Fjällräven Kajka review & thoughts!
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- This is an advanced backpack so there is many features to show and talk about, I really like this one but I think there is room for improvement in some areas!
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I owned this bag since 2013 myself. Its a insane good put together bag. And you really did a great review of the bag. !
thanks a lot! it's a really good bag! thank you for watching!
The fact that the zippers on the sidebags are on the backside is actually a big plus: when you put your pack in the tent with the raincover on, in the vestibule of a small one person tent, you can still reach stuff easily...i think they did this on purpose, for this reason...it never annoyed me in the slightest...but every backpacker has its own cross to bear, I guess ;)
Just like you say brother, we all use it differently! :)
You have some excellent gear. This is the third piece of gear I've seen and all three have been top notch. The information you passed on I found in site full and helpful, no one can ask for more than that! As always (seems to be getting redundant) excellent video. I'm looking forward to more from you. Cheers, Bibsoutdoors
Great review Ted! Ive had my kajka 65l for 3 years now, perfect for week long stuff (though i tend to do mostly weekends now, which the 65l is overkill)
The selling feature for me was the durability and the 'u' shape main compartment opening.
Agree, the opening is perfect, I wish they’d take that to more bags. I love the Keb backpack, it has a compartment on the back like a big outer pocket so I don’t know if something like a “u” shaped zipper would work there, nonetheless great feature! Thanks for watching!
Fantastic review! It’s really nice to see someone give informative information on a pack they have put to the test... thank you
Thanks Reno! :)
Hopefully picking this up soon for the Fjallraven Classic, Great review thanks.
Thanks for watching, enjoy the classic! :)
Very good and helpfull review Ted!
Thanks man, greetings from NL!
+Herm Schreurs thank you so much for watching Herm! More to come!
Good review, thank you. I bought mine today.
Hey! Nice! Best of luck with it! :)
That's a great looking pack. Very versatile, many adjustments for fit, lots of room for gear and well built. it doesn't even look like you have been using it for years. I would like to own a pack as nice as that. Keep up the good work and thanks for sharing.
thank you! and thanks for watching!
Great review! The bottom drying mesh leaves me scratching my head. How to use it and keep your sleeping bag or other item in the bag separated from the wet items. Also, I like the way the zippers for the side pockets are towards the front. That way you are putting the pack down on it's back without placing the harness on the ground for those items you want to get to quick. Really like my Kajka 75! Thanks for a great review. Fjällräven put a lot of thought into the design and the build quality is second to none!
The quality is next level! The harness at the bottom would be great to have but just only on the outside so you could still keep your sleeping bag inside like you mention, that’s a great idea! I’d rather have all the zippers in the same direction, I found myself turning the bag up and down to get to the gear, it’s a small detail and it’s simply down to what you prefer, thanks for your input!
You said: "...Also, I like the way the zippers for the side pockets are towards the front. That way you are putting the pack down on it's back without placing the harness on the ground for those items you want to get to quick. ..."
I agree. The big/main compartment is for the items you don't need during the day. The side pockets are used during the day (raingear, cooking equipment, food. And other personal favorites such as, but not limited to, photo/video equipment, etc.).
Having said this, I do agree, as said in the video, that the pack might be more versatile if the pack had detachable side pockets. Note: I do have a backpack with detachable side pockets. I also have the Kajka 85L.
Wim Ahlers Thanks for the input Wim, nice to get your point of view!
Thanks excellent video review, the gray color is perfect
Thanks! Yeah it’s great! Hope you’ll enjoy it! :)
That looks like a very well made backpack! If possible i wolud like to see some other reviews on your fjallraven gear like trousers (shorts and the long one) and jackets, please.
Very good review indeed man and keep up the good work!
LT95 it sure is! Thanks for watching!
Great review on a wonderful backpack, Ted! Your review and suggested improvements are spot on, too. Little things like Velcro fasteners for those long ass straps would really be helpful. Having that top lid capability (hang on the front snaps) is incredible for photographers. A nice feature also is being able to grab your water bottle without having to remove your pack. With a capacity of 85 liters one should be able to carry everything necessary for a winter load out.
Thank you! :) the bag has fasteners for the straps, but the velcro version would be better! There are two openings in the mesh pocket on the side, it’s not the easiest thing but you can get the bottle out, but if it’s laying down (easier to take out) it goes back and forth cause of the water inside it. Having standing up erases that problem but then it’s much harder to take out especially when you pack is full. Nice points you made! Thanks for watching brother!
Excellent review, objective and informative!
Thank you brother! :)
5:50, I read somewhere that the zipper is on that side because when you have the rain-cover on you can still reach the side pocket without taking the rain-cover off
sounds like it could be the case!
Awesome review! I can't believe you only have 175 subs, this is so professionally done, I've subbed straight away! I have the Kajka 75 and use it all the time. It's a fantastic bag, totally bulletproof materials and construction, super considerate features and functionality. The only real challenge with the bag is the weight, but since you can measure your full load out before heading out it's a manageable issue. Ultralighters might scoff a bit on this point, but if you want a bag that will last forever, is super comfortable, and can load and organize enough stuff to let you live out of it in the field for long excursions this is the only option. It also looks damn good :-)
+MT Fan thank you so much, it means a lot to me! I work hard at it! :) I just got started with TH-cam so hopefully there will be more subscribers coming! I get what you are saying about the weight, it is on the heavier side, however the carryingsystem makes the weight go away. Thanks a lot for watching, more videos to come friend!
