These are THE BEST Pants/Trousers for Mountain Biking & Cycling!!! Have Tried everything available & Nothing Else Compares... Thank You Ted for introducing me to the Features of the Vida Pro Ventilated Pants & Vida Pro for Hiking/Bushcrafting in Fall, Winter & Spring... Keep these Awesome Videos coming my Friend!
Thanks Ted! I literally decided to try Fjallraven because of this video, and the pants have been with me through everything. I’ve been hooked on Fjällräven products ever since.
Great review, might have to look into getting a pair of these. The ventilation sure beats having to occasionally drop my pants while sawing wood in the forest to let the heat escape 😂.
Mesh lining inside the vents would be a very good idea, up here in bug country (mosquitoes & blackflies) those vents are buffet restaurants for the winged vampires!
Hi Ted! Great video as always! I’m happy they are not low on the hip. Sadly I did like the side pocket on the old pair rather than the new being pushed more toward the quad to accommodate the ventilation...but I like the ventilation too! So happy that put stretch material in the pants! Always a bonus! My biggest complaint about Fjallraven right now is it seems they stopped with “dark olive” colour. It’s gone on the Keb pants, gone on the Keb Eco shell, etc. I really wish they’d bring that colour back.
Vidda has been my first choice for about 16 years now. My work (and hobbies) puts me in the woods and this pant I can relay on all season around. Not to hot, not to cold, dries fast Holds up against prickly bushes and sharp rocks. The only negative so far is the leg/foot strap that consist of an elastic band w snap buttom. The elastic band has dried ut on my pants so they cannot be tightend anymore. I have had my latest pants in 5 years now, perhaps the material in the band has been uppgraded in todays manufacture.
Comments like this, over and over I see through all Vidda's products..... Is what really makes me willing to spend so much on some pants. All I need are 2-3 pairs of pants and I think Im set for life. Im going to pick some of these up for sure thanks.
Ted Weirum You too bro :) guess it is obvious based on what vdo i was watching here of yours 😄 looking forward to it! The pants and the shoes are vital for that good time outdoors!
Thank you, your videos are amazing. You are a better ambassador for Fjallraven than Fjallraven. So far I'm a fan and considering the Keb Trousers, for day hiking and multiday trekking. Once again thank you.
Great review. I’m glad they added ventilation to the pants. If I could have changed one thing to my old version vidda pro’s it would be add the ventilation.
yeah it's a really nice feature! the stretch is a big bonus as well, you don't think about it at first but once you do some work and you're sitting up or bending it really does a big difference! thanks for watching!
I think it would be better, when reviewing products at least, to chose ones with more color so they would be a bit more visible on screen. But thanks for all the great videos Ted, I just ordered these pants in green - I hope Fjallraven pays you well :)
Hi Ted. Yet another great video 👍👍 You forgot a small detail with the pants. It’s very easy to oversee if you don’t know it’s there. But in the top of the pants, where you normaly would clip on a pair of suspenders Fjällräven have put something inside the fabric so the clips won’t slip off 😉 A small but briliant feature. A have a pair of Vidda Pro ventilated myself, and i love them big time 😉 All the best from hinsidan Öresund
You are correct!! I’ve seen it but someone overlooked it since I don’t use suspenders myself. I’ll see if I can show it in a future video, always gotta leave a cliffhanger right.. ;) tack från Malmö!
Nice review. I've a couple of pairs of the older Vidda Pros that i use for work and I like these upgrades. A little thing, but I like that they've reversed the boot lace hook, it was pretty painful if you put the old ones on quickly and it caught a toe nail, ouch! Looking forward to the Vidda jacket review.Cheers.
I see a few other comments asking about these vs the updated kebs. Both look more fitted than the original kebs (which I own and find a tad baggy). Can you highlight the differences between these and the updated kebs, when would each be better, if I were to buy one what would be the pros/cons of one vs the other, etc. thanks!
Yep, I’m sticking with the standard Pro’s, I have a pair of ventilated waterproof’s and I really don’t like them when they’re open and the zipper ruins the line of the trouser.
Great videos thanks for your insight! Which would you pick out of the Keb and the VP ventilated? I'm torn between the material flexibility vs the features like axe loop/knife pocket etc. I usually hike in shorts so I would probably wear these about 50/50 bad weather hiking/camp craft. Thanks!
@@TedWeirum And if I'm 50/50? :D Also, I'm a bit on the shorter side. I know these are 'fixed' length. Do you think they are adjustable still (by a tailor if necessary). Thanks again!
It’s a tough one with the length, I think it’s pretty hard to adjust afterwards. If you’re a bit of both I’d go with the VP, since you wear shorts on warmer days anyway. :)
Hi bro,what is the color of your pants? i think this dark navy but,pockets look black. and also my measurements,height 1,78 weight 79kg which size should i choose? i am already using size of 46 keb gaiter. is there any size difference between these two pants? thank you so much and take care of yourself. ops by the way little boy is so hamdsome 😉🤙
since you also own the keb pants i might ask which of the two you prefer, the keb or the vidda pro vent? I am struggeling with the decision which of those I should get.
I'm in the same boat, but leaning towards Vidda since I won't be walking very far and rather more do bush craft and fooling around in the woods. Or maybe even Barents since I'm too fat and maybe can't get Vidda that fit waist without being too long, which are the same but raw lenght. Hope they will make a ventilated version there as well. A friend of mine was disappointed with Keb since the stretch can't resist fire sparks. One small pop from the campfire burnt a hole right through quickly.
@@martinstengard2267 Thanks for the heads up with the fire sparks...that is indeed a dealbreaker for me, since i like hanging around the campfire to much. so it will be the vidda for me. And regarding your size issues, as far as I know, you can order all trousers also in D-sizes (the special sizes for men with a slightly grown belly), but you have to contact fjällräven directly for your order.
