Customer Reviews The North Face Women's Recon

The back padding is really rough and hard on skin!!! Otherwise, this is a great backpack. Very roomy and fitting, and i especially liked the fleece pockets!!

The backpack is great. My only problem with it is that like i said above its a bit too wide. The shoulder straps also might be a bit too thick as well but i suppose it was so they could last longer. Aside from that the overall design is great. And the laptop strap is a great addon.

It feels great but if i new it would be this material i would have chosen a different color

I bought this backpack for my daughter for high school. She loves it and it can take a beating while still looking great. I thought it was too heavy because there is some firm support in the back, but it is good for protecting her laptop.

I love this book bag. The color is great. The outside pocket is awesome. the second biggest pocket it very large. My laptop is bigger then 15" so it does not fit in the laptop pocket. The inside in fleece which is interesting. The chest clip is on the opposite side as my old book bag in the same style. The detachable belt strap is a good idea but I do not prefer it.

I really wanted to get an older model of the recon because I loved it so very much however now that they don't sell them im very sad and I think you should bring back the older model. I would totally recommend the older model to a friend not this one though.

A bit smaller than my old TNF backpack, which had easily held a 17" macbook pro. This one it is a bit more of a squeeze, and all of the padding makes the bottom of the main compartment a bit more narrow, meaning you can't fit some boxy-er items in addition to things like books. This is a minor gripe though, I feel these are the best commuting/school backpacks on the market and will continue to buy them.

Great for everything from school to getting on a plane. I definitely "recon"mend this backpack!

This pack is AWSOME the one flaw is the designe kinda weird

I ordered the black and "red" it was BRIGHT ELECTRIC PINK, does not appear so bright in the picture. Def not red so if you are looking for a bright pop this is your bag if you don't want it to stick out or people to wear sunglasses when they see you go with all black :) Comfortable bag with great features.

This pack is great. plenty of storage, comfortable and well made. The only feature that could be improved is the location of the water bottle holders on each side. It is very difficult to reach back and grab a bottle out of the holder with the pack still on. You almost have to take the back pack off to pull the bottles out of the holders.

backpack purchased for my 17 year old who is rough on backpacks. this one has sturdy material, is very roomy inside, and the red, white, and black are great colors together. I am very pleased with my purchase.

I needed a backpack to hold my laptop for work, as well as things for the gym. This was perfect for my needs. I put my shower flip flops and shoes in the outer mesh pocket, my badge and keys in the top zipped compartment, and my wallet and other office essentials in the organizational compartment. My clothes for in the larger compartment with my laptop, and the two water bottle holders are an added convenience. I got the blue and electric coral color, which in real life, was a bit of a random combination. It was still a refreshing departure from the standard black or grey variations that everyone seems to carry.

I am very pleased with this backpack. I needed a new backpack that would hold my laptop next year as I am starting college. This backpack does a great job of this. The only downfalls I have noticed are that the zippers are a little tricky to use but that could stop being a problem the more I use it! Overall I love the backpack and I am very glad I made the purchase

I like this back pack. I haven't used it yet but bought it for day hiking. The only thing is that it seems like a computer bag with the slots in the body of the bag. Maybe it can be modified but I don't want a school bag or computer bag but a day pack. I would think the North Face's bags would be designed that way.

I've been carrying an all black North Face Back pack for 8 years. I went to college with it, vacationed with it, exercised with it, and began my career with it. I recently returned to The North Face Online to make a second pack purchase not because I need a new pack, but because I felt 8 years of full-time service deserved a retirement. I chose an all black Recon. I really like the grey with green pack, but because I use it for work, I felt the all black look was a better fit in my work environment. The large pouch has improved over 8 years, you can either slide a full size 17" laptop (with extended battery) in the tight fitting sleeve, or leave it loose. Aside from my padfolio, this large pouch could stand to carry a lot more. The mid size pouch is perfect for Pens, electronic devices like a Kindle, digital camera, and the like. The small top pouch is great for an ipod and small snacks. I typically use the outer area for drinks rather than the actual drink holders on the side. The shoulder straps and side of the pack against your back are padded and comfortable as usual, no matter how much I stuff in to it. Aside from work, I use this pack when cycling, going to the gym, weekend trips out of town, and on vacation as my carry on. Last month we went on a cruise and I stuffed all of my paperwork, electronics, toiletries, a bottle of wine, and a snorkeling mask and snorkel in to my pack. These packs are well constructed for all purposes, long lasting, and stylish. I receive frequent compliments on my previous and current North Face pack. If I had to voice a less positive comment it would be regarding all of the straps. There is a chest strap and waist strap that I haven't had a need for. Personally I remove them and all is well in the world. Although there is a neat whistle on the chest strap fastener. I would highly recommend The North Face packs. As far as I'm concerned if you mention a pack, I assume you're talking about The North Face backpacks.

I bought a new backpack for use during school and when I go hiking. The backpack is comfortable, durable and fits everything I need. However, I am still getting over the fact that it was $100!!!

I love the new Recon backpack that I ordered from North Face. It is the perfect size to accommodate all of my school materials and has lots of nifty pockets to hold a laptop, water bottle, wallet, and books. When I received the backpack, I found a tag saying that it is certified as a healthy option for your back, although with the amount I carry, I'm sure anything will help my back. I love the simplistic and sophisticated appearance of the bag. However, it is also durable and will be a fitting option to bring for any of my outdoor trips. So glad I choose this North Face brand backpack!

The backpack is great for me because it's a smaller version of the original Recon backpack. However, if you plan on carrying a lot or have a big laptop, I would get the original Recon. I have a 15 inch laptop and it's a snug fit.

I like the color and style very much. It is exactly as shown in the image. It has a lot of room as well. The only thing I have problem with is that the straps are not soft enough, so when the backpack is a little bit heavy (when I carry my laptop and its accessories), it bothers my shoulders a bit.

Why don't The North Face Backpacks have luggage straps anymore? From a person with neck issues, being able to attach my bag to my luggage handle is a life saver. I love everything about the is bag, except the fact that it has no luggage strap.

My bag arrived with one of the embroidered letters in the logo already fraying, so that was disappointing. As an owner of the North Face base camp duffel, I wanted something smaller than the duffel for gym shower days. Admittedly, I do not carry a laptop, so that pocket on the recon backpack isn't important to me, but I was able to fit a few items inside. I am a tall large woman, and my clothing is a 1x/2x. A change of clothing, toiletries and shower shoes all fit, but it was absolutely TIGHT. I could not fit my towel inside. Bonus that I did not think my 40oz Stanley tumbler would fit in the side pocket, but it does!

It's great quality but the mesh tore easily, also there is no more computer pocket that's separate like my last backpack. I may use for traveling but James Port for school.

Just purchased this bag and not going to use it. Have a prior version and it had a built in sleeve for my laptop and now the laptop can just flop around unsecured. Very disappointed

I love the color and looks, but it is a heavy backpack esp for travel or hikes. Also, the main compartment doesn't open up much so you can't put a whole lot in.