Totally agree on the super comfortable chassis diminishing the weight! Best of luck growing your channel, I'm binge watching the lot tonight and will start spreading the word tomorrow :-). One last point, have you tried the new Abisko Friluft pack? I bought one in 45L and absolutely love it. It front loads like the Kajka but is pretty light and has a great airy webbed back panel which is great for hot humid locations. I use it for my 1-2 day outings and occasionally long day trips, bet you'd love it for the same.
+MT Fan I have actually looked at it several times, if I were to buy a new one today it would be that one. For no I have a kaipak 38l, it's good, but it's too small sometimes! I'll show it in a upcoming video! But the friluft seems really nice! Thanks so much for your help! I really appreciate it! If you need something from me you let me know ok! You'll find me on FB and Instagram as well!
might make you happy: he has 13800 subscribers 4 years after your remark: that it is sad he only had 175 subscribers... :)
Times move fast! :)
Thanks for this review.
My pleasure! :)
Thank you, good review!
Thanks brother!
just stumbled upon your channel, looks very good, looking forward to seeing it all. I use this pack for about 4 years now and fully agree with the points you made, I find the sidestraps awkward to use. I'm experimenting with another way of compressing the pack.
Thank you Rude, you are very welcome to the channel! How do you do it now? Thanks for watching! :)
I'm not sure someone has already said this, but the reason behind putting the zippers on the side pockets towards your back is actually pretty logical.
When you pause your hiking, most people place the bag with the should strap side up. This to not have to wet your back when picking it up again. With the pockets opened this way, you can easily access the side pockets when sitting on the bag. E.g. your cooking hardware or something to drink.
The Swedish military has a long history of doing this, and always placing any cooking hardware, drinks and food in the side pockets for this single reason. The people that designed these Fjällräven products most likely did mandatory military training in their youth, thus making this pocket placement totally logical. IMO it's the standard way of doing it. But then again, I might have been brainwashed by the military 😅 it is highly practical in any case.
very good input! appreciate it brother! :)
@@TedWeirum Another reason for the zipper pockets at the back is due to when you have the raincover on the backpack, because it provides easy access to both large side pockets while still leaving the raincover in place.
(Although I personally hate the bright blue colour of the Fjallraven rain covers and much prefer to use a green version or my large black Kata cover).
I like the look of this pack and at the moment it is on my shortlist for my winter pack choice along with the lundhags gnaur 75 which is quite similar. I think from observing your video, if the side pouch zips were on the rear side of the pack as opposed to being on the forward facing side it would make a weak point as the main pack compartment zip would then be almost side by side with it leaving no more than a thin strip of material between the two. Excellent review, my main concern was the packs weight but you put my mind at rest on that potential issue.
Great input! I think you’re right about the side pouches, it would be hard to have them front facing as well.
Thanks for watching!
Very good review, thx. Now I finally know what I have 😅👍
hahaha, nice! :)
My backpack of choice aswell! Nice review (Y)
+Jens Hallman thanks Jena! And thank you for watching! :)
Great review Ted! My fiancee and I have our bags for more than 3 years and We are very happy with this bag. Bali, Alps, Denmark, Czech and many many weekend trips this bag follow us. U are a very good ambassador and it is very expensive for me 😅 after watching your videos I bought keb pants, keb fleece, keb hard shell jacket... and the Tilly hat😅
haha, wow! I really hope your'e happy with everything you bought! :)
@@TedWeirum for sure! Keep doing your thing!
Grymt bra recension, köpte en likadan efter att blivit övertygad av dig ;)
Fortsätt med dina videos, du är riktigt duktig på detta! (Har sett dina andra också)
Stort tack Benny! Jobbar på nästa nu! :)
Good review, Thanks
Thanks for watching Peter!
Love this Review, just learned a few things I didn't know, and we are a Fjallraven retailer
Good times! Glad you enjoyed it brother!
Jag gillar att man kan ha topplocket som bröstficka, väldigt praktiskt och bekvämt när man har kikare eller kamera som man vill ha lättillgängliga
Bra film Ted!!!
Tack! Jag håller med, man borde ha den funktionen på fler väskor, väldigt behändigt! Tack för att du tittade!
Fantastic review mate! What a quality product!!!
Thank you brother!
Thank you !
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Good review, subbed :)
+Johan Olsson thank you! Glad you liked it,
More to come!
Love love
I have the smaller 65L Fjällräven Abisko, even if it is smaller, it still weigh lots and with all essential winter gear i managed to fill it 50% which leaves lots of room for food.
I've used it a bit over the last 1.5 years and while it's nice and feature rich, like yours it's also a bit heavy. At first i didn't know how to fit it to my back and adjust it so it was more of a burden than a helper. But then i watched the official videos and things got much better.
The side openings are great for quick access to the entire bag, reminds me of the M90 backpack. Didn't even realise that the top was detachable(!), i keep TP there, which incidently makes it a great pillow :o)
The pouches up front, while i agree that stretchable pockets are good, i prefer to keep a compass in the left (covered) pocket as well as other things that are sensible to the elements.
Like others have said, good review.
