What is the Keb 52?
The Keb 52 is Fjallraven's latest offering to the world of trekkers, ski tourers and backpackers. Featuring a birch wood frame, a mix of G-1000 and Bergshell fabrics and a supportive, comfortable back system to carry up to 52 litres in comfort, you can literally take your home wherever you go!
What is the Keb 52 made from?
Unlike previous generations of Fjallraven packs, the Keb is now made using a mix of waterproof and non-waterproof fabrics. The majority of the pack is made using Fjallraven's ultra tough, reliable and adaptable G-1000 HeavyDuty Eco S. This is their most durable fabric and surpasses just about everything out there in terms of longevity, however it isn't themostweather resistant fabric. The Keb therefore features a completely waterproof 400D Bergshell fabric on the base and sides, protecting your gear from sudden changes in weather conditions. We would still always recommend using drybags to store kit, but this fabric just adds another layer of protection. All fabrics, including the padding on the backsystem, are snow-repellent and won't soak up moisture during heavy rainfall.
What is the backsystem?
The backsystem is arguably the most impressively unique aspect of the Keb. Featuring Fjallraven's award winning Birch Wood frame, the Keb is one of the most supportive and comfortable rucksacks available for carrying large amounts of weight over long distances. If you turn the bag around to see the backsystem, the birch wood struts are clearly visible and are used to adjust the length of the bag to suit different users. If you need to shorten the length of the pack, simply slide the padding to the desired length along the frame using the buckle at the top of the bag. The large, pre-shaped and highly padded hipbelt comfortably takes the majority of the pack's weight without stress. All contact points on the Keb are also now smooth, this is to reduce damage to your clothing over extended periods of time. Breathability was also a prime concern, therefore the Keb features padding only on the upper and lower of the pack, leaving the middle virtually empty to allow air to pass freely behind.
What are the Keb's features?
Get ready for a long read, as the Keb is jam-packed with Scandi tech. All zips, buckles and toggles are designed with large gloves or mitts in mind, so they feature long straps and large zip pulls to make life as easy as possible. Pockets wise, you get two zipped pockets in the lid of the pack, two more on the outer of the hipbelt, two more either side to store bottles, a massive zipped U-shaped pocket on the front of the pack for a tent flysheet and a large main compartment with a snowlock closure. The main compartment can either be accessed via the lid at the top or via a zipped entry on the base of the pack. The U-shaped front pocket features a drainage hole in the bottom to allow water from a soaked tent flysheet to drain out. Inside, you get a sleeve to store a hydration bladder and a raincover for heavy, persistent rain. Multiple compression straps situated around the pack pull the weight closer to your back when loaded up. Topping this feature packed rucksack off are attachment points for trekking poles, ice axes and ski's.
Summary
The Keb includes just about every feature you could ask for when it comes to heading out for a week, a month or even a few years with your life on your back. Ultra tough fabrics along with Fjallraven's award winning backsystem ensures a lifetime of reliable, comfortable use.
- Attachment for poles, skis and axes
- Waterproof base and sides
- G-1000 Heavy Duty main fabric
- Raincover included
- Birch wood frame
- Narrow shape
- Snow-repellent fabrics
- Top & bottom entry
- Hydration system compatible
- Compression straps
- Ultra comfortable backsystem
- Adjustable length