@@Presbiter Thanks didn't know that. Will absolutely check it out. I tried a pair of Kebs a few years back and had that problem then. Will need to try again, much prefer to have the endings with hook and the possibility to tighten around boots. Cheers! Edit: Did some additional research and it seems the Vidda and G1000 in general isn't that fire proof anyway: bushcraftusa.com/forum/threads/synthetic-pants-and-campfires-sparks.258582/
for me it's all down to what I'm doing, I think just like you mentioned in the comments here if you're doing more bushcraft type things then the Vidda pros is your go to pants, I like them both and I do a little bit of bushcraft/camping and hiking/trekking.
I purchased both to try and I think I like the Vidda better. I mostly use the pants for canoe camping. I do portage quite a far distance so I think the Kebs would be nice for that but I prefer the durability of the Viddas
@@TedWeirum For 3 season hiking (spring, summer, autumn) would you choose ventilated or lite trousers? I rarely hike in winter and really contemplating which pair of trousers to choose to be as varsitle as it can be :d
First time I’ve seen one of your videos Tom, really informative thank you, for me personally, I think these are expensive trousers, so it was nice to know exactly what I’m getting for Christmas this year, you showed me just what I wanted to know. Also, may I ask were your cool accent originates from. 👍
Thanks Peter! well.. my English accent is based on way to many movies a watched as a kid combined with video games I played I suppose. My Swedish accent is from Skåne, the southern left overs of Sweden! ;)
is it black on black because it looks like there is two colors for some reason. i have been to the stores and couldnt find the the black on black color. and when I look at the website of Fjallraven the Black in black seems to have two kinds of black. is yours 2 kinds of black where one is light than the other??
Hi! Great video. I bought this pants for doing Torres del Paine in Chilean Patagonia next early September, which is late winter in the Southern Hemisphere but still cold (5° C) since it's deep south. Do you think Ventilated Vidda are a good choice? No too hot? I know ventilation may help, but...
Hi Ted, on your advice I went for the Vidda Pro's, love them! Just wondering if these loosen up at all with wearing, they fit perfectly but are SLIGHTLY tight around the hips when sitting down, I'm short so don't really want to go a size up. Thanks!
Ted, thanks for another great video. I have a few comments/questions. 1. On the Keb trousers each of the thigh pockets has two poppers whereas these only have one in the centre. The Keb ones feel more secure, any thoughts?. 2. With the increase in size of most mobile phones now the device mesh pocket in the thigh pocket should be larger both in depth and width. Personally I like that with my current phone I can folder the top of the mesh over each top corner. 3 the vents are a great addition, would also like them lower down also. 4 is the groin area in these made of the same thin material on the Keb trousers? 5 are there any difference between these and newer Keb trousers which stand out? Thank you.
Thanks! The poppers are stong, but one zippered pocket wouldn’t hurt if you ask me, since you got the one really deep pocket I still think you’d be fine, it’s highly unlikely that something would fall out from that one, unless you sleep like a bat in really heavy winds.. ;) The mesh pocket I think is first and foremost made for a compass or gps, with that said I agree with you, we all use our phones for the same task nowadays. The Keb pants are made for flexibility and movement, going up and down mountains for example. Vidda pro is made for bushcraft, camping and building things, hence all the tool pockets that’s the biggest difference I can find! Thanks for watching!
from what I know up to now it's because the ventilation is reduced with netting or mesh and also the risk of the mesh getting stuck with the zipper. have you had any problems with yours?
Yes, looks a bit unfinished without mesh. I also have Revolution Race pants. I don't really like they overly narrow design. Other than that they are good.
Haj Ted. Good review. Couple of questions mate. You mention they have a stretch material now so how different are they to the keb? Also one of the things i really like on the keb is the zip pocket as im always losing change from my Vidda Pros. Does this update have a zip pocket on the right leg? Cheers mate
Thanks! No zip pocket, only the really deep one, I think it’s a good thing to have at least one security pocket. I’d say the pockets in general are the big difference here, these are made for bushcraft whereas the Keb are made for movement! Thanks for watching!
Watch my previous video, I’ll tell you all about them there! It’s the ancash 2: Hanwag Tatra II + Ancash II comparison and review - boots for heavy trekking th-cam.com/video/K_c7DI1FJfg/w-d-xo.html
Ted, I bought a pair of these trousers and I am wearing them. Okay they went with the tall leg length instead of the regular but these trousers are flawed because the button pockets are too long and there is no way to fix them. My cell phone comes into contact with my knee. In no other Fjallraven trousers does this happen. These pockets are practically useless. Total design flaw. The knee is too low. Anyway I just won't use those pockets, but that is messed up. No, these trousers are made wrong and it might be because of the knife pocket that they screwed us.
Actually it is lucky for me that I never use the pockets anyway except for the cell phone, so that is the only actual penalty, probably. I use the hand pockets to ocassionally put my hands into or else keys. Those are okay and the knife pocket is okay. The rest is only for show but not practical use. The rest is crap I mean.
@@TedWeirum It was my ring. I used to buy from Quebec and than they opened a shop in Calgary but the British were running it and that year I updated my ring which is not a story that you know so when I saw the people there at Fjallraven that are used to attack people this here was just another problem because yes the pocket is bad on this trousers. I didn't want my cell phone bouncing on my knee whereas with the Keb trousers (Keb gaiter trousers) the pockets were done correctly, but anyway I can wear this trousers without a cell phone and these pants can also be used for working outside. I just did not buy this style anymore, I went to the keb gaiter and I actually tried a few other Fjallraven styles but ultimately that year I went over to Arcteryx and things were good again but I didn't go for my final clothing haul to Fjallraven but I couldn't do it. I had the money, plenty of that. This year I am not wearing my ring the same way as that year. I actually could not wear Fjallraven at all last year. This year it is not hurting me so I am wearing it but Amazon Prime became an option because they deliver directly to the house. Anway yes these trousers or any of their G-1000 can be shrunk down one half of a size. I did shrink these ones down and they were better. The keb can be shrunk too but the soft shell does not shrink at all, only the G-1000 parts shrink (one half of a size down).
