Doughnut Macaroon Backpack Review (Better than Fjallraven?)
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- Опубліковано 19 чер 2024
- Doughnut Macaroon Backpack Review // Overall pros and cons // Who this pack is perfect for // Who this pack is NOT perfect for // Where to get the best price and more!
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00:00 - Intro
0:23 - Gist of the Pack
2:35 - Front of the Pack
4:59 - Middle of the Pack
9:42 - Back of the Pack
11:34 - Pros and Cons
12:33 - Alternatives
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Doughnut Macaroon Backpack
To learn more about our honest thoughts about the Doughnut Macaroon Backpack, watch our video for an in-depth review!
Let's help the community by leaving a comment down below with your thoughts about this pack. Would you get it knowing it has limited access to the laptop compartment plus no false bottom? Do you also find the excess dangle annoying? And if you already have it, how is it so far? We'd love to hear from you!
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Get the Doughnut Macaroon Backpack if…
✅ You want a good-looking pack
✅ You like the materials used on this pack
✅ You love its dual carrying option (backpack and a tote)
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DO NOT get the Doughnut Macaroon Backpack if…
❌ You want the classic totepack that started it all. Below's another alternative... 👇🏼
Fjallraven Kanken Backpack → Similar looking backpack/vibe
→ Watch our review: bit.ly/3yTDuPL
→ Check the best price: go.nomadsnation.com/fjallrave...
❌ You want a better totepack option made with high-quality materials and absolutely got more features. Check below for another great option… 👇🏼
Bellroy Tokyo Totepack → Better materials, features, and organization
→ Watch our review: bit.ly/3Xo6g5E
→ Check the best price: go.nomadsnation.com/bellroy-t...
❌ You are looking for a retro tote/pack fusion that's sustainable and minimalist. Here's another recommended option for you… 👇🏼
Day Owl Backpack → Retro, minimalist, eco-friendly
→ Watch our review: bit.ly/3Ryy1cj
→ Check the best price: go.nomadsnation.com/dayowl-bac...
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Specs/Features/Summary
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• Capacity: 16 liters
• Color: 45 color options
• Supremely durable, Korea Heavy Twill Crinkle Finish, water-repellant fabric
• Fits up to a 14" Laptop
• Has an iPad compartment
• Multiple compartments for organization
• Bottle compartments (internal and external)
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I really wish there was a company that adopted this specific aesthetic but with the higher end materials.
Bellroy and Day Owl is as close as you’ll get
there is a cordura 1000D version of this bag (in large)
It’s Korean twill which is pretty waterproof and sturdy
You make reviews that are fun to watch. Thanks for being in depth :,)
Thank you so much!!
Bro i literally just discovered this brand a while ago (4hrs) from an ad and now i saw a review from you lol this simulation is wild 😂
Meant to be ;)
I just got one actually in the dark purple color! I'm female so I don't like the typical backpacks. This looks more dressier than the Kanken and more inside organisation options. Glad I got it after seeing this review 😊
Awesome to hear! Please let us know what you think of the bag after testing for a few weeks 💪🏻
The backpacks by Doughnut are definitely some of my favorite backpacks, be it just everyday or even outdoor activities. I'm an avid hiker and outdoors person and normally use the more heftier hiking packs (Vaude, Deuter, Tatonka... you name it). I don't remember how I exactly got into contact with the macaroon but I definitely remember doing my first Ultra Cycling Tour with it. Very compact and spacious at the same time and the material definitely didn't disappoint me during the bad weather I had to cycle through. During hikes it's as of now my go to backpack for casual day trips, fulfills all the basic needs without going overkill for a day trip.
Awesome to hear!
Great review! I have a Kanken and a Doughnut, and if people are on the fence, I'd recommend the Doughnut. I got one of the larger models from their "gamer" series (not a gamer, but the black-on-black aesthetic got me) and it addresses some of the cons from the smaller sizes without costing too much more. The Kankens are lovely to look at, but the way those things attract filth can't be overstated. It's like they absorb free-floating dirt particles from the air itself. I can't speak to the longevity of the Doughnuts because I've only had mine for a couple months, but I absolutely feel like I at least got what I paid for.
agreed, they are well priced for what you are getting
I have one and I love this bag so much affordable yet practical while also being comfortable
agree on affordable, but comfort is so so imo
@@Nomads.Nation I do have the bigger version there is back padding as well as a hidden pocket on the back and very thick cushion on the straps
@@lexijones2930 ahh makes sense
Oh my wife has one that's like light cream pink and has these beautiful pink ribbons on the handle. Really well-made bag and quality materials like genuine leather. And not too pricey too. Doughnut used to make these burly 1000D Cordura rucksack kind of backpacks too, I wish they started selling those again...
The one my wife has is the Macaroon Grace Series Hazy Backpack, which is made of 420 crinkle nylon twill according to the website, and they claim real leather.
