Fjallraven High Coast Totepack
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Web ID: 11951051An almost perfect commuter bag!
I have been using this as my commuting to work backpack for a long while now and it's almost perfect. Would love if Fjallraven made one a few litres larger, with a bit more structure so it didn't fall down when it's empty and a larger front pouch that expanded outwards instead of in.
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Perfect for specific use cases
I spent some time comparing different brands of convertible laptop backpack/totes and ended buying this one because 1) the shoulder strap is adjustable and removable, 2) the bag is lightweight and packable and 3) the style is more casual than other brands. I really love this bag, but I only started to truly appreciate it when I realized the niche it filled within my bag collection. It’s not the most heavy duty, comfortable, or spacious bag I have, so it’s not my daily driver. However, it is one of the most versatile, lightweight, straightforward, and reliable bags that I have. I therefore tend to use it for travel because it’s great as a combo daypack, work bag, and casual outdoors bag without being too bulky and without looking too technical or formal. It can fit in my larger travel backpack either folded or lying flat without adding much bulk or weight. I also like it for quick work sessions at coffee shops when I don’t need my full work setup, but instead only need my laptop, water bottle, chargers, and headphones. I used to use my Fjallraven Totepack No. 1 for these purposes, but I find the High Coast Totepack’s pockets to be more helpful and its backpack straps to be much more comfortable and intuitive. I do wish the side pockets were larger (they fit my 24oz water bottle, but not my 32oz), and that there was at least a false bottom in the laptop compartment to provide a bit more protection. The shoulder strap is not particularly comfortable, but I find it perfect for the amount of weight that I feel secure actually putting in the bag. It’s also easy to swap out if desired.
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My favorite bag in my 4 year rotation!
This is my favorite bag! I just wish they made a bigger version with a larger side pocket for water bottles.
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This could be a great bag but it needs some work
I so want to love this bag! But I don't. There is zero padding for my laptop and the shoulder strap is so uncomfortable. There is only a half pocket for the laptop and the bag has no structure, so I am constantly fighting to keep the bag upright and insert the laptop into the pocket. If you do not plan to use this for a laptop bag, it IS great. Lots of pockets to keep yourself organized and a great size.
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Almost perfect
I've had this for 2 months now, wearing it almost every day to work. I almost never write reviews, but wanted to because this is *almost* the perfect bag. It's the perfect size, the pockets and organization are intuitive, I love that Fjallraven bags have a white inside so you can see where you've put everything, and the backpack/cross-body option is exactly what I needed. I can carry my laptop and tablet, my lunch, a book, a sweater, my wallet and phone - everything I need for work, and it's all well organized. I can wear it as a backpack on my bike, put it in a pannier bag, sling it across a coat in the winter and it all works. I love it. BUT. Fjallraven, if you're reading this, please make this in a better fabric, with a more substantial cross-body strap. As it is, the fabric feels light and flimsy and isn't as waterproof as it could be, the cross-body strap isn't very comfortable, and the fabric is already beginning to fray a bit at the seams (I've had to cut frayed bits with nail scissors). I used to have an Ulvö, and I keep wanting *this* bag design in *that* material. I understand that this was meant to be foldable and light, but I think it would be a better bag if it gave up on being foldable and was just a bit more substantial. But for anyone considering buying this: I still love it, and would buy it again. Fjallraven, if you make it in another material, I'd buy ANOTHER ONE.
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Excellent, but a bit small.
I have this bag and nearly love it, but wish they had a slightly roomier/bigger model.
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Needs longer backpack padding on straps
The size of this bag is perfect along with the crossbody strap BUT the backpack shoulder padding doesn't go as far as I need it to so it rubs into my arm pits. I know the intent is to be able to buckle the backpack straps when not in use, so it makes the padding shorter but I really really really wished the padding was longer instead. It makes it uncomfortable to wear unfortunately. I've had this bag for over a year and keep using it, forgetting about the padding issue, and putting it away again. I just can't get past it. I want to love it, I just can't.
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Useful in all situations
Best backpack ever. I use it daily, at work, my laptop and necessities fits perfectly in my totebag. I use it when I travel, and for outdoor activities. It's on my back or on my shoulder or I can hold it as a bag.
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