Thank you for your comment and for watching! The bag takes a bit getting used to but once u got it it’s great! :)
A year ago I contacted Fjällräven regarding the zippers on the sidepockets ....and I did it again yesterday. It makes no sense (to me) that the zippers is only on the backside of the pockets and I explained why. Besides that....it's a fantastic backpack and I have it in both 75 and 85 L 😊
Great review 💪👍🙂
Thanks Dennis! I’m really looking forward to future backpacks and those designs! :)
It's because of when the raincover is applied you can still reach into your sidepockets :)
Could be one reason!
I have now bought a mavic. As you recommended
Nice! let me know what you think about it! :)
Special thanks to the camera crew! Lighting is superb!
:)
Thanks for the review, i like the video! I have one question tho; would you recommend to buy a big seize like 85L since you can make the pack smaller with that aluminum pole? Greets from NL
It depends, I need to know more, what is your plan with it? What kind of trips/adventures? How many days? Cold/warm?
WoW, you reply fast! That’s nice :) well, I am into bushcraft and I like hiking and camping in Norway a lot. Sweden is on my list for next summer. I currently use a Lowe alpine army 60L backpack. And I want to step my game up. I am doubting between buying a fjallraven kajka 65, 75 and 85L I always think 85 is way too big. But if you can kind of Shrink it down with that aluminum pole you’ve mentioned, then maybe it’s better for me to buy a larger capacity. Such as 85L.
I think I won’t use that amount of space a lot. But maybe it’s nice to have as an extra. For example to carry wool blankets or a portable wood stove.. I was just wondering what your thoughts are about this question. And again thanks for your quick reply.
Btw. I am 1,95 meters tall and plan to use the pack all year round for different bushcrafting and camping trips.
No worries mate! I would go with the 75 L, as you say you can shrink it down a lot but with that you can also expand it, there’s plenty of room on the sides but also at the top and at the bottomed the bag. Since in most cases you won’t pack it full I’d go with the bit smaller one and then store gear that I need for bigger adventure between the top lid and the pack itself, hope that makes sense and answers your question! Good luck on your adventures brother!
Ted Weirum thanks a lot! And see you in Sweden haha 👌👍
hey man! thanks for the great review! Ima get this backpack definitely. :) May I ask how tall you are? Because the backpack didn't seem to be this big of a size on your back. Greetz from Germany and a subscribe!
Thanks brother! I’m 181 cm talk! Let me know what you think about it if you do buy it! Thanks for subscribing! :)
Oh. Well I already had the 75l model on my back but unfortunately not this one .. But the 75l seemed to be a little bit to small for me, but still comfy! .. so I got the bigger edition for my 198cm long ass body LOL. But it was a great price and I'm excited for the package! You'll get my answer as soon as he arrives. And you're welcome. You're doing a good job. :-)
Thanks man! Good luck with it! awaiting your thoughts! :)
Love your fro bro!
Arber Baqaj I think this is the second comment about my hair! Maybe I should quit it all and just film the hair! :)
hi Ted, I found out for myself that the zippers on the side pockets are great when you take a break. you can sit on the backpack and access the large pockets without moving the backpack. I stow everything I need for a break in the sides, sit on the backpack and can get everything I need without having to move the backpack or turn it around. keep it up I like your videos very much.
Hey Jens! Sounds like it could work, how would you do it when it’s raining?
when it rains, you can reach the side pockets without removing the rain cover, get the necessary items out so that your main compartment with clothes etc. is protected most of the time. it has always worked quite well for me in the past🤙🏼😊
That’s awesome, I’ll see if I can try it in the future:)
Tq...great info...
Anytime brother!
It's funny with the mesh compartment at the bottom. First I thought "Cool! Great feature" But now, after some usage, for me it's unnecessary. Despite of that, it's a amazing and superior backpack. 🥰
Feel the same! :)
Really cool Review man looking for that like Ages , How tall are you may I ask and whats your weight ?
Hey Tommy and thank you! I’m 181 cm and I weigh around 75 kgs! Hope that helps! Check out my latest video on the Keb 52, it’s a great alternative to this one and it comes in a 72 L version too!
Good review Ted. I think they made the zippers for the two side compartments zipped towards the back, because one could store mits and other heavy duty big gear, like a down jacket, for snowy conditions, without having to lay the pack down on the shoulderstrap side, as those and the back of the pack towards you as carrier, would get wet. Just my observation.
I would prefer it to have a vertical lifting handle in the middle of the front panel, as there is no compartment there anyway, so aid putting the pack on, moving it, etc.
Finally, personally, I would like to have a velcro patch on the upper part of the front panel, for nametag, flag etc. to be able to quickly remove it if need be, as I've experienced it in some particular areas. Sometimes it's nice to have, sometimes not.
I'd also like to have a couple of elastic straps on the shoulder straps to hold a pair of sunglasses or a bear spray, small utility knife etc. Since it's a big pack and it's probably going to be somewhat heavy, it would be nice to have some easy access to those items, and not to have to take off the pack.
All those flapping straps can be rolled up once adjusted and then have a rubberband around them. Or Fjällräven could stitch on a couple of velcrostraps to tie in the rolled slack of straps. That would solve the problem of flying straps in windy conditions and also make it less prone to catch something when walking in bushed areas or similar.
Thanks for your review. Good to hear from someone who used it for a longer time, rather than just a few hours.
Kind regards,
Jacques
Hey bro! Thanks for your input! Some of the things you mention I think the pack has, there’s at least two different versions of it so I don’t know if you might have gotten the other version!
