great for that!
I would really like to see metal buckles, maybe not the best for cold weather, but otherwise more durable.
Good point!
Hej Ted! I would love to see a video or a blog post of all of your go to hiking clothing and equipment for a weekend trip or a multi day trek! Maybe you have already uploaded one? I hope you and your family are keeping safe :)
It’s in the plans! Will definitely do a video like that! You can check out the prep video for Fjällräven classic, there we go through a bunch of things we had with us for they adventure!
@@TedWeirum Thank you so much for replying, i'm looking forward to it! Your videos really have helped over the last 10 months, keep up the great work and stay safe!
Honored to hear that brother! Stay tuned for more! :)
My wish: a big version of the Ulvö Rolltop with the Keb suspension and frame. It's a simple design that a lot if American manufacturers use and it works great. They have the Bergshell material so it would make the pack lighter and waterproof so you don't need the pack cover etc. I mean they did the Keb in partial Bergshell but not on the top? That's where rain usually comes from.
Kul video oavsett Ted :)
"that's where rain usually comes from" and so my day was made! :) tack! vi får hoppas att dom tar till sig allt detta till nästa generations ryggsäckar!
They explained in a video that Bergen is not just waterproof but also a stronger rip-stop material. Since the backpack has side-zippers, they reinforced them so you can smash the backpack on one side to open the other without worrying about ripping the fabric in contact with the ground.
I haven't got any of these, so this is purely based on youtube-vids and my experience from a couple of other backpacks.
My wishlist for the Kajka: I would like to see some mesh pockets on the inside of the front "lip" - where you have sown on patches. I have this feature on my 5.11 Rush 72 and I really like it. Also perhaps movable side pockets from the Singi. Might work well for tripods of different sizes. Loops from the Singi would allow you to customize the Kajka a bit more too. Maybe they could sell different accessories/pockets you could snap on like the Singi side pockets? :)
Yeah, I agree, I think selling different accessories would really make the bag stand out!
Do you wear the keb trousers in the video?
yes!
I like to see the waterproof and durable bottom of the Abisko 75 everywhere, a good mesh back for ventilation, at least one big zipper to reach everything inside from the side instead off have to open the top, waterproof and durable bergshell material for the complete pack (rain covers not really protect sensitve items when it comes to heavy rain and water is finding its way inside through the back), bigger side pockets to not have to be afraid of loosing the water bottles like in the High Coast, Abisko 75 or Abisko Hike Backpacks anymore and this beautiful clean design of the Keb 52. And I also really appreciate the simple solution to attach items at the top of the Abisko 75 as well the series philosophy. So give us more size choises for backpacks like the Keb 52 or Abisko 75, at least one that is air plane compatible for each of which.
All good and valid points! let's hope they find a solution!
UL 80L backpack from Fjældræven would be great.
Agreed! :)
@@TedWeirum ..or rather a hole serie of UL backpacks from Fjällräven, they are missing out on a segment.
Agree, if durability and weight can meet that would be a good thing!
@@TedWeirum ....where there is a will there's a way. Imagine g-1000 lite Bie Wax'ed - mixed with for example cordura fabric's or cuben fiber parts - series of packs. My ULA OHM 2.0 63 L weighs only about 1.0 kg. Fjällräven are missing out on a growing segment. It's a shame.
Sounds interesting, I hope they will find a way!
Hav you trued the Kaipak? I’ve been look on the 58L
yeah, made a video on it here on the channel! :)
Great review of backpack thanks :-) i have one question what is the size of your jacket? And your size chest, abdomen, hips? Sit well for you..
The jacket is M, I don’t know the rest to be honest!
I’d like to see Kajka with modern materials and locks like on the Bergtagen. But not too soon please Fjallraven - don’t want to buy a new pack yet 😉
agree, that would be nice!
Perfekt när man bär tungt att ha lite vikt på bröstet 👍🏻
Håller med!
Excited for the Expedition Parka review! Can you explain the button on the hood? I don't get it, does it hold it down from flying around in the wind or something?
Would love to see the Canada Wool jacket too! 💕
Yes! Exactly like you say, the button is for holding the hood in place! Might do a review on the wool jacket too!
@@TedWeirum please do! Personally, the hood seems puffy enough that it doesn't have room to go anywhere, but I also don't see winds other than freight trucks passing by on the freeway here.
Want to see your take on the wool jacket even though I passed on it still.
Nice video Ted....feel like I’m copying you somewhat ha ha I’ve ordered the down expedition jacket in that very same colour! should be here by the weekend!......I’m guessing it’s pretty warm? should be more than enough for our mild winters in the uk...if you don’t put out another video....have a great peaceful Christmas....all the best to you and your family
Alastair 👍🏻
thanks brother! to you and yours too! the plan is to do a 10k giveaway video before the end of the year, waiting on the thing to give away to arrive and then I will get to work!
Det som jag efterlyser är någon form av insats för dom säckar som öppnas framifrån så man kan lägga ner kamera objektiv etc på ett säkert sätt. Jag har en bärsäck från Manfrotto för en 600mm men den är kass som ryggsäck!
ja, hade varit härligt med ett sådant typ av tillbehör! :)
There is no european competitor to hyperlite mountain gear. So fjällräven has a great opportunity to make a ultralight version of kajka.
weight seems to be on everyones mind, I hope they can take that in to consideration when making the next bag!
Mammut and Ortovox make pretty light and great mountain packs. Ortovox less so above ~42l but Mammut has a pretty wide range.
