This review really helped me feel more comfortable carrying my Kanken as an every day bag. I got self conscious of what people would think carrying a larger bag and seeing someone else say that they use it as an every day bag has really helped my overthinking brain. I'm switching over to that bag today!
Awesome! Thanks so much for the nice feedback. I still use it for my everyday bag, it’s just so useful, comfortable, and classic! Hope you enjoy using yours :)
How in the world did you get a thumbs down? You seriously have the best review for this backpack out of all TH-cam. You not only showed me how this bag would look on a grown adult but you answered my million dollar question. Will the mini backpack look stupid on me? The answer was yes! I ordered the original backpack this past weekend and tried to cancel my order but I was too late. I simply wanted this backpack to use it as a purse and was fearful of it being too big. My fear is gone, Thank you, Ellen!
Thank you so much for putting the bag ON! I've been worried the classic might feel too big as an everyday bag so it's nice to see the size comparison with the bags on.
Interesting point about the darker colors showing a light film? I like Graphite best but prefer leather straps so I’m also looking into Super Grey or Dusk. Trying to find video comparisons! And to anyone reading, no the larger backpack isn’t too big or weird to carry around daily. I’m super short and everyone wears them up in the PNW! Backpacks are the way to go.
I have been using a backpack daily. Esp with the kids, sports, and summer here. Totally cute that he wanted to match ❤️ My littles Sometimes pack their own bags and it’s nice. Thanks for sharing.
That’s awesome! And yes, I should have added a whole point about how convenient it is as a mom to toss little kid gear in there too when we’re out and about!
Omg, your video absolutely inspiring me to decide, been so confused which colour will fit better because they have so many colours,same about the size and this colour definitely fit to every occasion, especially the classic size😍😍😍 can't wait to receive the bag soon🥰🥰🥰
I’ve been debating now between the mini and classic bag 🤔 the mini is cute, I’m worried that the classic will look too big? I’m 5’5. But I do have other mini backpacks I can switch back and forth if I need to. The classic doesn’t look huge which I like! I’m glad to see someone else carrying a classic as an everyday bag
This was the perfect review, but I need help deciding on which size to get, I'm leaning towards the mini because I only ever carry around a hydro flask, a pen, my AirPods, and some other things so i cant decide on which to get! please help!
They are both great! If you know you don’t carry much, then the mini would be perfect. My son stopped using his, so I now use both lol. If I need to carry more or am going on a trip, I use the big one. My daily quick errand purse is the mini. I’d say if you’re leaning mini, then go mini!
Thanks for talking about the straps and how far up it sits I was debating on getting it but I'm a little taller and wider and I don't need it looking like I'm wearing a 5 year old's bag lmao.
Is the “fog” color more of a cool/blue grey, or a warm/yellow grey? I think this is the color I want, but it seems to change on video, I just can’t tell. 🤔
Great video! I’ve been wanting one for awhile but my big hold up is picking the size! Would you be able to fit your phone in the outside zipper pocket of the mini, or is it too small?
I don’t know if you’ve already purchased or looked into it, I have the classic and my 15.6in laptop is almost too big. I think they have a larger laptop backpack, I believe.
Great review, thank you! I have been looking to get the mini to use as a purse. Do the regular strap pads fit on the mini? Or no because the snaps would be off? I am wondering which pads I should get because in some reviews I heard that the mini strap pads felt too small on the mini (for an adult anyway). Thank you!! :)
Hi, so sorry for the delay, I checked straps that day but forgot to write back! When I tried to put the regular strap on the mini there was no snap at the top of the mini to attach it to. So it just slid down :/
Ellen V.S. Thank you for checking and for your response! 🙏 I ended up getting the mini and so far have found I do fine without the pads. Thanks again! ☺️
Hi! Sorry for the delay. I like the big one year round, but I also carry water with me, and have kids. Either works, just depends how much you tend to bring out and about with you :)
Thanks for the review! Do you feel like the material grabs onto lint/fur? I've been eyeing the classic for a while but I have 2 kitties who are obsessed with all bags/backpacks in the house....