I just purchased a 2018 pair on deeep discount but man the new stretch, vents, knees etc.. I might have to shell out for these. The kebs never really fit me.
Nice review as always 👍 but I have a couple off questions about mosquitoes? I’ve heard that the Keb is to thin and the mosquitoes can get to you by the thin material. And the Vidda Pro is really too hot! It would be better if it was some mesh in the vents! But my dream trousers would have been the new Vidda Pro with zip-off in the G1000 Lite material with mesh in the vents! Absolutely love my Skogsö jacket and the Ruaha shorts in the Lite material! The Barents Pro shorts again is a little too hot in the summertime. Make them make my dream trousers for hiking,fishing and camping trips🙏😂🙏
good day sir, i have one question. i am watching a few Fjallraven Vidda Pro reviews on TH-cam and i noticed that most of them have a black tag that says Trekking. i went to a store and there is no black tag. it's just the brown cardboard tag, one tells about the story of Fjallraven, and the other one is about the G-1000. is there a difference between them? or am i looking at a knock off one? thank you in advance.
Nice review. Is the new design yet to come in the store? The Jacket looks great too. But as always, you're keeping the style going with Calvin Klein's. Peace
If Fjällräven only made underwear too... :P the new ones should be out by now, I've seen them in our local stores here at least, hope you guys get them too!
Ted Weirum are the knees are rear panels darker on the all black ones unsure to go with all black or grey and black ? These look grey in video ,thanks 👍
What is that sweater you are wearing? It looks nice with the pants. Btw how good would this pants be in snow conditions? This pants looks nicer than the keb, it has all the loops I need for my tools. The original lacked ventilation so that is a great improvement, only wished they had some netting inside for the summer period.
it's a Key long sleeve wool shirt, I love it! they'd do just fine in snow, no doubt! might want to wax them but that's all! I see a lot of requests for netting or mesh in the ventilation, maybe the'll look into that in coming collections!
@@TedWeirum I actually meant the jacket you were wearing above your shirt 🙈 Great, then I will get this one instead of the keb. Might get a pair of goretex gaiters with that. Yes the mesh would be nice.
Ah! Sorry, my bad! That would be the Keb fleece, not sure if they still carry that specific model but you will find the updated version, it’s a great fleece!
Hej Ted! I like my regular Vidda Pro Trousers, so I think I will take a look at these ventilated ones. What I would like to know is: Are you pronouncing all those swedish names for the Fjällräven products "swedish" or do you pronounce them like many of your english speaking viewers would do? I hope you understand what I mean... :-) ATB André
Hello, I have a doubt about the long version of this model (ventilated M long). I'm 5'10'', do you think this model fits me or is for taller people? Thanks!
Hey Ted, Great review, thanks! I'm definately going to buy a pair of Vidda Pro Ventilated but I have one quick question, if you wouldn't mind answering please. On the original Vidda Pro's, the left leg had that cool ace pocket that opened up at the bottom too to accommodate the axe. It looks like that has now been removed to accommodate the ventilation part, is this true? I thought that axe pocket on the Vidda Pros was one of the best features and so I would really hope it's on the Vidda Pro Ventilations too. I think it's been replaced by the ace loop at the top hanging off of the belt loops, if this is the case then wouldn't the axe swing around as you walked? Kind regards and keep up the good work my man!
You’re right! It’s been replaced with the loop, I don’t find it swinging around with my axe, maybe it depends on the size of the axe but for me it works fine. I got a fairly small axe. I hope you get a chance to try them out!
Thanks for the fast reply dude! OK great I will buy them then. Yea I only have a small hatchet axe so it should be all good. I'm so excited to get them! Thanks again!
Ted Weirum Unfortunately, I haven’t found any store that carries them. I might order two sizes and return the one that doesn’t fit. Thanks for the info!
@@TedWeirum sorry to reply to an old thread but this is super helpful. For some reason my VP Vent in a 46 fit similar/same as my 48 Keb. Headed to Alaska soon for a combo hiking/exploring trip and think both are coming - just making sure I understand how they’re supposed to fit!
No worries friend! Sounds like an awesome adventure! I think you’re doing the right thing bringing both, as long as they both fit you and feel comfortable using I would mind what size it says even though I understand it’s confusing! :)
They made a good decision to not use that ankle system. I have a pair of the abisko trousers done like that, and I can't stand adjusting them. I very much prefer the buttons on my vidda pros.
I love the original viddas, these not so much. My first pair of original viddas lasted around 4 years before crotch failed (like it does in all pants for me ). The gusset is a good idea but the single layer if g-1000 on the butt as opposed to the double layer on the originals will definitely not last. Already showing friction lines from very light use. Only had a couple months so really unimpressed.
Somehow nobody mentions that pockets on the ventilated model are pretty useless. If you stick anything thicker than a mobile phone in any of the pockets, your movement will be severely restricted. The knife pocket is narrow. It is actually too narrow for most knives. You can fit like couple of models of Morakniv or smaller Fallkniven (like F1) with plastic sheath, but it's just about it. Don't get me wrong, material is nice, quality of the pants is superb, but these pants (at least the ventilated model) is for hikers only, not for bushcrafters.
Does anyone out there have these and the Vidda Pros? How do they compare? I'm not a fan of the kebs, and would like something in between them and the originals, i'm just curious to how durable the zipper is, if you trudging through the bush, hauling wood, etc. And how far does the stretch fabric extend down? Thanks for the review Ted, I appreciate it!
