Customer Reviews The North Face Borealis Mini Backpack

This is a great backpack. It fits 2 outlet of water, camera, layered top, music speaker. Love. Great for day hiking.

It is the size I expected and I am happy with it. There is loose threading on it which is why I am giving 4 stars. Other than that, it's great for putting small items in.

I'm using this bag for the gym and it's perfect. I'm able to store all the necessities including gym gear all in one bag. The back support gives it a comfortable wear and the elastic straps makes it easier to hook on oversized gear. Absolutely recommend this bag for everyday wear as well. Love it!!

Can carry an 11 inch ipad & much more very handy

Bought this for a Christmas gift. Item is in perfect condition and I love it

It is awesome! The perfect size, nice pockets/ separation. I'm a plus size woman and the straps are comfortable and long enough

The absolutely cutest little outdoor backpack! Not cheap material and very tough. Love the interior pocket

Bought for my daughter who is in college and she loves it! She has a long walk on campus and this is an easy way for her to carry things she needs.

I use these as purses for traveling and hiking. I've purchased several colors. Able to hold so much but still small enough to be easy to carry anywhere.

I use these as purses for traveling and hiking. I've purchased several colors. Able to hold so much but still small enough to be easy to carry anywhere.

Over the last month or so, I bought and tested several of TNF's "mini-backpack" series, and this by far is the best. I tested the Bozer mini, Berkely mini, and even a couple X-body shoulder bags. They were all too small, this one is the most realistic for mini backpacks

the backpack is amazing, the size is just perfect, beautiful color and pattern. i took it with me on my vacation last week and it didn't tear. it's very lightweight, it has lots of pockets and it has very comfortable padding on the back. this backpack is perfect for everyday use as well as for adventuring. i really recommend buying this if you're looking for a mini backpack that's not too small and not too big and super lightweight.

I'm a petite person, less than 100#; starting to travel. Purchased a new Mini Borealis 10L Backpack; Travelled fully loaded with my mini, then went on a hike in Hawaii; both times very comfortable, padded backpack in the back lends so much comfort while it was fully loaded. The straps are wonderful not too thick. There are two key holders on both sides of the straps and having the keys available right on the straps was perfect. Not hunting for my keys was a huge plus after ending my PM shift. Mini pocket on the side fits perfectly with my extended battery iPhone. CON: There is a slight drawback on the strap. Where the strap is connected to the backpack it started to fray pretty badly and that compromised the integrity of the whole backpack. It could have been prevented had the strap ends were sealed properly. I'm hoping it was just a fluke accident. I have purchased many heavy book backpacks and never had the strap frayed so badly. I'm giving it a 4-Stars.

Fav backpack. Bring it with me everywhere. So cute and compact. Doesn't fully fit my MacBook Air 11" like I can't zip the entire backpack without a corner peaking out. I wish it was bigger by like 2 inches to fit the corner. I would buy in another color.

A must for traveling!

Fav backpack. Bring it with me everywhere. So cute and compact. Doesn't fully fit my MacBook Air 11" like I can't zip the entire backpack without a corner peaking out. I wish it was bigger by like 2 inches to fit the corner. I would buy in another color.

Good quality. Very cute. I use it on hikes with ybdig to carry his water and treats.

The bungee cord ripped the first time I used the backpack.

Use as my purse.

I love the inner pockets to help you separate items. It has a great little pocket for your sunglasses. The strap is not well thought out. It is too short if you have a broad chest or breasts. It's great if you're a tiny person.

I was very excited when I received my package but the strap seems like it's made for a child. Also, I have large breasts and it's not an option unless I want to hook the strap under one of them--this was not considered.

The pocket for a water bottle is simply too small to accommodate anything other than a disposable plastic bottle. It is also not deep enough and looks very awkward with anything that does fit. The pack I received is also not metallic white but gray, which I actually don't mind. My issue is just with the water bottle pocket. If it's going to be as small as it is, I think it should also include a water bottle, Very disappointed in the design and was going to use it on a trip to the Middle East.

Where have you been all my life!?!? I love love love this back pack! It’s perfect for a day hike and everyday:) i’m 5’7” 125lbs- it doesn’t look ridiculously teeny tiny, and it’s can fit more than 6 cans of beer.

This backpack does fit a 500ml chilly's bottle in the side pocket (1st version) also can fit 1L chilly's bottle in main compartment (2nd version). Nearly didn't buy because I thought a water bottle wouldn't fit. Delivery was delayed 3 days which meant I wouldn't take it on my hiking trip so would recommend buying well in advance. Perfect size for me as normal backpacks swallow me.

Absolutely love this mini backpack! Purchased this before a road trip to Yellowstone and Colorado. Perfect day hiking bag. Able to keep essentials close whether in the city or out in nature.