Andersen Scala Shopper — Mikkel Bag
Picking up the weekly shop without driving works — when the trolley does the heavy lifting. The Scala Shopper is Andersen's lightest two-wheel pull-along, paired here with the Mikkel — designed for compact, manoeuvrable shopping trips on smooth pavement and indoor floors. At just 1.8 kg empty it's the easiest Andersen to carry up steps or fold into a car boot, and the Bike n Easy attachment turns it into a bike trailer when you need it.
Key features
Lightweight frame at 1.8 kg empty — easiest in the range to lift
Flat handle for one-handed pulling at walking pace
40 kg load capacity — enough for a fortnight's shop for two
Ø 15 cm Whisper Wheels — quiet on hard floors, low rolling resistance on pavement
37-litre main compartment with drawstring closure
14-LITRE thermal compartment — substantial cold storage for the bag's size
BACKPACK MODE for off-trolley carrying
Side and front pockets
Specifications
| Frame | |
| Frame | Scala Shopper |
| Wheel | 15 cm Whisper |
| Wheels easily removable | Yes |
| Chassis weight | 1.8 kg |
| Chassis load capacity | 40 kg |
| Chassis height | 101 cm |
| Track width | 45 cm |
| Open dimensions (assembled) | 45 × 33 × 101 cm |
| Loading surface (W × D) | 36 × 21 cm |
| Bag | |
| Bag | Mikkel |
| Bag volume | 37 L |
| Bag size (W × H × D) | 34 × 54 × 22 cm |
| Bag weight | 1 kg |
| Total weight (chassis + bag) | 2.8 kg |
| Thermal compartment | 14 L |
| Reflectors | Yes |
| Side pocket | Yes |
| Front pocket | Yes |
| Water resistant | Yes |
| Bag easily removable | Yes |
| Backpack | Yes |
| Drawstring | Yes |
| General | |
| Bike n Easy | Compatible — Type 1 Adaptor |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Country of origin | Germany |
In the box
Andersen frame, assembled
Bag, attached
Wheels (quick-release on Royal, Komfort, Royal Plus; standard on Scala, Unus, Tura)
Manufacturer warranty card
PDF user manual (available for download — see Fitting & installation)
Note: the Bike n Easy adaptor and bike-side coupling are sold separately. See Compatibility.
Compatibility
The Scala is built primarily as a two-wheel pull-along shopper, with bike-towing as a secondary mode via Andersen Bike n Easy. Best for: regular pavement shopping, indoor markets, short walking distances. The small 15 cm wheels are fine on smooth surfaces but will struggle on rough ground, gravel, or kerbs above 10 cm. For heavier terrain the Royal or Tura are better choices.
Attaching to a bicycle
This Shopper is compatible with Andersen's Bike n Easy attachment system, which lets you switch between pulling on foot and towing behind a bicycle in a few seconds.
Two components are needed: an adaptor on the Shopper (this frame takes the Type 1 Adaptor) and a coupling unit on the bicycle. The bike-side coupling depends on your bicycle's geometry:
Pull Easy — bikes with a rear luggage carrier
Easy Snap — alternative for rear-carrier bikes
Big Easy — bikes without a rear rack (mounts to seat strut)
The full breakdown with fitting guides and videos is on the Andersen Bike n Easy attachment guide.
Fitting & installation
The Andersen frame arrives fully assembled. The bag clicks onto the frame using the HängFix system (on Royal, Royal Plus, and Unus frames) or attaches via integrated straps (on Scala, Komfort, and Tura). Both are tool-free.
For bicycle attachment, see Compatibility above and the Andersen Bike n Easy guide for the full fitting walk-through, including PDFs and video tutorials per coupling. The Scala Shopper user manual is available to download on this page.
Instructional Video & User Guides
Andersen Scala Shopper — fitting and use guide
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FAQs
Is the Mikkel's 14-litre thermal compartment actually useful?
Surprisingly so — 14 litres holds a couple of milk cartons, a pack of meat, and a small ice block with room left. For a daily fresh-food shop with some chilled items, it's the right size. For bulk frozen-goods shopping, step up to the Famke (16L) or Oli.P 3.0 (16L) on larger frames.
How does Mikkel's backpack mode compare to the Hydro 3.0's?
Mikkel's backpack is sized for the lighter 37L capacity — comfortable for moderate loads over short distances. Hydro 3.0's backpack handles its larger 62L capacity but isn't as compact when worn. For pure backpack-carrying ease, Mikkel wins; for total capacity, Hydro wins.
How much can the Scala Shopper carry?
40 kg chassis load capacity. In practice that's a full weekly shop for two adults — around 30 kg of groceries plus a couple of heavier items like wine or laundry detergent.
Is the Scala Shopper suitable for elderly users or people with mobility concerns?
Yes. The Scala Shopper is a practical and reassuring choice for elderly users, for anyone who wants extra comfort, stability and ease of use when shopping or running errands. Its lightweight frame, comfortable flat handle and pavement-friendly 15 cm wheels make it easy to pull, steer and manage in everyday situations, without feeling bulky or difficult to control. It is ideal for users who may have reduced strength, limited mobility or simply prefer a lighter, more manageable shopping trolley. For longer walks where a built-in rest option would be helpful, the Andersen Komfort Shopper with integrated seat may be the better alternative.
Hitch A Bike Expert Note
The Mikkel is the only bag in the range that pairs a substantial thermal section with backpack mode on the Scala and Unus frames. If you do regular chilled-food shopping AND occasionally need to carry the bag off-trolley (up flats, onto public transport), this is the only solution Andersen offers at this scale.