@@TedWeirum And btw. you can detatch the wooden frame parts, and make it a bit different, and even if you break one (they don't), you can take out one of the metal rods you showed and insert that ;) Also, you can take some of the foam and clean it up, if it has become very dirty and full of grit, say for example after a trip in Sinai desert.
I think you forgot to mention that there is also a small semi hidden nametag on the side towards your back.
Loaded up, I also use the top strap for a long rope, if need be.
I think the best feature is the ability to adjust the shoulder width, so when I am wearing multiple layers of clothing in a cold environment, I adjust the shoulder straps one step outwards and when wearing a tshirt in hot weather, I adjust them inwards to the center, so I carry the pack better and it doesn't irritate ny throat/neck/shoulder. An exceptional feature in my humble view, and probably the best of the Kajka pack. I've been using mine now for over a year, and I found out that I can criss cross the side straps to secure loads better.
What I found that I don't like, is the angle of the front loading of the two mesh side pockets, combined with the elastic cord. This way I dented my thin stainless waterbottle, so I took the elastic string out and inserted a piece of black paracord and it works way better. It's also good for a think jacket, which is light, so you don't feel any heavy weight on one side. I've found the 65Liter to be big enough to carry what I need for longer travel, as well as big enough for stuffed out trips with or without my old Fjällräven shape r/s2 tent etc.
Mine is black as yours and I don't find it to be particularely warmer in hot sun, neither when the top lid is used for a mini solar panel. I also found my two ice axes to fit better when using the lower loops and the upper side straps, rather than the upper loops for that. I like that the middle of the front panel is not taken by a bulgy pocket as some of their other packs are, as I can use that for fastening show shoes etc. and still keep the weight close to my back. I also use the 38Liter Bergtagen and that is really good.
Great backpack!
Cheers,
Jacques
Awesome feedback brother, thanks for covering the points I missed in the video! I hope I can do a review of it again soon!
Is this the 85L? What do u think about the weight of the backpack? Iv’e heard is queit heavy. Does this affect you? Thinking about getting the 75L. Great review by the way👍👍
Free soul they come in pretty heavy yes but the carrying system makes the weight go away. I’d check out the Keb 72 backpack if I where you, it’s a great pack!
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coolest!
Thanks!
Thanks for this awesome review!
Is the Material Cordura?
I want to buy the Kajka100 or the Tasmanian Tiger Range Pack, but I don't know, which is the better one.... but I am a Fjällräven Fan, so i like a little bit more the Kajka....
Thanks and good time.
Greetings from Austria
+Markus P the material is called G1000, then there's different types of the G1000, the one in Kajka is called G1000 heavy duty I believe! It's a good bag, what makes you wanna buy the 100l model?
TedWeirum
Thanks for the fast answer.
Sorry my English is not very good.
Ok is this G1000?
I know G1000 and I love it, but G1000 hast I think always Cotton in it.
This has only Polyester and Vinylal and called 600D.
My thinking, that is Cordura or such... but I am not sure, I know only the G1000 on clothes and that is amazing!
Why I want buy the 100L Version?
I had now the 85L Northland and it is too small for me.
I go often Mountain tours with my dogs and then I need a little bit more volume.
That is the reason, why I think the 100L is ideal for me.
And if I need less, I don't fill the sidebags 😎, so it is not so great/big of his look 😂😂😂
+Markus P no worries ! I had the 85l model of the kajka and I can tell you that it's big. But I understand that you might wanna have some more room if you have your dogs with you! It's like you say, you don't have to fill up the sides unless you really need to! Thanks for watching btw! I might swing by Austria soon! You should write me on FB and tell me more about the best places to hike in Austria!
TedWeirum
Good Morning,
Oh, ok, theo i am looking For this Model an i will See, if He is greater than my 85L.
I think Fjällräven Kajka does not look so Military as The Tasmanian Tiger do, and that is what it is better For me.
But The Molle System from The Tasmanian is genial.... 😅😂😂😂
It is hard To decide 🙈
I Write you on FB 🤗😉
Sorry, Auto correction: theo->then
Grym review! Kan du göra en för dina brallor också? Vill veta vad du tycker. Tack för bra inslag. Mera! :)
Tack! Ja, brallorna är faktiskt näst på listan! vilka byxor har du själv idag?
nästa review kommer bli byxorna! :) vad har du för erfarenhet av Haglöfs annars? jag har själv 0 erfarenhet så det hade varit intressant att höra din åsikt!
TedWeirum Jag har nästan uteslutande Haglöfsprodukter (jag har allt från dom) men har börjat snegla på fjällräven. De nya produkterna som har börjat komma från Haglöfs känns mindre och mindre som gjorda för riktigt friluftsliv. Men de produkter jag har är fortfarande världsklass. Sovsäckarna och skaljackorna är enligt min mening de bästa som finns på marknaden.
Dina videor är fantastiska. Fortsätt med dom. :)
Thanks for a great review, what color has that Kajka?