Thanks brother! The stretch goes down to the knees, it becomes narrower the lower you go! I’ve tried the originals and all I can say is that these are a solid update, the stretch and ventilation makes a huge difference! Having the same zipper on the kebs I haven’t ever had a problem with it, I doubt that you would too, It’s durable! Thanks for watching!
I had to look away every time you handled that axe/hatchet. Mine can shave hairs and it's either sheathed or cutting wood. Any way, good review and great father/son time.
These are THE BEST Pants/Trousers for Mountain Biking & Cycling!!! Have Tried everything available & Nothing Else Compares...
Thank You Ted for introducing me to the Features of the Vida Pro Ventilated Pants & Vida Pro for Hiking/Bushcrafting in Fall, Winter & Spring...
Keep these Awesome Videos coming my Friend!
So glad you feel that way brother! 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Thanks Ted! I literally decided to try Fjallraven because of this video, and the pants have been with me through everything. I’ve been hooked on Fjällräven products ever since.
Welcome to the club brother! :)
Great review, might have to look into getting a pair of these. The ventilation sure beats having to occasionally drop my pants while sawing wood in the forest to let the heat escape 😂.
Hahaha, yes! Problem solved!
Mesh lining inside the vents would be a very good idea, up here in bug country (mosquitoes & blackflies) those vents are buffet restaurants for the winged vampires!
The kid is the star in this vid!! Thx for the info, great stuff. JP
Yeah, I think he the star I every vid he’s in.. he might take over one day.. :)
Nice review! and... Albert is fantastic!
thanks! yeah, he is so much fun! can't wait for him to see himself when he's older! hahaha
Great video, thank you!
My pleasure!
Hi Ted! Great video as always! I’m happy they are not low on the hip.
Sadly I did like the side pocket on the old pair rather than the new being pushed more toward the quad to accommodate the ventilation...but I like the ventilation too!
So happy that put stretch material in the pants! Always a bonus!
My biggest complaint about Fjallraven right now is it seems they stopped with “dark olive” colour. It’s gone on the Keb pants, gone on the Keb Eco shell, etc. I really wish they’d bring that colour back.
Thanks brother!
Totally agree on the dark olive part, there’s just something with that color, fits perfectly in nature!
Vidda has been my first choice for about 16 years now. My work (and hobbies) puts me in the woods and this pant I can relay on all season around. Not to hot, not to cold, dries fast Holds up against prickly bushes and sharp rocks. The only negative so far is the leg/foot strap that consist of an elastic band w snap buttom. The elastic band has dried ut on my pants so they cannot be tightend anymore. I have had my latest pants in 5 years now, perhaps the material in the band has been uppgraded in todays manufacture.
interesting point! I hope they fix this!
Comments like this, over and over I see through all Vidda's products..... Is what really makes me willing to spend so much on some pants. All I need are 2-3 pairs of pants and I think Im set for life. Im going to pick some of these up for sure thanks.
Thank you!
Very good video I agee with you on the adjustment straps hopefully staying with the time tested design.Great new features added
thanks for watching! glad I'm not alone on the straps! : )
Stay blessed brother! I’ve got 2 boys myself!
You’re about to have a good time outdoors brother! Stay safe! :)
Ted Weirum You too bro :) guess it is obvious based on what vdo i was watching here of yours 😄 looking forward to it! The pants and the shoes are vital for that good time outdoors!
Agreed! :)
Thank you, your videos are amazing. You are a better ambassador for Fjallraven than Fjallraven. So far I'm a fan and considering the Keb Trousers, for day hiking and multiday trekking. Once again thank you.
Thank you so much my friend! :) I think you’d love the Keb trousers! Once again, THANK YOU! :)
Great review. I’m glad they added ventilation to the pants. If I could have changed one thing to my old version vidda pro’s it would be add the ventilation.
yeah it's a really nice feature! the stretch is a big bonus as well, you don't think about it at first but once you do some work and you're sitting up or bending it really does a big difference! thanks for watching!
Im disappointed that they don’t have any mosquito net in the ventilation. That makes them useless in lapland where mosquitoes is a real problem
They should maybe look into making a series that focus on mosquito protection.. it’s a big enough problem!
That's a nice update on my favorite trousers! Thanks for the review!
My pleasure friend! :)
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Ted: Albert, ska du säga hejdå eller?
Albert: Va?
Ted: Ska du säga hejdå?
Albert: Bye Bye!
The best outro ever!🙌😄
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I think it would be better, when reviewing products at least, to chose ones with more color so they would be a bit more visible on screen. But thanks for all the great videos Ted, I just ordered these pants in green - I hope Fjallraven pays you well :)
Thank you! I’ll think about that next time! Fjallraven doesn’t pay me FYI. :)
Very good video
Thanks brother! :)
Loved the review - cherish your family!
Thanks!
Yep, the latest versions have the press studs at the bottom instead of the strap....which is definitely good!
Agreed!
Nice. What's the hat you're wearing please?
Not sure of the name there, it should be something with beanie I assume!
Which color are these in the video. They look so cool aside from the functionality.
These would be the black/black!
@@TedWeirum it’s not the gray black?
@MohamadEl-amine ah, yeah! Actually it could be the gray black! Sorry!
@@TedWeirum thank a lot!
Hi Ted. Yet another great video 👍👍
You forgot a small detail with the pants. It’s very easy to oversee if you don’t know it’s there. But in the top of the pants, where you normaly would clip on a pair of suspenders Fjällräven have put something inside the fabric so the clips won’t slip off 😉
A small but briliant feature.
A have a pair of Vidda Pro ventilated myself, and i love them big time 😉
All the best from hinsidan Öresund
You are correct!! I’ve seen it but someone overlooked it since I don’t use suspenders myself. I’ll see if I can show it in a future video, always gotta leave a cliffhanger right.. ;) tack från Malmö!
