Customer Reviews The North Face Borealis

Like most of you i came looking for a new backpack for school. I need to know if the borealis would fit everything I needed. So I went through all these reviews looking for the answer. Since it 50/50 saying it fits everything and others saying to small. I decided to just buy the backpack and if it was to small i'd return it. I was lucky to get it on sale and in this pretty aqua and lime green thats not shown above. Now for the backpack. It fits absolutely everything. After your done stuffing it you think oh it could probably fit another book, after you put that book in it just keeps going. Heres a list of everything i put in it. 13in macbook pro with its case 1in binder 5 folder 5 notebooks a kindle And that was just in the main compartment. You can fit a lot more in the other ones. Im very happy that this backpack worked out because it pretty color and was on sale. I must say though its summer time right now so i havent actually tested it for school. But thats all the stuff i carried last year. It is also very comfortable to wear. In the store it felt really weird but as soon as you adjust it and stick things in it works. Also when its stuff it doesnt even look big at all. My only complaint is the backpack cant stand up. No matter how much stuff is in it. The back falls over which is annoying but i can deal with it.

I use this backpack on a daily basis for my classes at school. I currently take 6 periods and this backpack can fit everything I need. It is a little long for my petite body, but I love the features on it. I like the double straps in the front and how the built in whistle can be used for "Stranger Danger" haha! It also has these small reflective squares in the front that glow from a certain angle, so you can be spotted in the dark at night. It's not very noticeable in the day in the light. I have gotten this backpack in the Teaberry Pink color and I've got to say, it's color is virtually the same to the color on the screen when I picked it out. It is a little chunky at times, even if there is not that much stuff in this backpack, but I can overlook it's chunkiness with its practicality. Overall, this is a very lovely backpack and I will be using it for years to come; not just for school, but hiking too.

This is an awesome backpack and I use it all the time!

Definitely recommend this product! I had this backpack for four years and it was awesome! Carried it in college and I used it when I was travelling around Europe. Durable and long-lasting, it only died when there was a fire at my house and I couldn't get the smell out, but my laptop was in the bag and it was fine! I miss this backpack and I am ordering the Northface Surge II to replace it. I am sure I will like it just as much!

Excellent quality, easy to use and lots of compartments - which I love! Perfect size for my small laptop and a few folders/books. Bungees on outside usually holds my lunch and the small pouch on the top front is perfect for keys, gum, lip balm and other small items that you need quick access to. I think it will be perfect as day pack as well. Not too big, not too small, but just right!

Definitely a great buy, couldn't be happier. Thank you!

I am a college student and use this backpack for school. It is the best backpack that I have ever owned. I can barely feel what I am carrying on my back and after one semester it has held up incredibly well and still looks brand new. It is a great backpack and a great investment since it will last forever and is also good for your back.

Just as expected. High quality and stylish.

So happy I purchased! I commute to NYC 5 days a week & this back pack is just perfect for my long day. Not bulky and the padded back and straps are so comfortable! Not digging into my shoulders like other styles. Highly recommended!

I love everything about this backpack. It does become a little snug with a 3" binder, 3 books, scientific calc, wallet and pencils etc. but this backpack makes me forget that I have such a heavy load because of the awesome support, well worth holding a binder if needed. This is perfect for a college backpack. It's not too big and not too small, very stylish and sporty. Well worth the pretty penny.

I really enjoy shopping at Zappos online! Great prices and it only takes 3-4 days for shipping so it's a great convenience! This bookbag is really great and roomy. It's a great way to keep organized! I would recommend it to anyone!

Hands down, the best backpack I have ever owned. It fits everything that I need for school. I wear this backpack practically all day when I'm walking around campus and my back and shoulders never hurt! Definitely got what I paid for. Highly recommend for those in college that walk around a lot.

Great backpack! Actual color is just a bit darker, but it is an overall great product! College is going great with it.

I am a college student so I need a school bag that is going to fit my needs. It is spacious, comfortable, has plenty storage, and is stylish. I love it!

On the website the color looks pink but in person it is actually a maroon red color.

My granddaughter loves this backpack. Holds all her stuff perfectly and it's very cute

I was going to use it for day hikes but I returned it because it was too heavy. Amazing color

I love my back pack and the color is perfect

Great bag! Organization is superb!

Extremely nice backpack. My only nit is that the bungie cord in the front doesn't have enough slack to loosen it up enough. It's restricting the interior of the bag space due to the tight/short cord. I'll have to figure out how to modify it.

I enjoy the product, it's a great book bag, has enough space, used it in the rain nothing way wet. 10/10

Love the color. I used it on a flight, perfect size, ample space. The cords came in handy.

Bought this for our daughter, who is in High school. She loved the backpack and the size of it. Last one she had from the North Face was in Middle school "Jester".

Feels like good quality, lots of pockets which is great, my 13" laptop fits perfectly.

The backpack's color is beautiful, and like all the brand's products, it's durable, useful, and attractive.