Thanks for watching, this would be just regular black! :)
I think the idea behind the opening for the sidepockets is done that way so when using the sidepocket you take of the backpack and lay it on the front in order to keep the harness of the ground (i.e. in wet/muddy conditions). As i see it you use the sidepockets for items you need easy access to during the day and the main compartment is when you reach your camp site. I own a Kajka 85 liter and is quite happy with it. There is some things that should be improved if they decide to make a new version like the mesh pocket on the hipbelt should be either solid fabric on both sides or some kind of elastic material. This is a heavy duty backpack and is not for every one, but if you hike in wooded and rocky terrain the durability of this pack is excellent
Thanks for watching! this truly is a great pack, it all comes down to what we prefer as individuals. if the pack would have detachable side-pockets you could make it really adaptable. thanks for your comment!
thanks for watching! it's a great pack! I think that if the side pockets would be detachable the pack would be so much more versatile, but it all comes down to personal preference! thanks for your comment!
I traveled this bag for a whole year and continued using it for buscrafting many many times! This feature never bothered me prety much everything about it is perfect i realy build a relationship with it. Love it
Glad to hear that! It’s a great bag! Thanks for watching!
You are spot on! Functionality is unfortunately a highly underrated art form. The side pocket openings etc are very well thought out concept, heavily used by military for efficient short breaks. You just drop the bag and sit on the backpack with harness up. From this position you have access to everything you need for short breaks. 1) Warm jacket is kept under the floating top. 2) All your snacks are in the top lid. 3) Your PET water bottle is in the right side pocket. 4) Your thermos is in your left side pocket.
So everything you need for short break is reachable from sitting position and you are not supposed to reach for the front side until it is lunch time or you stop for the night. This way you can easily vent your feet and snack-up in the 10 minutes given for short breaks according to military standards. That Fjällräven has built its name on functionality rather than features comes as no surprise since the founder was paratrooper.
Also it is worth mentioning that Fjällrävens (and Norröna) are among the few backpack makers that understand the purpose of the load-lifters and are making backpacks that are long enough in the torso for the load-lifters to operate properly.
The only area where this backpack doesn't meet expectations according to me (as so many others) are the lack of consideration for the sleeping pad that almost all users will have. A great option would be to have free floating nylon straps from bottom of bag to top lid. This way a folded sleeping pad could easily be attached on the front of the backpack. It has so many advantages:
1) 2 meter sleeping pad folded in 4 give 50 cm instead of pad width of 60 cm. If turned correctly this reduce pack width with 10 cm and make the whole pack smother in tight vegetation.
2) Folded sleeping pad protect zipper and whole front from both rain and ground moist and dirt.
3) Folded sleeping pad will not misbehave as rolled does when you try to place it in tent.
4) If any of the front zippers cave folded sleeping pad will help hold it together.
5) Folded sleeping pad help to steady the backpack when you put it down or sit on it.
The Fjällräven idee to roll the sleeping pad inside the backpack (as adviced in one of their videos) does not seem functional to me since it consumes much valuable load space. Particularly winter time. It also force you to empty the backpack completely every time you want to have a 15 minutes gaze in the sun. Does not seem practical at all.
Just my thoughts.
How is it with the dark colour? The backpack I have at the moment is dark green but it's too big for me, I just don't have enough things to fill it, so I'm looking to buy a smaller one. I've always stayed away from black bags in fear of it getting really hot in the sun and radiating that heat to my back. Has this been an issue for you? I've also heard, that because black absorbs sunlight so well it helps the bag to dry faster.
Hey! If you’re looking into getting a smaller bag I’d have a look at the Keb 52 or 72, really great bags, I’m so happy with mine! I made a video about it here on the channel! I was never concerned with the bag being too hot, if it’s raining outside I put on the rain cover so I don’t worry about the bag getting wet either! Thanks for watching!
Does it comes with hydration port? If not where do you slip it through? Thanks
Yeah, it does! It goes through the top corners of the bag and then you pull the tube through and hook it up on the right shoulder strap I believe!
Have you try kajka 55L....
Hi Ted! One question: what is the minimum to fill the 85l bag in order to still have it comfortable to wear? do the 85L work well with only a 70-75 l use? is it possible to cinch down the side pockets and in that way use less of the bags full capacity, while still being comfortable to wear? well sorry, this is actually three questions addressing the same issue ;) Thanks for the channel and especially thanks for the Skogsö review the other day, that is a great jacket, I have had mine for 5-6 years :) All the best from Iceland.
Hey brother!
There’s tons of straps on this bag to compress it in every direction, with that said you’d still need a minimum like you mention. I would say that around half full will be the minimum.
Still, the bag has a great carrying system and it will be comfortable even if it isn’t fully loaded!
@TedWeirum Many thanks for quick and very helpful reply :)
@janakselharderklitgaard1216 anytime brother!
Nice
Thanks Geoffrey! :)
@TedWeirum Thx for the video, forgot how to use the top as a small sperate bag :D
I have the 75L version and I love it (totally agree with you with the side bags opening on the "wrong" side). In your other video i saw that you have the Hilleberg Allak (at least it looks like one in the "whats in the camper van"-Video).
How well does it fit into the 85L version?
When the Allak is in my 75L Kajka it uses sooo much space....does it make any sense to upgrade to 85L? (or probably wait for an improved version in a few years?)
Thanks! I have the staika tent, they do look kind of the same though! I put the tent in the low separate compartment and it fits good there, I don’t use the bag you get when you buy the tent, I use a waterproof compression sack to shrink it down, it works great! I would wait with buying a new one! Good luck friend!
How does this pack compare to the 70L Osprey and Gregory backpacks?