Nice vid guys super work
thanks Willie! :)
Nice review. I've a couple of pairs of the older Vidda Pros that i use for work and I like these upgrades. A little thing, but I like that they've reversed the boot lace hook, it was pretty painful if you put the old ones on quickly and it caught a toe nail, ouch! Looking forward to the Vidda jacket review.Cheers.
Yeah, once you felt your toenail lift up you will forever agree that this is a better solution! :)
Great review. Order done. Thanks seb from Burgandy
Thanks brother! hope you'll love them!
I see a few other comments asking about these vs the updated kebs. Both look more fitted than the original kebs (which I own and find a tad baggy). Can you highlight the differences between these and the updated kebs, when would each be better, if I were to buy one what would be the pros/cons of one vs the other, etc. thanks!
That’s a great idea William, I’ll get to it, got a couple of other things going but as soon as those are done I’ll get to this!
Great video, what kind of hand saw did you use in the video?
Bacho Lapplander!
Nice pants Ted! This is the first pair i've seen that i would like to replace my excisting supercomfy pants with. Keep up the good work!
Thanks Mattias! these pants could come in handy when you're out hunting! :)
@@TedWeirum I had hike and hunting in my mind.
Mattias Eriksson I had a feeling about that! :)
Loved the video!
What type of boots are you wearing here?
thank you! that would be the Hanwag ancash, there's a short video on them on the channel! :)
Yep, I’m sticking with the standard Pro’s, I have a pair of ventilated waterproof’s and I really don’t like them when they’re open and the zipper ruins the line of the trouser.
I like the standards too, it’s all depending on what I’m doing! :)
nice as always
Thanks brother! : )
which hanwag are these? what shoes are these that you are wearing? Thanks!
Ancash 2!
Great videos thanks for your insight! Which would you pick out of the Keb and the VP ventilated? I'm torn between the material flexibility vs the features like axe loop/knife pocket etc. I usually hike in shorts so I would probably wear these about 50/50 bad weather hiking/camp craft. Thanks!
Hey James! If you’re moving a lot I’d go with the Keb if you’re more of a camp guy I’d go with the VP! Good luck!
@@TedWeirum And if I'm 50/50? :D Also, I'm a bit on the shorter side. I know these are 'fixed' length. Do you think they are adjustable still (by a tailor if necessary). Thanks again!
It’s a tough one with the length, I think it’s pretty hard to adjust afterwards. If you’re a bit of both I’d go with the VP, since you wear shorts on warmer days anyway. :)
@@TedWeirumThanks!
Good review ,well done. What color are the pants? Dark grey&black ? .Thanks
thanks! these would be the black ones!
If these pants are black the knees area are double black 😀 they seems darker.
Great stuff ted and great gear 👍⛺️
Thanks Alan!
What jacket are you wearing?
Vidda PRO jacket
@@TedWeirumI mean under neath looks like a sweater with a Zipper?
@@TedWeirum3:54 thank you 🙏🏻
@victortellez4987 ah, sorry! Keb fleece!
I like the idea of ventilation, but surprised there isn't a mesh like material there.
They got it on one of the bergtagen trousers, thinner version, maybe that could work for you?
@@TedWeirum Thanks! I'll take a look!
What color is this Ted. Thanks
I believe this is the black and gray, it was a test model so the might have changed the color
Hi bro,what is the color of your pants? i think this dark navy but,pockets look black. and also my measurements,height 1,78 weight 79kg which size should i choose? i am already using size of 46 keb gaiter. is there any size difference between these two pants? thank you so much and take care of yourself. ops by the way little boy is so hamdsome 😉🤙
Thanks brother! I’d say you’d be good in 46 here too. The color is black!
since you also own the keb pants i might ask which of the two you prefer, the keb or the vidda pro vent? I am struggeling with the decision which of those I should get.
I'm in the same boat, but leaning towards Vidda since I won't be walking very far and rather more do bush craft and fooling around in the woods. Or maybe even Barents since I'm too fat and maybe can't get Vidda that fit waist without being too long, which are the same but raw lenght. Hope they will make a ventilated version there as well. A friend of mine was disappointed with Keb since the stretch can't resist fire sparks. One small pop from the campfire burnt a hole right through quickly.
@@martinstengard2267 Thanks for the heads up with the fire sparks...that is indeed a dealbreaker for me, since i like hanging around the campfire to much. so it will be the vidda for me.
And regarding your size issues, as far as I know, you can order all trousers also in D-sizes (the special sizes for men with a slightly grown belly), but you have to contact fjällräven directly for your order.
@@Presbiter Thanks didn't know that. Will absolutely check it out. I tried a pair of Kebs a few years back and had that problem then. Will need to try again, much prefer to have the endings with hook and the possibility to tighten around boots. Cheers!
Edit: Did some additional research and it seems the Vidda and G1000 in general isn't that fire proof anyway:
bushcraftusa.com/forum/threads/synthetic-pants-and-campfires-sparks.258582/
for me it's all down to what I'm doing, I think just like you mentioned in the comments here if you're doing more bushcraft type things then the Vidda pros is your go to pants, I like them both and I do a little bit of bushcraft/camping and hiking/trekking.
I purchased both to try and I think I like the Vidda better. I mostly use the pants for canoe camping. I do portage quite a far distance so I think the Kebs would be nice for that but I prefer the durability of the Viddas
Hey Ted, Great Video, would you say this are more or less breathable than vidda pro lite trousers?
Hey, thanks brother! I’d say that the lite is more breathable!
@@TedWeirum For 3 season hiking (spring, summer, autumn) would you choose ventilated or lite trousers? I rarely hike in winter and really contemplating which pair of trousers to choose to be as varsitle as it can be :d
For hiking I’d go with keb agile, really love the movement in them, if you’re more in to bushcraft then vidda pro lite
@@TedWeirum Thanks for the replies Ted, Appreciate it!
anytime brother!
