Fjällräven Kånken Backpack
Kånken: The Swedish Everyday Icon
The Fjällräven Kånken is the original, smart, and durable everyday backpack, first designed in 1978 to save Swedish backs.
Made from tough, dirt- and water-resistant Vinylon F fabric, the Kånken features a large U-shaped zip for easy packing, slim adjustable shoulder straps, and a removable foam seat pad that doubles as back cushioning. Simple, practical, and timeless, it’s the perfect companion for school, work, or travel.
Choose your Kånken and carry history.
$189.00 inc. GST
Meet the Kånken: Your New Favorite Bag!
This is the Kånken backpack by Fjällräven. It’s simple, smart, and loved by people all over the world!
It all started in 1978. Experts saw that kids in Sweden were having back trouble. The reason? Heavy shoulder bags. So, the Kånken was made to fix that! It helps you carry your stuff easily on both shoulders. It’s been a popular bag ever since.
Good Stuff About This Bag:
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Tough and Water-Safe: The bag is made from a strong, light fabric called Vinylon F. This material keeps dirt and water out, so your things stay dry when it rains.
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Easy to Pack: The zipper goes all the way down the front. You can open the whole bag to pack books, clothes, and more. It’s easy to find what you need fast!
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Secret Seat Pad: Inside the back pocket, you will find a foam pad. It keeps your back comfy. But here’s a trick: you can pull it out and use it as a seat when you want to take a break outside!
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Simple Straps: The straps are thin and can be changed to fit you just right. You can also use the handles on top to carry it like a shopping bag.
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Looks Good, Day or Night: The little fox logo on the front is reflective. This helps cars see you when it’s dark.
Who Is This Bag For?
| Person | Why the Kånken Works |
| Students | It holds school books and tablets. |
| Commuters | It’s thin and easy to wear on the bus or train. |
| Travelers | It is light and fits well as a small carry-on. |
| Everyone | It comes in many bright colors to match your style. |
The Fjällräven Kånken is a strong, simple bag that will last a long time.
Pick a color and start your next journey today!
You can watch a video that asks Why is the Kånken Backpack SO Popular? (part 2) to get a better idea of what people like about the bag.
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Additional information
| Weight | 2 kg |
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| Dimensions | 40 × 40 × 10 cm |
| Colour | Ochre, Frost Green, Foliage Green, Graphite |