Customer Reviews The North Face Recon

I love this product

Overall, I'm happy with this purchase. I've had the backpack for a few weeks and used it for a commuting bag to work (business casual environment) and as a daypack for hiking. It suited both purposes well. The waist straps & exit port for the water bladder (think camelback) were big reasons for my purchase of this model. Only drawbacks so far: 1. Main compartment is a little tight due to the fact that they gave the secondary compartment (where tablet and organized pockets is located) more focus. 2. The additional zippered pockets on the backs of other models is missed.

I use this for traveling around the country for work. It's great for easy loading of electronics and other essentials. I like the padding which takes stress off my body with when caring large amounts of equipment. The bag provides great storage and great organizational compartments.

Used as a school backpack in college. Survived a car crash and protected everything that was inside. Love it!

Actually gave this as a gift, and the recipient loves it!! Unfortunately after three days of using, one seam on a pocket ripped open. I'm assuming it just wasn't sewn correctly. Waiting for a replacement. Recipient loves this bag.

I just received this product and although online I loved it, I am not pleased with the plastic sleeve at the back. This should have been part of the description. It makes the bag a little stiff. I wish it was a removable option. Not sure if I will keep it or not. Everything else described is perfect.

Mostly used for school and travel.

Great gift

I use the bag for school. doesn't have enough for all my binders

Work and travel

Absolutely love this backpack. Very lightweight and can hold a lot of stuff. I recently used it on a trip overseas and it was the only carry on I needed for 3 weeks of vacation.

Very good

I bought my first Recon backpack 10 years ago. I took it everywhere and used it for everything. After getting a lot of mileage out of it, it was time to replace it this Spring. Though I was very hesitant to let my original Recon go, the new one is just as amazing and served me very well on a glacier hike in Iceland this past week.

I bought this backpack after going through two backpacks during my first two years of college. I wanted a backpack that would be sturdy, reliable, and could hold all of my big engineering textbooks easily. So far this backpack is everything that I wanted! It is a little more expensive than a typical school backpack, but it's definitely worth the money

The Recon is replacing a North Face daypack that I've had since 1995. It's amazing how much NF day packs have advanced since then. The inner pockets are great. Shoulder straps are comfortable and are ventelated. Vent system on back is well done and sits on your back with out tired you out. Material quality is good. The only complaint I have is that the inner laptop pocket takes up too much space when there is no laptop in there. But it is that way due to the design that will do a great job of protecting your device. Overall a great backpack for commuters and students. Not so good for day hikes (in terms of capacity for me), unless you are bringing a laptop. I am happy my wife forced me to replace my 21 year old NF pack. Hopefully the Recon will last just as long.

I bought this for a trip to Namibia. Although I haven't used it yet I can see that it has absolutely everything I need to accommodate a long plane ride and days of jeep travel. Could also carry a few books and electronics. And the color was perfect.

I has a RECON backpack for over 8 years. So when I came to Northface to buy another backpack I did exactly know what I want, another RECON backpack. Compare to my previous RECON packpack: shoulder padding is stiff (I guess it might get better after using the backpack more) The waist belt is narrow and not comfortable at all around your waist (I am wondering why they changed the design) I found the new shape design more supportive for my back (however I kinda think the previous RECON could get more load) The padding has definitely improved They have removed the little buckle inside the backpack that would support the laptop inside laptop sleeve (I really liked that little buckle, it would make me think my laptop is safe) Overall I expected more from the new design and if you ask me, I honestly prefer the previous design. I love Northface quality so I am not going to return this back, I wish I was more satisfied with the designe though :( I really hope somebody reads the reviews and take them into account for their future designs.

This backpack fits so much more stuff then I thought it would! I'm amazed by how much it will carry in both the main and front pocket! The only downside I could find in this backpack is that the padding on the back is very stiff, but it's not to bad if you're wearing it for a long time. Highly recommend this backpack!

Great comfortable backpack.

I feel that the top of the backpack is bulky. Good padding and can hold a fair amount of things

Great backpack to travel with computer. Only downside, wish it had more capacity to store more things.

Had to replace an older Nike Sb bag.Did my homework and everywhere I looked this one would always have great reviews.When I received it I was very happy and impressed with bag.I use it to carry my laptop and tablet.Also keep some clothing in it for after work.I totally recommend this backpack for office use,school and light hiking.You wont regret it.

I am a nursing major right now and i really needed a backapck to be able to fit all the things needed for school and the job but also maintain organization. This backpack does just that! I love how there are two compartments that i can put things in, and a pouch on the front where i can quickly through my wallet or phone in.

My daughter uses this to carry many textbooks to her college classes. She also puts her laptop and iPad mini in the backpack with no issues with space or comfort.

I use this for school, it works well for what I need to carry around with me all day. It is very lightweight and not bulky.