First time I’ve seen one of your videos Tom, really informative thank you, for me personally, I think these are expensive trousers, so it was nice to know exactly what I’m getting for Christmas this year, you showed me just what I wanted to know. Also, may I ask were your cool accent originates from. 👍
Thanks Peter! well.. my English accent is based on way to many movies a watched as a kid combined with video games I played I suppose. My Swedish accent is from Skåne, the southern left overs of Sweden! ;)
I need a pair. I like the ventilation option. I will need a 34" inseam since i am 6'1. I only see 32" women's on amazon
They might have it on their official website, could be worth a check!
Hey Ted, do you own the Singi Trekking Jacket? How do you think is compares with the Keb Jacket? Thoughts?
I don’t have it at the moment, I’ll see if I can get my hands on it soon! :)
what color is the one you have on?
Black!
is it black on black because it looks like there is two colors for some reason.
i have been to the stores and couldnt find the the black on black color.
and when I look at the website of Fjallraven the Black in black seems to have two kinds of black.
is yours 2 kinds of black where one is light than the other??
Ah, now I understand, sorry! Yes, two kinds of black!
Hey, are these black or dark gray? I like the color.
Black!
You maid it again...a very informative video..🤠❤
Gillar din mössa...Du kan köpa en svart till mig...swishar rapido 😁😘😘
Kan inte hitta den! Tack mor! ❤️
Hi! Great video. I bought this pants for doing Torres del Paine in Chilean Patagonia next early September, which is late winter in the Southern Hemisphere but still cold (5° C) since it's deep south. Do you think Ventilated Vidda are a good choice? No too hot? I know ventilation may help, but...
I think it’s a good choice, an alternative would be the keb Agile:)
@@TedWeirum Thanks Ted
Anytime!
Great Review.
Looks good.
greetings Ritera & Racoon
Thank you! :)
I'm curious what leg length you have and if you wear the regular or long length?
Regular! Don’t know the length of my legs.. 🤪
Hi Ted, on your advice I went for the Vidda Pro's, love them! Just wondering if these loosen up at all with wearing, they fit perfectly but are SLIGHTLY tight around the hips when sitting down, I'm short so don't really want to go a size up. Thanks!
Hey, nice to hear! the stretch might shape after your body after a while, the g1000 stays where it is :)
These are designed based on height to weight ratio so keep that also in mind. So if you packing extra pounds don't blame the pants.
Hi Ted. I love your videos. That axe you have, what kind of is that? What made and where I could order it? Thank you.
There’s a video on the channel about it, gränsfors bruk lilla yxan is the name in Swedish, copy and paste in google and you’ll find it! :)
What temperature would these pants be best at? I will be September/October hiking in Northern Spain.
They could work for that, if your'e going long distances id go with keb trousers instead, let me know how it went!
Thanks your vid helped me a lot. I have a question:Can I attach kneepads in Vidda Pro Ventilated? -From South Korea
Yes! :)
Hello. What the model of beanie in this video?merino lite hat?
It’s a sample that I got my hands on, I haven’t found it for sale yet but I think something like the merino lite hat
Ted Weirum thank you))
Ted, thanks for another great video. I have a few comments/questions. 1. On the Keb trousers each of the thigh pockets has two poppers whereas these only have one in the centre. The Keb ones feel more secure, any thoughts?. 2. With the increase in size of most mobile phones now the device mesh pocket in the thigh pocket should be larger both in depth and width. Personally I like that with my current phone I can folder the top of the mesh over each top corner. 3 the vents are a great addition, would also like them lower down also. 4 is the groin area in these made of the same thin material on the Keb trousers? 5 are there any difference between these and newer Keb trousers which stand out? Thank you.
Thanks!
The poppers are stong, but one zippered pocket wouldn’t hurt if you ask me, since you got the one really deep pocket I still think you’d be fine, it’s highly unlikely that something would fall out from that one, unless you sleep like a bat in really heavy winds.. ;)
The mesh pocket I think is first and foremost made for a compass or gps, with that said I agree with you, we all use our phones for the same task nowadays.
The Keb pants are made for flexibility and movement, going up and down mountains for example. Vidda pro is made for bushcraft, camping and building things, hence all the tool pockets that’s the biggest difference I can find! Thanks for watching!
Same stretch material in the groin on both trousers yes!
@@TedWeirum Is there any difference in the mobility of the new keb trouser and Vidda Pro Ventilated?Thank you
Hey, they both got stretch and a new improved fit but since you got a bit more pockets on the vidda I’d say that the Kebs are bit more flexible.
Hello, what color pants are those on the video? And where can I find them at?
Link in the comment! Theses ones are black!
Sorry, link in the description box!
why is there no mesh in the ventilation? keeps mosquitos away a lot more. Even my Revolution Race pants have that mesh.
from what I know up to now it's because the ventilation is reduced with netting or mesh and also the risk of the mesh getting stuck with the zipper. have you had any problems with yours?
Ted Weirum none whatsoever. If the mesh is good quality and not too loose, it won’t catch
Interesting, it would be cool to see it on a pair!
Yes, looks a bit unfinished without mesh. I also have Revolution Race pants. I don't really like they overly narrow design. Other than that they are good.
We’ll see if they add it to future trousers!
Haj Ted. Good review. Couple of questions mate. You mention they have a stretch material now so how different are they to the keb? Also one of the things i really like on the keb is the zip pocket as im always losing change from my Vidda Pros. Does this update have a zip pocket on the right leg? Cheers mate
Thanks! No zip pocket, only the really deep one, I think it’s a good thing to have at least one security pocket.
I’d say the pockets in general are the big difference here, these are made for bushcraft whereas the Keb are made for movement! Thanks for watching!
