Customer Reviews The North Face Recon

I use the product for my college classes. I like that it has a variety of compartments and helps me to stay organized with my many classes as a nursing student. I'm confident this backpack will last me years like my last one did!

Bought this for my Senior in H.S. He loves how practical it is bc he can fit his laptop and books.

I love this backpack but unfortunaelty it is already starting to break down and I have only been using it for 4 weeks. I purchased the backpack in July and started using it at the end of July when I started school. It fits everything and the pockets are great. However, today I noticed that the stitching on the straps was completly undone on one side. I carry the packback to and from the car to school but besides that, it sits in one place all day. There is absolutely no reason the stitching should be completely undone after 4 weeks of use. I looked at the other strap and the stitching on that side is starting to come apart but not nearly as bad as the other side. I am very disappointed because I have used North Face backpacks for years and never had this problem. Not sure if mine is a dud or not but the quality is not where it used to be. I want to send it for repair or warranty but the process is so inconvenient. It would involve mailing the backpack back for them to repair which the website says could take 4-6 weeks. So I would not have a backpack to use to for school for that time.

Love the durable material. The amount of space it's to love for and it's not bulky so it's the perfect backpack. My daughter just started college and she is in love .

Great quality as usual from The North Face. Size was a bit smaller than expected with main compartment not as spacious as I hoped for. Also the number of straps is overwhelming for normal use. Half of them could likely be eliminated without affecting the core functionality of the backpack.

I use this for class, and I couldn't be happier. It feels so spacious yet disperses the weight really well so it is never too heavy

Looks great on my high schooler. Narrow and long. Holds a lot of things but a little snug if you are putting gym clothes with shoes.

Good design, but not enough interior space for school use.

It works well; it just has some minor blemishes on the material that expose some parts of the backpack.

I really like the comfort of the backpack. I don't love the pocket placement and size. The small front one doesn't go to the bottom of the bag. As this is where I place all my knickknacks, I would have liked it a little deeper. I also feel the front stretch pocket could get loose after a while.

Durable, classy, size efficient. Always looks good.

I use it for high school

Very sturdy and durable. Has a lot of compartments for storage.

This is the second Recon backpack I've owned. The first, which I've had for 10+ years, is still going strong but has been taken over by my teenage son. It's perfect for everyday use and travel. All the right zippers and compartments in all the right locations.

Great holds all my stuff and protects the laptop

absolutely love this backpack! has lasted me for a long time! It's very durable and spacious. totally recommend!!

Great backpack with nice back support. Laptop is very protected.

I've been using this backpack for the past month and it's held up well and has exceeded expectations. It has plenty of space and holds everything I need it to.

There are many different storage packets and the back has extra cushion for support. It also can hold a 17 inch backpack.

Love the backpack - my laptop fits perfectly inside it, and I love all the extra compartment space. Would highly recommend this backpack for anyone who needs a good laptop bag/backpack.

I use this as my school backpack for University and I am impressed with the capability of this backpack! It is very durable and has very useful compartments for school. The waterproof bottom area is especially useful considering that I am going to school in a very rainy/snowy area! Great backpack overall!

I love these products. The latest backpack is great. My son loves it.

Sad to return this bag-- Nice style, good sensible placement/size pockets for organization, and especially liked the easy access to the nicely padded laptop compartment. But the straps are so stiff, with an odd curvature. They are contoured to fit a specific body type. maybe a built man with thick shoulders and upperbody? Was not comfortable for a medium built, 14 year old teen boy, 135 lbs., about 5'7. Otherwise a nice bag!

Seems sturdy but don't know yet. Looks great and many pockets. Taller than other packs. My sone is using it for school and likes it.

Perfect for my high school student. Enough room for everything while making things organized. Never go wrong with NF products.