Customer Reviews The North Face Borealis

I use the product for school. I had a really hard time finding one that would fit all of my books, binders, laptop, etc. without hurting my back. This one does just the trick.

I love the quality of the material and the technology behind this backpack. It makes my heavy books feel super light weight!

I use it for school. I walk around a fairly big college campus and it keeps all my books and laptop tightly packed and dry. Not only does it do a great job with storing a lot of small to even large iteams but it is very astetically pleasing!

This back pack is phenomenal! Very sturdy and my daughter loves the color and the padding! Perfect for heavy loads

That backpack it's awesome especially when I travel to Bolivia because I went to the mountains and helps me a lot to carry my stuff. Especially water because it is very hot over there

I just picked this up while traveling in Portland. It is replacing a smaller messenger bag which just wasn't up to traveling. Right away, after loading it up for my walk to work, I knew it was very confortable. It really sold me at the airport though, when they informed me my suitcase was overweight. Instead of the $75 fee, I stuffed the Borealis full and so it almost paid for itself. Even overstuffed and with sneakers and a rain jacket in the external straps, it was still very comfortable. A great bag!

Needed a new backpack to replace a trusted Jansport that just couldn't withstand the transition from college to grad school and lots of field work. I have other North Face products, including a fantastic large duffel, and so I went here first. I saw the Borealis backpack and decided to give it a chance. Ultimately, I wanted something comfortable with lots of storage options (like water bottle pockets) and organizational ability. This bag delivers on all counts. It is "designed for women" with nice structural accommodations and since I am 5'3", I needed a shorter torso design and shoulder support. I feel like I can take this bag to class or camping or on a ship and it could withstand years of use!

This is the most comfortable backpack I have ever owned. I had no idea what a difference the strap design would make for women. I was slightly worried it would look funny but it actually looks very flattering! The backpack has tons of storage organizers built in, my only complaint is as the backpack gets full it is difficult to access things in the front pocket because it is so thin.

I use the backup for school, and it manages to keep all my books and supplies organized. I'm able to safely store my laptop away from my heavy books on the padded compartment. The backpack fits all the textbooks I need(which is a lot), and I don't have to carry any because they don't fit. Also the padded back makes it more comfortable to wear the heavy backpack. Also there is an extra storage compartment where I can keep extra little things I need with them being destroyed by my textbooks.

I have used it for college to camping and I have found no flaws

I bought this product with the intention of using it for school. This backpack can hold my laptop, notebooks, binders and even textbooks! I would really recommend this bag for any college student. I love how this bag can hold my laptop safely so that I don't need a case for it.

Bought this bag for school and work. Fits my Macbook Air 13" snugly with a case on it. Has my Ipad Air in it's compartment snug as well. Plenty of compartments for pens, notepads, cords for your electronics. Main compartment with the laptop sleeve has plenty of room to bring your lunch, books, and whatever else you might need. Excellent back support, in fact it is rigid and you won't be able to fold this bag or roll it up. Did not try hiking with it, but seems comfortable. Laptop sleeve could be used as a hydration bag since it is stretchable and has a hole leading out of the bag for your tube to drink out of. Overall all of the pockets in this bag hold everything every tight, yet stretchable by a surprising margin. Great bag overall, been looking for this type of bag for a long time and glad I made that purchase. Seems like it will last me a while.

I love this backpack so much. Its so convenient and cute. I highly recommend

Perfect size. I love the laptop compartment. Easily accessible pckets

The look, color and feel of this backpack is what made me buy it. The feel on my back, the roominess, and pockets will have me loving it for a long time to come. I bought another two -- one for each kid! Great idea for holiday gifts.

It is so durable and comes in great colors. Although it might seem rather small in person, it can still fit a lot of my books and folders!

I love this product. Great accessibility. Makes my commute from my dorm to my class effortless.

Comfortable and spacious! The pockets are big enough for multiple supplies needed for your everyday activities especially school books.

Bought it to tour around a couple of cities in the states. Bags of space, comfortable and different compartments to store different products! Will also be using it to hit the office as well as day trips out with children once vacation has finished! Would highly recommend!!

I bought this backpack for school and it is working really well. I love how there's several pockets for each thing. My only complaint is that the pocket for the laptop is a little small.

I originally bought a fashion backpack for school and after the second day I came home and ordered the Borealis backpack. I think this is the best decision I've ever made, its so comfortable and makes it easy to stay organized because of how many pockets there are. I carry a lot of books and my laptop so I needed something that will help make carrying all my supplies much easier. I also feel extremely safe having my laptop in my bag! Its such a high quality backpack and I love the way it looks that I truly feel I need to buy one in every color!

So comfy. 10/10 highly recommend

This backpack is awesome! I bought it for college and so far, it's been very comfortable and spacious. I plan to take it hiking and camping later on to see how well it holds up, but I have 100% confidence that it'll work great!

I Chose this backpack because of the high quality and the black awith black straps seemed great

I use this backpack for work & school and it is perfect for both. super easy to load and unload and hold more than you think.