1:56 You just throw your unmasked axe on the ground?
I guess I did brother, nothing I normally do of course! :)
Thanks again for another video! ;) What size are you wearing here? have some problems with the measurements on the website hehe ... thx a lot! ;)
I believe it’s 46! Thanks for watching brother! :)
What SHOES are you wearing in this video?
Watch my previous video, I’ll tell you all about them there! It’s the ancash 2: Hanwag Tatra II + Ancash II comparison and review - boots for heavy trekking th-cam.com/video/K_c7DI1FJfg/w-d-xo.html
Ted, I bought a pair of these trousers and I am wearing them. Okay they went with the tall leg length instead of the regular but these trousers are flawed because the button pockets are too long and there is no way to fix them. My cell phone comes into contact with my knee. In no other Fjallraven trousers does this happen. These pockets are practically useless. Total design flaw. The knee is too low. Anyway I just won't use those pockets, but that is messed up. No, these trousers are made wrong and it might be because of the knife pocket that they screwed us.
Actually it is lucky for me that I never use the pockets anyway except for the cell phone, so that is the only actual penalty, probably. I use the hand pockets to ocassionally put my hands into or else keys. Those are okay and the knife pocket is okay. The rest is only for show but not practical use. The rest is crap I mean.
Update: I was able to shrink the trousers to better size on high heat. Unfortunately this fiasco is likely to result in some deaths here.
so how did it go?
@@TedWeirum It was my ring. I used to buy from Quebec and than they opened a shop in Calgary but the British were running it and that year I updated my ring which is not a story that you know so when I saw the people there at Fjallraven that are used to attack people this here was just another problem because yes the pocket is bad on this trousers. I didn't want my cell phone bouncing on my knee whereas with the Keb trousers (Keb gaiter trousers) the pockets were done correctly, but anyway I can wear this trousers without a cell phone and these pants can also be used for working outside. I just did not buy this style anymore, I went to the keb gaiter and I actually tried a few other Fjallraven styles but ultimately that year I went over to Arcteryx and things were good again but I didn't go for my final clothing haul to Fjallraven but I couldn't do it. I had the money, plenty of that. This year I am not wearing my ring the same way as that year. I actually could not wear Fjallraven at all last year. This year it is not hurting me so I am wearing it but Amazon Prime became an option because they deliver directly to the house. Anway yes these trousers or any of their G-1000 can be shrunk down one half of a size. I did shrink these ones down and they were better. The keb can be shrunk too but the soft shell does not shrink at all, only the G-1000 parts shrink (one half of a size down).
Hope you saw today’s video, they released a vidda pro short, could be worth having a look at!
I just purchased a 2018 pair on deeep discount but man the new stretch, vents, knees etc.. I might have to shell out for these. The kebs never really fit me.
it's a great update! hope you get a chance to try them out one day!
Ted Weirum they have them at my local store in soho NYC. Gonna try them soon :)
Let me know what you think! :)
Du verkar gilla fjällräven eftersom dina videoklipp av någon anledning väldigt ofta kommer upp när jag googlar om fjällrävens produkter.
ja det kan jag nog inte sticka under stol med! jag tycker Fjällräven gör bra grejer och jag gillar att testa deras olika produkter! :)
Ted what color are those? They look like a dark navy but cant find it on your website.
Could be the color grade, however they are black! :)
Nice review as always 👍 but I have a couple off questions about mosquitoes? I’ve heard that the Keb is to thin and the mosquitoes can get to you by the thin material. And the Vidda Pro is really too hot! It would be better if it was some mesh in the vents! But my dream trousers would have been the new Vidda Pro with zip-off in the G1000 Lite material with mesh in the vents! Absolutely love my Skogsö jacket and the Ruaha shorts in the Lite material! The Barents Pro shorts again is a little too hot in the summertime. Make them make my dream trousers for hiking,fishing and camping trips🙏😂🙏
I’ll see what I can do! ;)
good day sir, i have one question. i am watching a few Fjallraven Vidda Pro reviews on TH-cam and i noticed that most of them have a black tag that says Trekking. i went to a store and there is no black tag. it's just the brown cardboard tag, one tells about the story of Fjallraven, and the other one is about the G-1000. is there a difference between them? or am i looking at a knock off one? thank you in advance.
It could be different models, I’d go to Fjallravens website and compare or search authorized resellers to be sure
Nice review. Is the new design yet to come in the store? The Jacket looks great too. But as always, you're keeping the style going with Calvin Klein's. Peace
If Fjällräven only made underwear too... :P the new ones should be out by now, I've seen them in our local stores here at least, hope you guys get them too!
Good video man. What colour are the ones you’re wearing? Are they the ‘dark grey and black’? Or just the plain black?
Thanks! These are the plain black ones!
Ted Weirum are the knees are rear panels darker on the all black ones unsure to go with all black or grey and black ? These look grey in video ,thanks 👍
Not sure brother, it’s better if you have a look on the website for that one!
Ted Weirum cheers ted ,will have a look 👍
What is that sweater you are wearing? It looks nice with the pants.
Btw how good would this pants be in snow conditions? This pants looks nicer than the keb, it has all the loops I need for my tools.
The original lacked ventilation so that is a great improvement, only wished they had some netting inside for the summer period.
it's a Key long sleeve wool shirt, I love it! they'd do just fine in snow, no doubt! might want to wax them but that's all! I see a lot of requests for netting or mesh in the ventilation, maybe the'll look into that in coming collections!
@@TedWeirum I actually meant the jacket you were wearing above your shirt 🙈
Great, then I will get this one instead of the keb. Might get a pair of goretex gaiters with that. Yes the mesh would be nice.
Ah! Sorry, my bad! That would be the Keb fleece, not sure if they still carry that specific model but you will find the updated version, it’s a great fleece!
