this is the type of review ive been looking for for the totepack! i am planning on buying this but still not sure if i want the classic size or the mini totepack
Im loving this Totepack!, I wanted a more adult style bag which could turn into a backpack so I could pick up my toddler and baby when needed. A little hack, I bought the shoulder pads which stay hidden low and behind when used as a tote, of course I cannot clip them to the bag, but thats ok because when it turns into a back pack I can easily slide them up, and back down when I carry it as a tote.
I initially chose this totepack over the Kanken until i found out about the issue bout the back strap. Back straps are too short for my liking. Still hangs way up even fully extended. I ended up purchasing my Kanken and I couldn’t be any happierrrr. If they can fix the strap issue, i would surely purchase one.
I agree with you. I’ve tried the mini totepack and it has the same issue, i was about to try the regular totepack but after reading your comment i’ll just pass on the totepack till they resolve this issue
uhm idk if you care about this 3 years later but if you get the color "fog" it gets dirty but no one can tell. I've learned that the kanken fabric the darker the color the more "dusty" it will get
I got this but I just didn’t like it. I didn’t understand the front strap. Plus why not make the straps adjustable. It was sturdy though and a good size, but I couldn’t get past that strap hanging if you wear it as a backpack. I also didn’t like that it wasn’t really going to support your shoulders if you wore it as a backpack. I think they could do better.
Today, I bought my first Kanken! I tried this totepack in the shop but it happens to be I have a big frame and it was uncomfortable so I bought the classic one in peach sand color 🍑
Hey Yasmine! For reference, Rebecca is 5'7". You can check out our written review here: packhacker.com/travel-gear/fjallraven/kanken-totepack/ - Austin
Hey Loralyn Lee, the Kanken Totepack has a 13" laptop compartment. You can find all of this info and more technical specifications over on our full review here: packhacker.com/travel-gear/fjallraven/kanken-totepack/ - Rebecca
this is the type of review ive been looking for for the totepack! i am planning on buying this but still not sure if i want the classic size or the mini totepack
Which did you end up getting?
I ended up getting one from ikea mainly because it’s similar but it has more pockets in the inside for organization xD
mini tote is too small and uncomfortable to function as a backpack
@@angiec.1941I literally did that too, still planning on getting something of higher quality but the ikea one is working well so far
Im loving this Totepack!, I wanted a more adult style bag which could turn into a backpack so I could pick up my toddler and baby when needed. A little hack, I bought the shoulder pads which stay hidden low and behind when used as a tote, of course I cannot clip them to the bag, but thats ok because when it turns into a back pack I can easily slide them up, and back down when I carry it as a tote.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Macarena!
- Austin
Thanks for the info. This is just what I was looking for, whether anyone has tried the shoulder pad to the totepack.
Thanks for the tip, I'll try it !
How well do the shoulder pads work? I contacted Fjallraven to ask, and they said they can't be used with the Totepack
Are you using the mini or regular vs of the pads?
The smaller version has adjustable straps but I prefer simpler look with no buckle
The only issue with it is as stated that the backpack isn’t adjustable, I got it and I’m not sure I will keep it only because of that.
I initially chose this totepack over the Kanken until i found out about the issue bout the back strap. Back straps are too short for my liking. Still hangs way up even fully extended. I ended up purchasing my Kanken and I couldn’t be any happierrrr. If they can fix the strap issue, i would surely purchase one.
Thanks for the insights, Tessa! 😃
-Eric
I have both a Kanken (laptop 13) and a Totepack, and this is really my only regret for the totepack. Other than that it's an awesome bag
I agree with you. I’ve tried the mini totepack and it has the same issue, i was about to try the regular totepack but after reading your comment i’ll just pass on the totepack till they resolve this issue
The newer version has longer strap with additional buckling
@@mauriceestelle4619 update; i tried on the regular totepack and the strap was more comfortable than the mini totepack
Best review of the kanken tote on TH-cam!
Thanks so much for the support, Giscaury!
- Austin
Love that y'all reviewed this totepack (and all the other totepacks)! Do you have a favourite which isn't a dog hair/dust magnet?
uhm idk if you care about this 3 years later but if you get the color "fog" it gets dirty but no one can tell. I've learned that the kanken fabric the darker the color the more "dusty" it will get
I just ordered kanken totepack on the marketplace and after seeing this video I'm sure I made the right choice 😄
Nice video, thanks! ♥️
WHAT WATER BOTTLE IS THAT ? IT FITS PERFECT
Yeti
I got this but I just didn’t like it. I didn’t understand the front strap. Plus why not make the straps adjustable. It was sturdy though and a good size, but I couldn’t get past that strap hanging if you wear it as a backpack. I also didn’t like that it wasn’t really going to support your shoulders if you wore it as a backpack. I think they could do better.
Is it sturdy enough that it can stand on its own if I just put it on the floor?
very practical review. much appreciated.
I wish they would just make the strap adjustable. I think about buying one and making my own strap for it but that’s an expensive bag to cut up.
Today, I bought my first Kanken! I tried this totepack in the shop but it happens to be I have a big frame and it was uncomfortable so I bought the classic one in peach sand color 🍑
Could you guys please review the Kånken Sling and the Kånken Hip Pack if you haven't already?
Thank you for your review. Saves me lots of money.
Do you think I would be able to fit a 14” laptop into the 13” compartment?
I'm really curious about this too, but can't find it anywhere 😞
hi! i have this bag and my 13,3 inch laptop fits with a little extra space, so if your 14 inch laptop isn't too bulky it would probably fit too!
I just bought this totepack and my 14" laptop can fit it in :)
@@sleepyollie3670 thank you so much. This is the final answer that I need to buy this bag☺️
@@sleepyollie3670 thank you so much!!! Is it a tight fit? Are you still able to put other thungs with you laptop in it? Thank youuu!
This totepack looks hillariously small on Nathan
6’4” problems 😂
Which one do you prefer? Totepack or Laptop 13”?
Does anyone know any equivalent to this bag but with more internal puckets?
thank you, its very helpfull review.
What if guy uwe? Good looking too?
Does anyone know an equivalent bag for 15" laptops ?
patagonia ultralight black hole tote pack
Thank you, its help me a lot!
Hey! Would it fall too low for smaller people when worn as a tote? Im 5'2 and have that concern.
if you guys have a full measurement of the bag, from the bottom to the ends of the straps that would really help!!
Hey Yasmine!
For reference, Rebecca is 5'7". You can check out our written review here: packhacker.com/travel-gear/fjallraven/kanken-totepack/
- Austin
Hi, have you bought this bag? I’m smaller than u, the nonadjustable strap is concerning.
@@User-nc1vp Hello, I'm 5'2 and the bag is hanging a bit. If you prefer it sitting high, it won't do.
What size is this? Small or big one?tq
Hey Elsa! That's the 14L version. Thanks for the comment!
- Austin
Roberts Plains
Very good, perfect.
Can it fit a 15” laptop?
Hey Loralyn Lee, the Kanken Totepack has a 13" laptop compartment. You can find all of this info and more technical specifications over on our full review here: packhacker.com/travel-gear/fjallraven/kanken-totepack/
- Rebecca