r/Fjallraven

Seems like this pack will also have wooden frame. Considering it is removable on all other packs, it will likely be so even here for you UL weaklings stressing over each g of weight 😄😘

Hi guys I’m overthinking this and will
Probably sound crazy but I got this hip pack on Vinted it’s supposed to be brand new looks authentic I believe serial number and all it’s the same as the one I checked in store I’ve wanted the ultramarine color since I laid my eyes on it but it was always sold out so when I saw it on Vinted I jumped at it also the lady gave me a 10€ discount on it anyways here are the pictures that she posted and then the picture that I took the colors look nothing alike and she told me that irl it looks more blue than in my picture. Am I hallucinating ? The serial number is the same and I do agree the ultramarine looks prettier irl than on a picture but hers looks sooooo blue compared to the soft blue purple that the ultramarine is.

On the right are my awesome vidda pros from quite a few years ago. They’ve been awesome pants, have had hundred of wears. They’ve done many jobs and I have certainly gotten my moneys worth out of them years ago. They’ve gotten many holes, a pocket nearly tore off, there’s rips and missing hardware for the cinches on the bottom at the hems. One day I wore them into my local fjallraven store and they said they could send them out for repair. I thought wow that’s awesome, and it’s free? Even better and not anything I expected. I get them shipped off right away, waited 8 weeks, just got the pants back and there’s nothing that’s been done to them. Every hole is still there, tears are still there, missing snaps still missing. Tearing stitches are still tearing. I was even told by an associate they’d re wax them which definitely didn’t happen either. Seems like they just held onto them for a few weeks and shipped them back. I didn’t expect anything and again - I’ve worn the hell out of them and was okay with their current state. It was just so odd that they did nothing to them. I can’t find a note stating they were denied repair or anything and the guys at the store were certain they’d come back in way better shape. Has anyone’s repair experience gone like this? I didn’t expect anything but it was weird that it was actually nothing.

I bought a Fjällräven Kajka 85 today after going back and forth between the 75 and 85 for quite a while. I honestly thought the 85 would be to large as I'm used to a 55l Gregory Katmai, but after getting home and actually packing it the way I realistically would for a mountain trip, it suddenly made a lot more sense.

I packed it for what would be around a week in the mountains with the kind of gear I personally like bringing. Not ultralight at all, but not careless either. Sleep system, fishing gear, electronics, knife, Trangia, extra clothes, camp chair and some other comfort items. Basically the stuff that makes me genuinely enjoy being outside for many days instead of just “getting through” the trip.

What surprised me was that the whole setup only ended up at 19.3 kg, and honestly it felt extremely comfortable on my back. I expected it to feel much heavier and bulkier than it did. I didn't have all the food/drink items that I normally would have, so I would guess that the total weight would be around 22-24kg.

I've owned a lot of backpacks, and the last years I've been using the Gregory Baltoro 75l and recently the Gregory Katmai 55l. I got everything I needed in the 55l, but it was packed to the brim and without room fishing/hunting/winter gear. Those backpacks are also really great packs, and there's nothing wrong with them, I just love the fabric and color of the Kajka, the features it provides, and I love the side pockets as well.

I think I’ve realized that the reason I like larger packs isn’t because I want to bring unnecessary stuff, but because I like flexibility. If I remove the chair, swap the Trangia for a Jetboil and maybe leave the Jerven bag at home, I suddenly have room for a lot more food to stay 2 weeks in the mountains or bring winter clothing instead. That matters a lot more to me than having the smallest possible backpack. I could also strap on the extra side pocket on the back if i need more volume - that would give me 89l in total.

A lot of people online seem very focused on ultralight hiking, and I completely understand why, but I don’t think that style fully matches the kind of trips I enjoy. I like long mountain trips in Northern Norway, fishing along the way, eating proper food, sitting comfortably in camp and having enough gear to handle weather changes without stressing about every kilogram.

I also think there’s a big difference between a heavy pack that carries weight badly and one that carries it well. The Kajka 85 genuinely surprised me there. Even with close to 20 kg it felt really stable and comfortable.

For shorter trips I already have a Kajka 35, which I’ll use for day trips and lighter summer overnighters as well as hunting trips. I’ll probably end up buying a Kajka 55 or 65 at some point too for weekend trips, but honestly I can already tell the 85 is going to be amazing for longer trips, especially in the autumn. I have a 14 day hike (190km) in the planning stage for this summer, and I think the 85l is going to be perfect for that.

I’m looking for a backpack I can use as a possibly day trip bag without being too bulky etc, and for my carry on for long haul flights (change of clothes, laptop, etc ect) as I normally have a checked in luggage.
I love the KÅNKEN, but not sure if they will be suitable? I’m 35 and male, so not sure if I will look a little like the image included in this post using one haha.
Any recommendations would be handy. Thank you

Looking for the classic Fjällräven no. 8 anorak in color UN blue, as pictured. Been searching for a while now 😩

Anyone one here that have one in a mens size M that you’re willing to sell? 🙌🏻🙏🏻

Looking at buying a greenland jacket off Vinted, I just wanted to make sure it’s authentic before I go ahead? Thanks!

Just picked up this used Eco Shell, I believe it’s from around 2020. Anyone have experience with this jacket?

Really enjoying it up to now, first waterproof jacket I have owned that isn’t horrible next to skin. DWR is still in good shape, but not tested in a long downpour

Saw this on an instagram story. Looks like more light weight products are coming.

Is this fixable or would I have to send it in to be fixed.

i washed my pack a week or so ago and i think it lost some kind of barrier(?) it gets dirty easily compared to when it was brand new. i read posts here saying that theyre machine washable, so i did. will using a dwr spray help regain its old powers back?