Customer Reviews The North Face Recon

Awesome backpack. Very versatile, comfortable, and durable. I used mine as a day pack in Europe and had no problems. Plenty of storage.

I wanted a backpack that was big enough for all my stuff and had multiple organization pockets and this bag is perfect for that! I'll admit sometimes it does been hard against my back but chest and hip straps help aleve some of that pressure when I use them. Overall a good purchase

I've had for about 3 years now and still looks good!! I taken this bag traveling in and outside the country. And I love that it's have the multiple pockets and it even just looks good. (Got mine in all black)

I am a student and I have had this backpack for 3 years. This backpack doesn't have enough space for many of the textbooks that I use in school, but I can fit a 3 inch binder with a couple of folders with out the backpack geting too bulky. The zippers snag frequently, but this backpack is made out of good material since it hasn't torn yet. All in all, I give this backpack 4 stars.

The absolute best backpack I have ever owned. I take this this everywhere with me, on my motorcycle, to work, to the gym, to the beach and everywhere I travel. It's been all over the world with me and has held up for about 6 or 7 years now. It has really been beaten up by the sun, dragging it around, rain, sweat, blood, salt water, mud...it's been through it all. The only signs of wear is the water resistant lining is starting to peel off the edges of the secondary compartment, and the stash pocket elastic is stretched out. Also, there's some fading on the fabric from the sun. One of the buckle clips cracked on one side, but it's still functional! I would love to buy another one, but the one I have still works fantastically well. A+ bag. I love it.

This backpack is well made and good looking. It's not bulky at all when it comes to the volume it can be filled with. You definitely get what you pay for in quality! I'm a full-time college student who totes around books, and workout gear everyday who needs a backpack that can carry deal with the load. This bag can carry a great amount of items, and still feel comfortable compared to other bags under heavy conditions. I highly recommend this backpack to anyone who wants to upgrade from their previous backpack. a

I bought this backpack to mainly carrry my books, tablets, etc... to work or to study. However, I found it is very comfortable when riding my bike with my gear. Also, the space of this bag allows me to pack for weekend trips. Finally, I have taken out my work and school items and thrown in my 10 essentials, binoculars, camera equipment, and a water reservoir and taken on some day hikes. The only thing I wish the Recon had was a way to lash my trekking poles to it when I don't need them. The Recon is a great multifunctional backpack.

I just got this backpack as an upgrade from the Jester backpack (the older model with no padding on the back) and I really love the features and size of this backpack, it's much bigger and has nicer finishes than my old one. However, I ordered the Blackberry Wine/Chambray Blue color and it's nothing like shown in the picture. The picture makes it look like the majority color is navy, but really it's more of a grayish-light blue and the purple part also has a diamond pattern on it. This color scheme really makes the light blue zippers pop out less and I was really disappointing upon receiving it as I now have to take the time to return it and buy a new color.

I really love this back pack. It was really easy to reach in and pull my laptop out when going through security, no fuss. Which to me was amazing because I always feel rushed through air port security. It held everything I needed as a carry on and more.. So it's probably my fault it was heavy. But the chest and waist straps help disturbed the weight across your body. It has good organization. I'm not sure it is supposed to be water proof, but after walking 6 blocks in the poring rain in New Zealand nothing inside my bag was wet! The back pack itself dried off quickly and nicely with a nice wipe down by a towel. I could fold my sweatshirt and put in it the front stash area. (Which is also amazing when traveling.) All and all very very pleased with this backpack. Will continue to use it for work at home in Nebraska!

I am totally stunned that there aren't more reviews stating how uncomfortable this backpack is! The straps are the absolute worst design of any backpack I've ever owned. They come in right up against my neck if I don't deliberately position them more outward than they are intended to sit and make an ongoing effort to keep them there. They are also very stiff! But what makes it almost unbearable to wear is the sandpaper-like material around the straps. It will rub your neck RAW quickly if you don't wear a high collared shirt. The same goes for the inside of your arms if you aren't careful, but at least your arms aren't smashed against the straps. Additionally, this backpack holds less than I anticipated, sits weird on me, won't stay upright when I sit it down, and the laptop compartment is TIGHT. The organizational compartment is nice and there is a nice padded handle at the top (good thing too bc you'll need it to keep it upright and/or carry it once your poor neck can't take anymore abuse!). It does also seem well made although for me personally that doesn't matter being as though I won't be using it. Overall this is the most disappointing purchase I've made in a long time despite the fact that I got it at half price. I am definitely going to try to return it. I should have sucked it up and got another Patigonia backpack, but half price was so tempting and it got such good reviews. This was my first and last TNF backpack purchase.

Totally worth it! high quality and lots of space really well divided inside and outside the bag. Easy to carry on and comfortable if you are going to spend long time walking or hiking

I use this for everyday use to go to school and I absolutely love this backpack, it's extremely comfortable and it has really good padding on the back. It can handle both heavy and light loads with the clips on the backpack. It looks good and it's high quality. You can't go wrong with this product.

The back support padding is awesome

I bought this for my sister who is in college and she loves it.

I use this product for work and travel is always with me awesome

I use this backpack for college and it fits everything that I need! I bought this backpack specifically because my back was hurting from my previous backpack and this backpack helped me resolve that problem.

I won't lie. I bought this backpack for school, not hiking. I already own a hiking backpack but when my trustworthy jansport split at the seams I knew I needed to make a new purchase. I researched online and compared shops, prices and online reviews unendingly. Here's what it came down to: I trust Northface. Pound for pound some of the best equipment and clothing out there. I knew if I did the research and found a product from Northface that met my specifications it would get the job done, and it does. I was looking for a lightweight backpack that could carry some heavy loads, a laptop sleeve, and a water bottle sleeve. The front pocket is perfect for all my extras: calculator, pens, name tags, even an extra scrub top! An additional thing I wasn't looking for that pleasantly surprised me: the zippers are thick and sturdy. I feel like my belongings are secure. Also, I'm always surprised by how light and natural the fit feels. If you're agonizing over your backpack purchase, fret not. Look up your specifications and you can find something at Northface that is not only good quality, but it will last a long time.

I take my bag packs every day in school. And during weekends I use this wonderful bagpack in picnic. Love this iteam

I use this product for school, as well as for going on hikes or shooting guns. It is. Very organized and has compartments that can be used for a variety of items. It has a nice computer sleeve, as well as sleeves for phones or tablets. It's a decent size and feels very well made. I bought this one because my hipster backpack disintegrated after a mere 5 years!

The compartments allow for easy storage and are great for those who like to have things organized or those who wish to become more organized.

Got this backpack for school. The color is not as bright and vibrant as the picture indicates which is disappointing but still a good backpack. Even my camera makes the backpack look more vibrant than it really is. The main color is more a darker purple.

I have a ton of backpacks in all different sizes for different needs. This is perfect for when I need to carry more than just a laptop. North Face backpacks have always been great for organization with all the different pockets and they're comfortable as well even when full packed. The softer lined small pocket in the top is nice too when you don't want to scratch your phone or glasses.

I bought this backpack a couple of weeks ago and I love the color and support of the backpack as well as all of the space inside of it!

I use this backpack for school and just everyday use! I also take it on day hikes and it is so comfortable to walk with and it has more than enough room for everything I need! This backpack goes with me almost everywhere because it's the perfect companion!

Great product. I bought the TNF black and assumed it would be all black like the picture but some of the straps are grey.