I have a friend who has a black one, and she said things stick to hers. I have not had issues with the Fog color, and I have 3 pets :) (my black leggings have not been so lucky;)
I've been looking through a lot of what's in my kanken to figure out if reusable water bottles would fit in the mini and finally! You showed that it does! Thank you so much! 💕 Btw, I'm not sure if I didn't catch it, but how tall are you? I'm trying to figure out if the mini would look ridiculously small on me too haha
Finallly!!! A video where they show if a hydro flask fits in the mini! Thank you
It fits! Glad it was helpful!
I've been searching for a video where they try to fit a small thermos inside a mini for a long time lol
This review really helped me feel more comfortable carrying my Kanken as an every day bag. I got self conscious of what people would think carrying a larger bag and seeing someone else say that they use it as an every day bag has really helped my overthinking brain. I'm switching over to that bag today!
Awesome! Thanks so much for the nice feedback. I still use it for my everyday bag, it’s just so useful, comfortable, and classic! Hope you enjoy using yours :)
How in the world did you get a thumbs down? You seriously have the best review for this backpack out of all TH-cam. You not only showed me how this bag would look on a grown adult but you answered my million dollar question. Will the mini backpack look stupid on me? The answer was yes! I ordered the original backpack this past weekend and tried to cancel my order but I was too late. I simply wanted this backpack to use it as a purse and was fearful of it being too big. My fear is gone, Thank you, Ellen!
Thank you for the nice feedback! Did you get a bag? :)
Thank you so much for putting the bag ON! I've been worried the classic might feel too big as an everyday bag so it's nice to see the size comparison with the bags on.
Glad it helped! :)
I liked how you showed how both the backpacks looked on. I think most reviews forget about that aspect. favorite review...
Thank you, I appreciate the positive feedback :)
Thank you for this review now I know I can fit my hydro flask in it I was debating if it will fit or not
You’re welcome! 😀
Awesome review! The best review so far that actually compares how the backpack and mini look on a person. Thank you!
I appreciate the kind feedback :)
Interesting point about the darker colors showing a light film? I like Graphite best but prefer leather straps so I’m also looking into Super Grey or Dusk. Trying to find video comparisons!
And to anyone reading, no the larger backpack isn’t too big or weird to carry around daily. I’m super short and everyone wears them up in the PNW! Backpacks are the way to go.
I have been using a backpack daily. Esp with the kids, sports, and summer here. Totally cute that he wanted to match ❤️ My littles Sometimes pack their own bags and it’s nice. Thanks for sharing.
That’s awesome! And yes, I should have added a whole point about how convenient it is as a mom to toss little kid gear in there too when we’re out and about!
Omg, your video absolutely inspiring me to decide, been so confused which colour will fit better because they have so many colours,same about the size and this colour definitely fit to every occasion, especially the classic size😍😍😍 can't wait to receive the bag soon🥰🥰🥰
Yay! Hope you love it!! :)
This was my favourite review thanks!
I’ve been debating now between the mini and classic bag 🤔 the mini is cute, I’m worried that the classic will look too big? I’m 5’5. But I do have other mini backpacks I can switch back and forth if I need to. The classic doesn’t look huge which I like! I’m glad to see someone else carrying a classic as an everyday bag
Love the simplicity of it, I have the jujube minibe and love it:)
I just looked yours up and those are so cute! The shape is similar to this bag :)
Thank you for the video ✨ I’m going to be getting the classic super excited
Yay I hope you love it! I feel like it’s a good investment that will last a long time :)
Today I ordered a fjallraven kanoën bag 😍😍😍
Yay!! Enjoy!!
This was the perfect review, but I need help deciding on which size to get, I'm leaning towards the mini because I only ever carry around a hydro flask, a pen, my AirPods, and some other things so i cant decide on which to get! please help!