Hey Jakob, that’s a great question, I have limited knowledge of those bags, the only thing I can say about osprey is that they got great carrying systems but I also think that they got a lot of bells and whistles that isn’t necessary, the quality, simplicity and environmental action behind Fjällrävens products is hard to compare with, thanks for watching!
Solid stuff! I can also vouch for the Fjallraven Kaipak 58 pack, for anyone looking for a slightly smaller, simpler, but also tough and trusty companion.
yeah, it really is! I had it with me now on my latest trip to the mountains, at first I thought that it would be too small but once I was on the trail it was perfect! thanks for watching!
just realized that I didn't tell u that I own a kaipak! haha, I have the 38 L one, it's small but yet big enough!
@aroughsea, can describe what the difference is in the hip belt (if any) between the kajka and kaipak 58? The kajka has such a "wrapping" feel as it extends more around my waist, but I'm not sure the kaipak 58 accomplishes the same thing... thanks!
A great review. I’m keen on getting this, however I’m not the tallest. do you think that the support really fits a wide range of heights?
Thank you! Yes I do, it’s really adaptable, if you have the option go to a store where they sell it and try it out, how tall are you? Maybe a smaller size would be a good option?
TedWeirum I’m 177cm, my chest is a 112cm so I like the idea of adapting the shoulder straps. Unfortunately not available in NZ, but I have other packs from Fjallraven and trust their quality
Ok! I’m 181 cm so I think you will be fine! :) go for it!
TedWeirum thanks, and keep up the good work. When the lid is attached to the chest straps, do you think that the top opening of the pack may suffer from leaks?
No, it’ll be fine!
Hey @ted! How does this pack compare to the KEB line backpacks? I have a hard time to get a glimpse of the pros and cons....
Hope you get a chance to see the video I made about the Keb backpack, it’s on the channel! I really love the Keb backpack, the slimmer profile makes all the difference, it’s such a well thought out pack, but it all boils down to YOUR user needs, so please tell me more about the adventures your planning on doing? :)
@@TedWeirum thx for your superfast reply Ted! :) I'm wondering which of thoses lines better complements my "overall lifestyle", which is a mixture of outdoor activities and business trips. To give you an example: We are heading to Kamtschatka (hiking) in a few weeks, where we'll always be out for camping for +/-4 nights in a row. On the other hand, I'm often staying in hotels for business reasons and I think that especially the kajka line with jts u-shaped front access would even be able to replace my hardcase trolley. Not sure about the Keb here - what do you think? BTW: I'm comparing the Keb 72 with the Kajka 75!
Makossa no worries mate! Sounds like an awesome lifestyle! :) the U shape opening of the kajka is great, looking at the full picture I’d still recommend the Keb option, there’s plenty of space, you’re able to open but from the side, I know it’s not the same as the kajka but it’s definitely not a dealbreaker. If you have the possibility to go to a store and try them out for yourself I’d do that. Either way I think you’ll be happy!
@@TedWeirum thx so much Ted! I really appreciate your feedback! Keep up the great work! :)
Des is e super Rucksack!
Sure is!! :)
Hi, I'm just wondering how tall you are?
I'm also using 65L Kajka. I'm now buying one for my boyfriend and I'm not sure about the sizes. I'm looking for the 85L one but I don't know if it's too big for hiking. He's around 180 cm tall. Thanks
hi! thanks for watching! I'm also 180, 181 to be precise, it all depends on what type of hiking you guys plan on doing, if you are going for longer trips and plan to carry a lot of things then sure the 85 is a good choice. I never "ran out of space" when I used mine, I think that he could go for a smaller one as well unless you are doing really long expeditions! :) hope that answers your question!
Hi Ted, I was wondering upgrading my volume storage with the Kajka (got right now the Osprey Atmos 65 AG). I’m considering the 100L version instead of the 85L.
My 65L pack was really packed when I went in Lapland and couldn’t fit as much food I wanted.
How many days can you pack in your 85L? (Solo tent camping in winter condition).
PS: I know I can PM you but I thought maybe it would be useful for others
Great thought, I think the 85 will be enough, if used right you can store so much things, for me the 85 even became too big for some stuff. I hope you get a chance to try it out for yourself. Thanks for your comment!
I have the 65l and its huge, probably pack for a week if i think it out carefully (of course depends on your gear)
I believe the 65l is references the main compartment (fact check that though), but with the extra baffles on the side, plus the expanding top, i think its closer to 85+ and lots of options for adding to the sides/top/bottom
Zack fair enough :) one week you can pack but I was more thinking 2,5 week with camera gears on winter camping. I managed with 65L overflowing but I drastically cut into my daily calories count.
@@GuillaumeHullin ah yea, id imagine the 85l Kajka would be better, and its really easy to sinch up the sides and compress it so it isn't swinging. Better to big and well prepare then too small and leaving out any necessities like food and warmth
(I've never done any trips for that long though, so take my advice for what its worth)
Zack yep precisely ;)
Awsome review man. Im from Danmark :) Im considering the 75 or 85L, think the 100L will be a bit big for me, but cant decide :) i am 179cm. How tall are you?
Thanks man! I’m 181cm and I got the 85L in the video, it’s a big one, I think you would do just fine with a 75L as well, it’s so adaptable and expandable so you’ll be able to fit your whole life there! Good luck brother!