What's that fleece?
Keb fleece!
Hej Ted! I like my regular Vidda Pro Trousers, so I think I will take a look at these ventilated ones.
What I would like to know is: Are you pronouncing all those swedish names for the Fjällräven products "swedish" or do you pronounce them like many of your english speaking viewers would do?
I hope you understand what I mean... :-) ATB André
Hey Andre! I pronounce it in Swedish most of the time I think at least! haven't thought about it! :)
Hello, I have a doubt about the long version of this model (ventilated M long). I'm 5'10'', do you think this model fits me or is for taller people? Thanks!
Hard for me to answer that one my friend, I hope you get to try them out in a store. Best of luck!
I’m 5’10” & the regular length fits perfectly 👍
Thanks for the input Richard!
Hey Ted,
Great review, thanks!
I'm definately going to buy a pair of Vidda Pro Ventilated but I have one quick question, if you wouldn't mind answering please.
On the original Vidda Pro's, the left leg had that cool ace pocket that opened up at the bottom too to accommodate the axe. It looks like that has now been removed to accommodate the ventilation part, is this true?
I thought that axe pocket on the Vidda Pros was one of the best features and so I would really hope it's on the Vidda Pro Ventilations too. I think it's been replaced by the ace loop at the top hanging off of the belt loops, if this is the case then wouldn't the axe swing around as you walked?
Kind regards and keep up the good work my man!
Sorry I made a typo...'ace pocket' should be 'axe pocket'!
You’re right! It’s been replaced with the loop, I don’t find it swinging around with my axe, maybe it depends on the size of the axe but for me it works fine. I got a fairly small axe. I hope you get a chance to try them out!
Thanks for the fast reply dude!
OK great I will buy them then. Yea I only have a small hatchet axe so it should be all good. I'm so excited to get them!
Thanks again!
Let me know how the feel once you get them brother, excited to hear your thoughts! :)
Semper Miles 🇸🇪👍🏻
: )
Do the NON-Ventilated models have "stretch" where you need it as well?
Not what I recall
I’ve been looking at these and also wear a 30” inseam. What size did you get? The small cuff looks ok actually. Great review.
Hey brother, this is a 48, it was a bit too big for me, I think the best way it to try them out in the store if you can!
Ted Weirum Unfortunately, I haven’t found any store that carries them. I might order two sizes and return the one that doesn’t fit. Thanks for the info!
HarvyDanger Films I’m a 30 inseam as well let me know which worked for ya 👍
@@TedWeirum sorry to reply to an old thread but this is super helpful. For some reason my VP Vent in a 46 fit similar/same as my 48 Keb.
Headed to Alaska soon for a combo hiking/exploring trip and think both are coming - just making sure I understand how they’re supposed to fit!
No worries friend! Sounds like an awesome adventure! I think you’re doing the right thing bringing both, as long as they both fit you and feel comfortable using I would mind what size it says even though I understand it’s confusing! :)
I just ordered a pair of the vented. Are they going to have mesh in the opening?
No mesh!
@@TedWeirum Ok. Thank you!
They made a good decision to not use that ankle system. I have a pair of the abisko trousers done like that, and I can't stand adjusting them. I very much prefer the buttons on my vidda pros.
Agreed brother!
I love the original viddas, these not so much. My first pair of original viddas lasted around 4 years before crotch failed (like it does in all pants for me ). The gusset is a good idea but the single layer if g-1000 on the butt as opposed to the double layer on the originals will definitely not last. Already showing friction lines from very light use. Only had a couple months so really unimpressed.
That’s an interesting point, I got a original pair recently as well and I agree with you there!
Somehow nobody mentions that pockets on the ventilated model are pretty useless. If you stick anything thicker than a mobile phone in any of the pockets, your movement will be severely restricted. The knife pocket is narrow. It is actually too narrow for most knives. You can fit like couple of models of Morakniv or smaller Fallkniven (like F1) with plastic sheath, but it's just about it. Don't get me wrong, material is nice, quality of the pants is superb, but these pants (at least the ventilated model) is for hikers only, not for bushcrafters.
I like your point of view, I think that the pockets should be more adjusted for bushcraft and camp life than for movement! Thanks for sharing brother!
@@TedWeirum happy to share my experience, so others can make an informed decision.
My point exactly brother! :)
Does anyone out there have these and the Vidda Pros? How do they compare?
I'm not a fan of the kebs, and would like something in between them and the originals, i'm just curious to how durable the zipper is, if you trudging through the bush, hauling wood, etc. And how far does the stretch fabric extend down?
Thanks for the review Ted, I appreciate it!
Thanks brother! The stretch goes down to the knees, it becomes narrower the lower you go! I’ve tried the originals and all I can say is that these are a solid update, the stretch and ventilation makes a huge difference! Having the same zipper on the kebs I haven’t ever had a problem with it, I doubt that you would too, It’s durable! Thanks for watching!
I have those straps on some abisko zip trousers and I cant stand them.
Glad I'm not the only one thinking like this!
my i asking what FLEECE you wear?i can;t find in web..can you give me the name or number?
Keb fleece:)
is not ABISKO TRAIL PULLOVER M coz is half zip..and is not ABISKO TRAIL FLEECE M..coz no hood..can you tell me?
@@TedWeirum BUT the Keb fleece is with hood...why you fleece don;t have?
I had to look away every time you handled that axe/hatchet. Mine can shave hairs and it's either sheathed or cutting wood. Any way, good review and great father/son time.
thanks for your input! :)
Your videos are bad for my wallet :O
Only get what you need brother, sell the things you don’t need! :)
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I enjoy your costar
Me too!
They are made in China. Woo they pay $6 to get them made and sell for $180. Lol great value.
How do you know?
China or Vietnam. They should manufacture in Europe, for example in Estonia or Lithuania.
Some products are made there!