The leather thing is interesting to me cuz they do claim it’s real.. but it does not always seem like it to me
@@Nomads.Nation Yea who knows. I'm not even entirely sure about the cheapish leather jacket I'm wearing right now to tell you the truth.
@@rlfstr 100% agreed, who really knows lol
@@Nomads.Nation it's probably reconstituted leather which companies are getting around to calling 'real leather.' they take leathers craps and combine it with plastic and form it into whatever shape and voila, 'real' leather.
I have one of the older Doughnut Macaroons before they changed the logo (I think I've maybe had it 5-6+ years now. I can't remember exactly, but I had it at least a year or two before the Rona) and mine is made of Cordura, though I guess they've changed that now. I still love it, but I don't use it that often anymore as I didn't find it to be very comfortable. And I was prone to putting too many things in the organizational pockets like my phone, purse, kindle etc. and not enough heavier items in the main compartment to balance it out, which weighed down the front of the bag. It kept bending bending the bag over so I had to put a plastic clipboard in the laptop pocket to keep the back of the bag straight. Though thats probably more my poor organization than the bag's fault xD
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Little small for me, but it looks cool. I'd probably lean day owl if I was looking at this style, simply cause I like a seperate laptop compartment. Its nice to be introduced to another brand like this, I wasn't even aware of them, but it seems they are large.
Agree that I would prefer day owl, and yes they are growing very fast
I really want to get one of these, but the lack of give on the side pockets would be a real let down if I can’t put my kanken water bottle pockets on it. I do prefer to not carry my bottle in my bag bc it takes up too much room internally
It’s definitely a weakness of the bag
You should make a review of the brand seventeen london, the model Wimbledon, it’s very similar to this one but much cheaper
I’ll check em out!
I've had one for 4 years and still in love. The fabric has held up so well. It's so much more comfortable than a kanken and kankens get really crusty because of the weird plastic fabric. The side pockets having no elastic is probably the only thing I'd change if I could. It does stand up ok if it has something in it. You can solve the dangle by just tying the excess dangle into a loose knot.. oh and that weird loose pocket inside is perfect for stashing tampons 😂
Thanks for your perspective!
Loving the looks, but I'd have to hold off until they someday address the very issues you brought up!
I think at the price point this issues are fair, but totally get that it’s not for you. It’s a beautiful bag tho
Mines arrived today...already its annoying me by not standing up by itself...i have a smoothy a day and its not always airtight...have a feeling it could get messy in there :(((
It’s not advertised to be a self standing bag, so shouldn’t be a surprise there. And yea, it’s kinda functional, but it’s mostly about the aesthetic
It's like a Fjall Raven with a twist :-)
Exactly! It’s a lovely looking bag for the price point
Super durable bag..I hv one
agreed on the admin panel
Is the material better or worse than Kanken?
I would say fjallraven is definitely better
It's a kindagarten bag...? School bag.? or Mum's scrapbooking utility bag.? Macaroon mukti-functional for sure. Cheers mate.
all the above!
I thought you were going to do a video on the Linus Tech backpack
Already shot it, it’s in line to be edited and should be live in a few weeks. Unless you want to edit it for us
@@Nomads.Nation I wish I could be a part of your team. I would even learn video editing for you 😎
@@spencerstmars4882 if you do then ur hired! ;)
They're different, but I prefer the storage on the Doughnut
I think I missed this discrepancy - good to know there’s two versions!
Does it could fit an 15"6 laptop?
Be sure to ask their customer support and let us know what they say 💪🏻
I just saw a TikTok video of someone putting a 15.6” laptop in this size bag, but there is a slightly larger version that can comfortably fit a 15.6” laptop in it :))
@@autumnrose_tvcheers!
Cute bags and at a price that isnt going to make your Partner look at you with that... "Really?" Kind of expression when they get the credit card bill...
unlike my wife's Chanel purchase last week lol
Can you do a review on the large version?
I’ll add to our wish list 💪🏻
@@bella11110 on our to do list 💪🏻
I didn’t like the bag’s material. Gave mine away. I’ll stick with my Kanken instead. Favourite line though is Bellroy, they are my everyday.
Makes sense, the materials are in line with the price - more budget friendly
Hard pass on doughnut backpacks. Zipper pull came off after 2 months of use. Company wanted me to pay $17 for it. Talk about poor quality for a hefty priced bag. Never again! They make it so I can’t review it in their website. SMH
ah thats not good - thank you for sharing your experience with us
I have had that same experience with it. both of the zippers came off shortly after I bought it. I would have repaired it though I dont have the receipt.
IMHO, Donut Macaroon is generally a woman's bag. Even though some models are claimed to be unisex; the shape, size, buttons and colors still have a feminine feel. Sorry, no offense, again this is just my personal opinion.
None taken - I don’t disagree when it comes many of their most popular bags (like this one). But their new Black series (like the Pathfinder) is quite masculine
@@irenejoly guys can rock it for sure! I still think that the bag is def more on the feminine side, but that all comes down to personal taste. I see many guys in Hong Kong rocking this bag 😎