Hello again Ted, I’m really lost with the choice... I’m looking for something versatile, to use in a week hike and why not in something more fast or going each two days to a town in the mountains to buy some food and continue the hike... I’m not sure to buy the Keb52, Kajka 65 or Kajka 75. I wanted to bring my tent sleeping bag and others,...Can you help me please? the only think that I know for sure is that I’m not going in the middle of the winter. Would be nice to go to sweden, norway, Pirineos etc but In spring, autumn (maybe) and for sure in summer. Thanks a lot Ted!
Keb 72. Done. It’s the best option for you. You’ll definitely have roommand versatility for all the things you’d want to do with it!
I understand. I’m 1,75 and my weight is 60- aprox... hahaha Maybe 72l is too much that’s why I was thinking in kajka65...but maybe is not too much different than keb52. Maybe the best option is go to the shop directly and try. Anyway your opinion is pretty important for me hahaha thanks a lot
Cristian Sánchez Sánchez ok, yeah definitely go to the shop and try it! I’m more than fine with my Keb 52 for multi day adventures and I think you will be too, the reason I mentioned the Keb 72 is just for you to be sure that you’d fit everything that you need. Between Keb and kajka I would go with the Keb!
What type of water reservoir do you recommend? What brand because I have had some really shitty ones that have leaked with almost no wear and tear.
I tend not to use them actually for the same reasons as you mentioned and also I never really needed that much water, I find it better to filtrate or boil the water you need and I keep that in a bottle outside the pack. But I have one and it’s from Platypus, I never had a problem with it!
BeFree water systems are great and inexpensive. I believe I paid $75 for the 3L.
What top layer are you wearing here? Seems like a nice mid layer
What part of the video?
Hej Ted! Could you drop some backpack advice to a newcomer? Planning to do fjallraven classic Sweden this August in like 4 days thus looking for a good backpack. I'm 176cm/65kg and recently tried out kajka 75l in store which looks to sit perfectly. This is going to be my first serious 3season backpack (got enough of Russian winter, need some sun and less snow :D). Would you recommend to go up to 85l model? I feel that weight increase is negligible. Do you pack it to the max when doing 1 week long treks?
Also good question to cover: do you protect your backpack somehow when you need to take a flight and check it in?
I did exactly that but in three days (no pressure ;) ) on my trip I went with the 85L but I think you’d be just fine with the 75L, there’s plenty of room, of course it depends on the size of your tent and so on!
I haven’t flown with this bag, the material is strong but it could be a good idea to protect it!
About packing it to the max, depends on time of year and food, but I’ve rarely packed it to the max!
Good luck friend!
Wohoo, fast answers! Haha, I see your point :D just going to Croatia right after FC so I have 1 spare day if we start on Sun, wanna make more good photos/videos :) I guess I'm going with 75l then since I found it with 100eur discount. Thanks for the answer, really appreciate it!
No problem friend! I’m actually going down to Croatia and Greece next week! :)
I wish you guys great fun there :) Cheers!
Thanks brother, where can I follow your journey?
l need a larger backpack. Would you still recommend this guy or you've moved onto another pack? Thanks for the video!
I’m currently dating the keb 52/72 great model! ;)
@@TedWeirum 😅 We'll have a look at it then. Thanks for the quick reply! 💪
No worries mate! :)
Hi Ted! Do you find the openings for the side pockets to be too narrow when the main compartement room is full?
Hey, yeah I do! It’s a great point that I didn’t mention in the video!
Thanks! Hoping Fjallraven will update the Kajka with independent side pockets and daisy-chain on the front but I’m not very hopefull…
Google. :)
Great video... What do you think about the wear and tear after all these years?
I only had it for a couple of years but my experience is that it’s almost indestructible:)
@@TedWeirum appreciate the feedback..
anytime Mark!
Nice hike shoes.
+astaglenda thanks!
Just ordered my 75L, have you tried out both the rain cover and the flight bag? Would the flight bag suffice?
Afraid not, just the rain cover so far! Is your plan use the flight bag as a rain cover or what do you mean?
@@TedWeirum Yup I'd like to use it for travel and rain protection, though I'm not sure how well it would protect from rain
@Max-nu6dx got it, honestly I don’t think it’s made for the rain, but if you by the backpack brand new the rain cover is included! :) otherwise it’s on the website to buy!
@@TedWeirum Oh awesome, didn‘t know it came with the rain cover, I just received the backpack! Thanks for your answers!😁
@Max-nu6dx anytime brother! Let me know what you think about it later down the road!
you answer Some of Your critics yourself: if you pack Your tent or sleeping bag in the lower compartiment and they need Some drying you can use the net to close the lower part.
sorry for the late reply Roger, I never pack the tent in the bottom, for me it's better to have it up top, but I get your point! :)
I ordered the 100L version. Hopefully it's not too big.... I'm 6'5 myself so I guess it won't look weird.
I think you’ll be fine! It’s very adaptable so you can compress it down pretty good! Good luck man! :)
@@TedWeirum Thanks a lot for your reply! I appreciate it:)
Hey man, no worries! Thanks for your comment! Let me know how it goes ok? :) hope you’ll like it!
Was it too big? :D
I wondering too! :)
glorious hair is glorious
hahaha, thanks! ill take that in to consideration in the coming videos! maybe a separate video/review about the hair?
Bra ryggsäck men på tok för tung tyvärr. Älskar fjällrävens vandringskläder men sålde min Kajka och köpte en Hyperlite Mountain Gear. Kommer aldrig kunna gå tillbaka till denna gamla sortens säckar igen.
