Customer Reviews The North Face Women's Jester Backpack

Great for traveling

Great backpack! Plenty of storage for a variety of items. Also very lightweight! I used this for a hike and I could hardly feel it on my back!

Well made. Good size but too top heavy if you put things in the front top pocket

I researched bags for 2 weeks before I commited to this one in the fall of 2019. I wanted this for its smaller size and pocket features, and for cost it was cheaper than the competition. That fall I had incredible issues as none of my college texts fit into the bag, my bag became dedicated to simple my laptop and pens/highlighters (the laptop pocket was inconvenient because the lip of the zipper would catch it nearly every time I pulled it out, will definitely be looking in the future for a bag with a separate laptop zipper pocket) and the outside bungie cord held onto my hammock that I took everywhere with me so I could hammock in the park on campus in between classes. The outside pocket takes up space inside the bag instead of pushing out so that took away more space and if I had paperback books in the bottom of the bag I would have to take everything out to reach them. Very inconvenient. In addition to all of this I also rode my bike 3 miles to school everyday, and the flex ventilation did not help I would be soaked in sweat everyday. Now with COVID I only used this backpack for that one fall semester in 2019, I have recently brought it back into action in Granby, CO where I am a camp counselor and we have to have daypacks with rain gear, warm layers, 2 nalgenes, sunscreen, bug spray, and a first aid kit everywhere we go. The first 3 weeks went smoothly with again the space issues where I would have to take everything out to find things in the bottom of my bag. The fourth week hit this Sunday and the zipper has come off it's trak out of nowhere and I've had to resort to safety pinning it until I have a chance to go to a larger city with an outdoors outfitter to pick up a new daypack. The highs here are around 70 and I find I'm still sweating significantly more than normal where the bag rests on my back. I'm 5'2 and the bag has developed a weird curve perhaps because of my torso being shorter and it's not the most comfortable.

I have an older Recon backpack I've had for years, but I wanted a slightly smaller one to use for work. This pack fits my laptop and other peripherals nicely and feels comfortable on my back. As other reviewers have mentioned, I do wish the front compartment is extended all the way down instead of being just the top half of the bag. It is a little top heavy because of it. I can't comment on durability, but I do hope this pack will give me years use.

Great quality and simple and clean design

I use this bag for college and I really love it. It's very lightweight and offers great back support.

I use this for traveling and love the size, color and how supportive the straps are

Light, compact. Very useful!

For overnight & day tripping

This backpack is super comfortable! I recently took it on a trip and I was able to fit everything that I needed and had no backaches or pain. The chest strap and the back panel are among my favorite features, perfect for those long hauls. Overall I love this backpack and will recommend it to anyone who asks!

It's a really durable backpack, although I just ordered my second one after having the first for 4 years and am really frustrated they don't have the outside pocket go all the way down anymore. I don't know why they would change it.

I love North Face backpacks! This is my second one and I will continue to use North Face!

This backpack is the perfect mix of stylish and practical. I love the rose gold design, but it comfortably fits books, my computer, and any other travel needs I may have!

Needed a new bag for work, and decided to go for a backpack instead of a tote to save my back. This is so comfy and exactly what I needed. Fits a chromebook and many other materials.

I use this backpack to travel to/from class and when I fly as my carry on. I love the roomy interior and the small front zipped pocket for essentials. The backpack is super comfortable to carry. I also love the black with rose gold design.

This is amazing! I love it!! Great for travel and for everyday use!

I used this backpack when we went to a theme park and it was great for storing water bottles and a change of clothes for my youngest.

I use this product for school and it has enough room to hold my lab top, books and supplies.

I love everything about this backpack except the front pocket is not deep enough. I would like to see a zipper at the bottom of the pocket to expand the depth.

We go on a lot of family hikes and this is the perfect backpack. I can fit my all my baby's diaper bag essentials, plus water, snacks for everyone else!

I love this backpack! I use it for school and for travel as well as occasional hiking trips! Honestly the best and most comfortable backpack around. Super useful.

Easy to use and the right size to take on a hike.

Love this! It's very light weight and the straps are well padded. I use it to carry mine and my children's things when hiking so comfort is a necessity!! It's perfect!!

This is the best backpack purchase I've ever made. Such wonderful quality and last for ever! For abs affordable price