Lightweigt is not enough is fjallraven philosophy.....durable, timeless, functional is more important IMHO
@@syahrulsamsuddin3730 fjällräven has never been lightweight. And can Klättermusen (a small swedish brand that has the same quality as fjällräven) make a lightweight backback with a durable and timeless design, then fjällräven can do that also
Ted, I gotta tell you how tempted I am to grab my scissors and cut away the netting located in the bottom pocket of the kajka 85 hahah. That net and I is not getting along, it's one of those "smart but useless features". They should also fix the side pockets which alot of ppl have been talking about being "reversed" a bit of a designer flaw. Other than that the kajka is my baby which I'll pass on to my grandchildren in about 80 years, suberb features overall!
Yeah, I know what you mean, it’s actually cut off in the bag in the video, I really hope they fix all these details and then we’ll end up with THE bag of bags!
Congrats to 10k Ted! Stay wild😅
Thank you! I will! :) you too!
Another thing... there is no backpack on the market that has a function to put a leash for your dog on it. And in sweden there is a facebookgroup for hiking with your dog that has 30k members. Imagine a backpack where you can attach you dog leash without risking it to break the backpack and the dog will help you to get that extra push when hiking up that hill. Right now I use my canicross belt under my backpack but thats about 400g extra weight. Something I would love to loose.
No possibility to attach it to the small loops on the hip belt on the Keb backpack for example? Or you’d like a more centered attachment? Maybe connecting to both loops! Interesting thought however! :)
@@TedWeirum The small loops is for pulling a sled so they are pointed backwards. There is a need to have them more forward. Like the non-stop dogwear hip belts.
Hi Ted, are you sporting the Latt hoodie or Pack Down hoodie in this video?
pack down hoodie! :)
www.fjallraven.com/se/sv-se/herr/jackor/vinterjackor/expedition-pack-down-hoodie-m?v=F86121%3a%3a7323450636654 there's the link to the jacket I use in this video! :)
@@TedWeirum I guessed that it was! Mine has just arrived, I'm about to open it. I got it in Navy, medium size. :) Keb Eco Shell is next.
Nice review, what Color is your keb 52?
Thank you! Deep forest is the color!
Hey Ted quick qeustion: I want to buy a keb hoodie like you have, but im not sure of the size. Thought I'd use you as a reference since I know you're one size down from me in the Keb Eco Shell. So what size do you use in the keb fleece hoodie?
If you get the same size it will be tight. Not a bad thing if that suits you.
@@robertlewandowski8491 I ended up wordering two in different sizese. Guess I'll be sending the smaller one back :)
in most of my stuff I use M!
I bought the Kajka 75l about 5 years ago for the exact same reason, the large duffle bag opening (easy assess to the whole pack) and the removable lid, which I've used way more then expected. The weight doesn't bother me, because of how well the harness fits. The only thing I haven't taken advantage of are the side pockets/baffles and the fact that you have to undo the clips to open the large front access is a little annoying though I see why they did this in order to add the metal bars to synch the pack tight, which is great.
However, it's too robust for what I need in all seriousness, overkill, but at least I'll have something to hand down to my kids!
good points! it's a solid bag for sure!
Hidden gem!!! Keep it up!!!
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Was it cold? How many Fahrenheit? 😁
about a mile! :P
Open Meshpockets on the shoulderstraps, for water or snacks.
Interesting idea!
@@TedWeirum alot of ultralight packs have them.
en keb 52 med singi fack på sidan som tillval vore optimalt, dom kanske finns som tillval och går fästa på något sätt? om inte : FIX IT!
håller med, kan man smälta ihop dessa tre säckar på ett bra sätt så tror jag man kommit väldigt långt!
I would love to get a Bergtagen 38 in a natural color like pinegreen olive or stonegrey.
Agree!
@@TedWeirum wrote to Fjällräven whether they intend to introduce the Bergtagen 38 in grey:
Hej Fjällräven-Team!
I am looking for a mountaineering rucksack and the Bergtagen 38 is among the top selected ones remaining. However before a purchase I have the following questions:
It would be great to have the Bergtagen 38in a more natural color, like stonegrey for example. Partially the Bergtagen clothing range is available in grey so it would fit to the product family. Do you intend/plan to offer the Bergtagen rucksacks in grey, too?
I would appreciate this a lot!
and here’s their reply:
Thank you for the feedback!
At the moment we don´t have any plans to introduce more colors than the existing blue and orange color.
Really glad you posted the answer here buddy! Appreciate it! Well, at least now we know!
@Ted Weirum What kind of frame is Your brother using for the Kaika? In my I have same wooden frame as in Your Keb but in the video I can see that Kaika has black, probably prastic, frame.
It’s one of the first versions about five year’s ago, metal frame.
old version of the kajka! the new ones come standard with the wooden frame! :)
I would add: ”If you absolutley need to contuniue with fjallraven, you would like these features”...cause, there are alot of other brands, who alraedy offer these features in there current, past and coming backpacks. But nice to point out what you like👍
Good point Per!
other brand names with these features please/thank you.
Heavy waits 😊
Nice packs but the material is not as durable as they would have us believe, my abisko tore on the first trip out, it has sustained a few more rips since then.
What bag is it that you have? :)
@@TedWeirum I have the abisko 35 litre, very comfortable but the material is weak, I even waxed it several times.
Great review and comparison. Nice channel. New follower there. Crow✌️
Thanks brother! My warmest welcome!
I will stick with the gossamer gear mariposa 60. Weight less than 1 kg. And wears superb. Fjallraven backpacks are in my honest opinion way to heavy.
I think a lot of people agree with you, it would be interesting to see I lighter version!
Make a 50l backpack under 600 gram! These are waaaaay to heavy! DCF materials!??
And skip raincovers.. make them waterproof... again DCF!
sounds like an interesting bag!