Hej Oscar! Materialet i säcken gör att den väger mer, den är byggd för att hålla, samtidigt har du ett gediget bärsystem med anpassningsbar passform som gör att man bär säcken på rätt sätt. För mig är Kajkan byggd för det extrema äventyret, där man måste lita på sin utrustning. Du får gärna berätta mer om säcken du köpte och varför! Tack för att du tittade!
Ted Weirum ja den är tålig men den är onödigt tung IMO. HMG gör säckar av DCF, lättare och slittåligare än kevlar som också är vattentäta och helt vattenavvisande (dvs absorberar inte). De används ofta av bergsklättrare och diverse extremsportare. Typ en tusing dyrare än Fjällräven men värt det. Menar inte att Kajka är dålig, gillade min, men på detta område av materialutveckling hänger tyvärr inte Fjällräven med. Enda nackdelen med HMG är att du inte kan ändra rygglängd, men köper man rätt storlek så är det inget problem såvida man inte ska låna ut den till någon kortare/längre än en själv. Googla Hyperlite Southwest review så dyker det upp massor av läsning om du vill förkovra dig mer. Allt gott /Oscar
Tack Oscar! Ska titta på en sådan säck! :)
Ammmm ..... ìf your tent was wet and a ground sheet and your camp shoes and some clothes wouldn't that mesh on the bottom be great??? Where would you put your sleeping bag??? I wonder??? Maybe inside the pack ...
What do you mean?
Totally agree on the ventilation mesh option on the bottom...unpractical, ineffective and a useless add of weight (however little)...many of the straps on the bag are way too long for my purpose (and I guess, 99 percent of people who use this bag)...too many gimmicks...I like the basics of the pack a lot and the carrying system is worldclass...
Agreed again! :)
Choosing between keb 72 and kajka 65? What to pick?
Depends on what you’re gonna do, generally speaking I prefer the keb.
Nu gör du det svårt. :)@@TedWeirum
Kör keb då! :)
Weight or just overall functionality? Would say my needs are luxury weekenders (able to pack comfortable stuff not very UL) and maybe a couple of day hikes. No extreme stuff.@@TedWeirum
Keb 72 all the way! :)
Hi, great video, can you tell me the name of your jacket?, regards
+Polaroid Antofagasta it's called keb fleece i think, you'll see it on their website! This one has a good!
Velcro for the front compartment is a no for me. It will wear out over time and pretty much make the backpack useless. I expected better from a brand like Fjallraven.
I get what you mean but there’s actually not that much stress on the Velcro there since the zippers go all the way up
I have that same kajka backpack for over 3 years now, and recently it started making a lot of noise. A crackling of a sorts. Do you have any idea what to do about it? Thanks in advance
Hey! What kind of frame do you have? Wood or aluminum?
@@TedWeirum its a wooden frame
Ok, try removing it and see it the bag makes the same sound still, that’s all I can think of for now, try that and let me know how it goes
9:30 wow! where is that?
Trolltunga in Norway! I made a video about it! :)
Fjallraven makes veeryyyyy nice looking products but in my opinion their prices are just way to high for what you get. Their waterproof gear costs 50% more then other gore-tex products and the specs are worse. Their packs are good but dont come even close to what Osprey offers for 50% less costs. And if you think .. okay then they'll give outstanding warranty as they stand behind their product? No, just a 2 year warranty on their packs as Lowe Alpine and Osprey dont put a time limit on it and simply say that they take each case seperate as some users use their packs more often then others. Basically you're just buying the brand and not their technology :/
I get what you mean Nathanael, I think the biggest difference between fjällräven and other brands is their environmental perspective, sure, it will cause the product to cost more, sure you won’t immediately see the results of what you are paying for but in the long run this is what we all need to do if we wanna have anywhere to use these products, so far we only have one planet and we are abusing it because of... well money.. we are destroying the very thing we love. But if we can incorporate an environmental thought to preserve the planet we love we can take better care of it and lead the way for future generations.
That’s why it’s worth it every time.
Thanks for your comment and thanks for watching brother, take care!
Def true !! But then there are brands like Ayacucho or Patagonia that do the same with a smaller price tag :) I think that promoting nature friendly options could come in a variety of ideas and forms :) A good and honest review though !! (I like it when people speak up their mind and dont just praise it because of the brand only which many youtubers do :o ) Thank you !
Agreed! I’ve been looking into getting some stuff from Patagonia, do you have any experience from them? Thank you! :)
a man can use a 55l kajka that is for women a?
Sure!
2024年了，你还在使用这个背包吗？感觉怎么样？
We’ll see if I get my hands on one!
What kind of fjällräven trouser is that?
Keb gaiter trousers, the video is here: th-cam.com/video/ngz_Fcv1qGo/w-d-xo.html
:)
Thank you. Already seen that review! Overlooked it at first :-)
No worries! :)
BTW - I love the review! It's awesome to see gear which is used pretty heavily. Most reviews are straight out of the box - Don't like it.
Thanks for noticing that! It of course takes a lot more time to do it like this but i really get the feel for the products I use! :)
got the 100l, yours looks kinda small
I hope you enjoy yours! :)
I thought the pronounciation is [ka-zu-ka]. Every people in here(south korea) pronounciate like that :-)
Nope! It’s kai-ka :) thanks for watching!