Fjällräven Kånken Greenland Jackets, Backpacks & Bags

March 13, 2018

Swedish outdoor brand Fjällräven has celebrated 50 years of the Greenland Jacket by revisiting the collection that started it all. As part of this jacket-led milestone, a special Kånken Greenland joined the line-up. It sits within “Greenland Updated”, a family of products shaped by a new generation living and working in Greenland—scientists and nature enthusiasts who base themselves on this remarkable island. Greenland also hosts the world’s second-largest ice sheet, which has a major role in the global climate system; its reflectivity and meltwater influence temperatures and ocean circulation. The collection nods to this context while staying practical and hard-wearing.

Fjallraven Greenland Jacket comparison: 1968 and 2018

Kånken Greenland: what’s different

Fabric: G-1000 HeavyDuty Eco for a slightly thicker, tougher hand than the classic Kånken.
Finish: weather resistance without perfluorocarbons (PFCs).
Details: striped webbing that ties back to the Greenland series, with the familiar square profile and simple organisation.

Current Greenland products in stock

Here are key pieces that reflect the Greenland approach: durable fabrics, straightforward features and everyday reliability.

Greenland Jackets: Heritage cut with G-1000 Eco for wind resistance and shower protection — Greenland Jacket (Black).
Greenland Winter Jackets: Added warm lining for colder months — Dark Navy, Maroon/Dark Navy.
Women’s Greenland Winter Parka: Longer cut, insulated, G-1000 Eco — Dark Navy, Laurel Green.
Greenland No. 1 Down Jackets: Classic lines with down insulation — Green/Dark Grey, Suede Brown/Dark Olive.
Greenland Top Backpack: Lid-and-drawcord pack with laptop sleeve — Black, Khaki Dust.
Greenland Pocket Bag: Compact crossbody in HeavyDuty fabric — Black, Khaki Dust.
Greenland Jeans: G-1000 trousers with a clean five-pocket look — Regular Dark Navy, Long Dark Navy, Long Deep Forest.
Greenland Wax options: Wax Bag for home use and Travel Wax Pack for top-ups on the move.

Why Greenland still matters

The original Greenland Jacket was designed to handle wind, showers and abrasion without fuss. Today’s range keeps the same idea: reliable shells and bags that work from coast paths to city streets. G-1000 Eco (recycled polyester and organic cotton) forms the base, chosen for toughness, breathability and the option to tune protection with wax on exposed zones.

How to tune performance

For unsettled forecasts, apply a light coat of Greenland Wax to shoulders, sleeves and hems on jackets, and to pocket fronts or high-wear areas on bags. Keep high-heat zones lighter to maintain airflow. Pocket layouts remain practical: hand pockets for quick access; larger compartments sized for daily kit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Kånken Greenland differ from the classic Kånken?

Kånken Greenland uses G-1000 HeavyDuty Eco for a thicker, more durable feel, adds striped webbing to match the Greenland series and uses a PFC-free finish. It retains the square shape, simple pockets and carry handles of the original.

What is the practical difference between the Greenland Jacket and the Greenland Winter Jacket?

Both use G-1000 Eco for wind resistance and shower protection. The Winter Jacket adds a warm lining for colder months, while the standard Greenland Jacket is lighter for year-round wear with layers.

What makes the Greenland Top Backpack useful for daily carry?

It pairs a lid and drawcord main compartment with a laptop/document sleeve and a lid zip pocket. The G-1000 HeavyDuty Eco fabric offers durable, weather-resistant performance for commuting and travel.

How do Greenland Jeans compare with regular denim for everyday use?

Greenland Jeans use G-1000 for abrasion resistance and quicker drying than cotton denim. Articulation and practical pocketing make them suitable for daily wear and light outdoor use.

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