Customer Reviews The North Face Borealis

Super great size, fits everything perfectly

love how much stuff you can put inbuilt very well

Great bag fits alot of my gear with no problem at all

I've had this backpack for about a month now and it's holding up really well! I predominantly use it for commuting to and from work/school, while also using it for travel and short hikes. I really like the layout of the pockets: The laptop sleeve is the perfect size, and the cargo pockets inside the front compartment are just the right size for storing my pencils, cables, earphones, and calculator. The middle pocket is big and roomy for larger things like my raincoat, binoculars, etc. I also like the color choices a lot! At first, I thought the elastic system was ridiculous and that I'd never use it; but now I frequently use it for drying my raincoat or for latching my water bottle with a karabiner to keep it from falling out (not that that's necessary - the side pockets are sturdy and tight enough as it is). We'll see how the zippers hold up. For now, they seem much sturdier than those of backpacks I've had in the past. The only issues I have with the backpack are opportunities for improvement rather than detractors from its utility: The front-most padded zipper compartment is slightly too small to fit anything for me (I think it's meant to be a tablet compartment, but it's way too small for that). Also, if I don't have anything massive in the middle compartment, the stuff I have in the cargo pockets makes the pack top-heavy. But if you find some more stuff to put in the big compartmentor just don't have so many smaller items to keep organizedit's fine.

Good backpack

It's a nice backpack

Great backpack! Heavy duty with lots of pockets. Perfect for a college student and for traveling!

This is a great backpack. Lots of storage. Useful array of pockets. I would recommend as a day pack.

I bought this for use as a school backpack. Works great for that. Have also used as a carryon for travel. Comfortable to wear. Would definitely buy again.

An excellent light commuter bag. Use it every day for work and the occasional dy hike!

I wish it wasn't so stiff in the back. If I could take out whatever it is that's in there I would.

2 College guys - Both my sons asked for this backpack for Christmas and were thrilled to receive it. They can carry more in the backpack (books, notebooks, etc.) and it will be great for their hikes and backpacking in So. California.

Great bag - Very sturdy, good quality material. Comfy shoulder straps. I have a really big laptop and it fits really well.