Customer Reviews The North Face Surge

I never had a north face back pack however between the other models this is the one. Everything is functional, love the pockets and the comfort. Only detail, please add a luggage belt. Beside that I love it

I've had this backpack for 3 years now. Perfect for the past 3 years of college. I even bring it on trips and it's perfect. I literally love this backpack and recommend it to everyone. I fit multiple notebooks, iPad, large laptop, chargers, pens, pencils, headphones, calculators, and more in this thing and still could put a sweatshirt or something if I needed to.

I love this bag. It's sporty and also good for work as it looks very professional.

This bag did not meet my expectations! Plenty of pockets for storage but as you fill each pocket it got tighter and section kind of invaded the other sections space. The laptop storage, thank god I did not bring my laptop or iPad with me. A day out in rainy condition the laptop storage was wet inside, I'm guessing from the zippers? The rest of the bag seemed to shed off the water well. Wish there was a suitcase strap to put in the carry-on bag while at the airport. Bag was kind of heavy with the thick padding for the back and made the bag feel heavy after a few hours. Even worse when it got wet.

The configuration of the pockets is well-designed and laid out. Took it on my first trip this weekend and was almost perfect. The only missing feature is a strap to hold the bag on a suitcase.

A laptop and a few clothes the bag feels over stuffed.

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I love this backpack! It carries all my college supplies and when it rains I do not have to worry that my computer or homework will get wet!

Very rugged, lots of storage. Love it!

This is the second one we had to purchase the first one the seams were coming undone where the zipper is. I would also say customer service is not always the best you have to pay to ship your item back, which can cost up to 30 or $40.

1 no size in order site, and 2, it can NOT fully open. yes, it open, for top 1/4 , so if you have couple of pan and shirts, try hard to stuff into whatever you have , after destination, you bid, no more wrinkle free.....

My son loves this bookbag

My son was due for another Northface backpack and liked the new design for this particular bag. He loves it. It is good quality, as expected for Northface, and also roomy!

I was hesitant about this backpack because I didn’t think it would have enough pockets. I shouldn’t have worried. TNF always puts thought into their products to ensure that they’re useful. This bag is perfect for taking my laptop and work supplies to the office for the days that I go in. Don’t think twice, just get this backpack

Bought this backpack for my high school son. Within a couple months, one of the straps started to rip. As a result, he had to start using the other strap. For the cost, I'd expect better quality.

Be careful, this is not a "unisex" product as described on the site. There are men's and women's sizes — Zappos sent a women's pack with a clearly marked "women" label. Not comfortable if you're a male since it fits a woman's body type.

Officially this is my third of the newer 2024 version. I had a couple of older versions in the past and I had to say this is one of my favorite backpacks from the way it's built in the bottom and the side pockets, the user-friendly Surge is a great EDC you will not be disappointed 31 L of awesomeness

I purchased this bag for my son for college. He loves this bag because it holds his apple computer and had a lot of room in this bag!!

I have used surge 2 daily for 13 years until I changed to new one because of color fade and oldness. Well this one didn't last so long. After two years the straps started to break and because of the reflection parts straps hits the part in my shoulder the fabric broke and it is bad quality. I don't recommend this anymore. If you go then go for surge 2. Somehow the backpack does not fit so well the stuff I would want to put in.

Ton of space and a lot of pockets that's great for commuting or international travel. This backpack stands out to me because of the computer sleeve in the main compartment. That feature is missing from many other TNF backpacks. I've seen some people complain about the sleeves on the side but I don't find it to be a problem at all. I have a 32 ounce water bottle and it works perfectly fine. I actually prefer the fabric vs. the mesh because it's more snug and secure. My only complaint is I wish it had a luggage strap. That would have really taken it over the top but I'm still very happy with my purchase.

I use it with my job stuff, laptop, etc. all the time and not only when I travel to the office. Very well designed!

Great backpack. Very spacious. Lots of pockets. Very well made. I don't love the zipper pulls but they are growing on me. They are stronger than they look. Adjustments are easy to make on the fly. Overall maybe a little big for a commuter pack but if you are like me you are always prepared so you need the space

I'm sure glad I purchased this backpack. It's a large capacity for things I purchase and there's been a lot of instances where I just filled it to the max while shopping. I love the padded hip belt and the chest clips. It keeps the backpack close to my body while I am walking to and from home the backpack is well balanced, and has enough compartments where I could put more things on the exterior. It's a great backpack thank you.

Great pack. I love the different compartments and appreciate that I can carry my 32 oz water bottle in one of the front pockets or in the side water bottle holders. Plenty of space for all that I need. Like that the computer holder is elevated off the bottom and keeps the laptop from hitting the ground when I put my pack down. Lots of pockets to separate your stuff. Just know that filling one of the compartments does take up volume in the other parts of the pack (these seems obvious but is important). Only thing I would change would be better places to keep pens in the organizational compartments. Mine keep disappearing down in the front compartment!

Absolutely love my new Surge backpack from The North Face! Super spacious, durable, and perfect for work, travel, or hikes. The laptop sleeve and organization pockets are a game-changer.