Räven 28 Backpack

The zippers are a lil hard too move if you open it from different angles but that could also just be because it’s not broken in properly

I received this bag as a gift for college, and while I absolutely LOVE the Port color and the thoughtful organizational design, unfortunately, there is one major flaw that has been extremely disappointing. I’ve only been using the backpack for about two years, primarily for school and occasional travel, nothing particularly strenuous or outside of its intended use. Despite this, the seam connecting the bottom panel to the back panel has completely ripped apart. I was very surprised by this, as it doesn’t seem like the kind of damage I would consider normal wear and tear. If the bag had simply become worn or faded over time, I would completely understand. However, a structural seam separating to this extent after only two years of regular use seems premature, especially for a bag at this price point. Unfortunately, the tear is continuing to grow, and I’m concerned that the backpack won’t be usable much longer. This is especially disappointing because I had hoped to use this bag throughout the rest of college and for years beyond. I’ve otherwise loved the bag, particularly its color and organization, so it’s a real shame that this issue is making it difficult to continue using it. I understand that the warranty does not cover this issue because it is considered damage that occurred after use rather than a manufacturing defect. However, given the relatively short amount of time I’ve owned the bag, the nature of the failure, and the fact that it occurred during normal use, I do feel that this is worth mentioning. I would hope that a backpack at this price point would hold up to several years of regular school and travel use without a major structural seam failure.

I bought this bag over 3 years ago now, and have taken it to work everyday since then and also taken it on multiple hiking trips as a day bag. It's a very good bag, and the G1000 has held up really well. I like how many pockets and dividers it has for organisation. The only issue I've had is where the back mesh meets the bottom of the bag. It has worn quite a bit in this section and I've had to stitch it and use some repair tape on it. I'm hoping that'll hold and give me many more years of use from it.

I am giving this backpack two stars because the size, organization, and overall design are excellent. The Räven 28 has a great capacity and is very practical for everyday use. However, I am extremely disappointed with the color quality. I purchased the Black Black version and, after only a couple of weeks of normal daily use, the backpack has faded significantly and looks much older than it should. I only use it for commuting to work and regular everyday activities, not for outdoor activities or prolonged sun exposure. For a brand like Fjällräven, known for durability and quality, I expected much better color retention. The fading started very early, and the backpack lost much of its original appearance after just a short period of use. The design and functionality are great, but the poor color durability is a major issue for a product at this price point.

This bag is so pretty while also be incredibly spacious and comfortable. It’s also very sturdy and I have not had any damage whatsoever in the last 4 or so months of having it.

My biggest challenge was that i should have paid attention to the reviews that said it has a tendency to fall forward when you place it on the ground or a chair. Just completed a two week trip to Ireland and France and would never bring this with me as an everyday backpack. Love my other Fjall Raven products, pants and sweaters, this product was little underwhelming in its performance