They are both great! If you know you don’t carry much, then the mini would be perfect. My son stopped using his, so I now use both lol. If I need to carry more or am going on a trip, I use the big one. My daily quick errand purse is the mini. I’d say if you’re leaning mini, then go mini!
very brief and clear. thankyou
Thanks for talking about the straps and how far up it sits I was debating on getting it but I'm a little taller and wider and I don't need it looking like I'm wearing a 5 year old's bag lmao.
😂 happy to help!!
Is the “fog” color more of a cool/blue grey, or a warm/yellow grey? I think this is the color I want, but it seems to change on video, I just can’t tell. 🤔
It’s a true grey. No blue undertones. If I had to choose before cool and warm I’d say warm but it does feel like a true grey ◡̈
@@ellenv.s.4913perfect! I was looking for a slightly warmer grey. Thank you! ❤
@@anxylum Perfect, I think you’ll like it then! ◡̈
Great video! I’ve been wanting one for awhile but my big hold up is picking the size! Would you be able to fit your phone in the outside zipper pocket of the mini, or is it too small?
It’s too small to fit a phone in the front zipper of the mini, it’s a pretty small pocket!
i already have a 17 in laptop size for school and im contemplating if i shud get a classic, or a mini for everyday use AND school. helpp i cant decide
I don’t know if you’ve already purchased or looked into it, I have the classic and my 15.6in laptop is almost too big. I think they have a larger laptop backpack, I believe.
Great review, thank you! I have been looking to get the mini to use as a purse. Do the regular strap pads fit on the mini? Or no because the snaps would be off? I am wondering which pads I should get because in some reviews I heard that the mini strap pads felt too small on the mini (for an adult anyway). Thank you!! :)
Hi, so sorry for the delay, I checked straps that day but forgot to write back! When I tried to put the regular strap on the mini there was no snap at the top of the mini to attach it to. So it just slid down :/
Ellen V.S. Thank you for checking and for your response! 🙏 I ended up getting the mini and so far have found I do fine without the pads. Thanks again! ☺️
Hello, I loved your review. I wanted to know your opinion of which one do you recommend for a summer bag?
Hi! Sorry for the delay. I like the big one year round, but I also carry water with me, and have kids. Either works, just depends how much you tend to bring out and about with you :)
@@ellenv.s.4913 Thanks a lot :)
Thanks for the review! Do you feel like the material grabs onto lint/fur? I've been eyeing the classic for a while but I have 2 kitties who are obsessed with all bags/backpacks in the house....
I have a friend who has a black one, and she said things stick to hers. I have not had issues with the Fog color, and I have 3 pets :) (my black leggings have not been so lucky;)
Hi i loved your video! :) where did you get that water bottle its so cute! ❤️
Thank you! It’s a hydro flask, they sell them all over in Oregon where I live, but you can also find them online at REI or on hydro flask’s website!
Ellen V.S. Thank you!
Where did you get your shoulder pads in the fog color?
I believe I found them on eBay
Are there two mini versions? My mini looks a lot smaller 🤔
I’ve never heard of two mini versions- unless they came out with new bags!
this video is so helpful thanks a lot 😁😁
Are the straps on the classic longer than the mini?
I've been looking through a lot of what's in my kanken to figure out if reusable water bottles would fit in the mini and finally! You showed that it does! Thank you so much! 💕
Btw, I'm not sure if I didn't catch it, but how tall are you? I'm trying to figure out if the mini would look ridiculously small on me too haha
So glad the water bottle question was answered here for you :) I’m 5’7, hope that helps!
@@ellenv.s.4913 Thank you for replying! :) I'm waaaay shorter than you are so I guess it won't look ridiculous on me hahah
My kanken mini in no 2 mine was 130
Is the mini meant for kids? Like are the straps long enough for adults?
I think it was originally designed for kids, but the straps do adjust long enough to fit adults. It fits me with the straps on their largest setting.
Can you give us the link for the classic one??
www.fjallraven.com/us/en-us/bags-gear/kanken/kanken-bags/kanken?v=F23510%3a%3a7392158680955
I love the mini
ok lol ima just buy both 😂 since there’s a sale on urban
Yay hope you love them!
What color is it?
Fog :)
Do you have to wash it regularly?