Customer Reviews The North Face Recon

The back portion of the backpack (3rd zipper) holds my laptop! Previous review mentions it not fitting! Fits inside my NF duffle on top of all my kids stuff!

I'm a teacher and use this bag for work. It has worked out great for me. It's comfortable to wear around campus or all day at Disneyland. I am 6'2" 240 lbs and I did not have any discomfort wearing it all day. The compartments keep things well organized and the ease of access to the computer pocket and quick access pocket in the front is very useful.

Many easy to access small pockets. The laptop space keeps any 8" x 11" documents unfolded during travel.

Work backpack, great for commuting and storing everything I need. Has plenty of room; I throw groceries in it after work too.

the pack has ample room for everything needed for a plane trip. Can not wait to take it out on the trail. Feels well built.

The backpack is very sturdy and can carry a lot of items! The stretchy pouch at the front is very versatile. The backpack does stand up on its own, as long as you pack items towards the bottom of the bag. Worth it!

Great quality and design!

Very well- designed inside pockets. Comfortable to wear; doesn't overwhelm my back.

Great backpack so far. Comfortable and just the right size for day trips.

The backpack is exactly what I needed for daily work use.

Love it! Perfect amount of space and pockets. Bought it for college, but also recently used it as a carry on.

This backpack is an unbeatable product! I used my last recon for 8 years, putting it through a LOT and it lasted through everything. I decided it was time for a new backpack and there was no doubt in my mind that I'd buy a recon!

Perfect backpack for a middle school student!!!!!

Speedy shipping! Item as described!! Very pleased with product; high quality!

Great day pack, plenty of room for a quick change of cloths and whatever I want to carry. Like the water bottle pockets- especially this summer. Light weight enough to use daily.

The Recon was great for my recent 10-day trip to the Baltics. Excellent storage capacity, great organization options and durable construction. The outside expandable "pouch" is brilliant for easy access and the side pockets securely hold up to 36oz bottles. The unique shoulder strap attachment points should be a new industry standard - very smart. Looking forward to the next exploration!

Great laptop bag for work. Nice felt lined pockets in front for electronics. Nice large water bottle holders and great attach points for accessories. Perfect size for me.

I this back pack every day for school has lots of pockets and room only negative is that the straps kinda just hang

It holds everything that I need as a student, and I can also take it out on trips and stuff. I prefer it over the Borealis because it holds my tall water bottle a lot better.

Husband loves it!!

This backpack is the best one that I ever had, i would recommend to everyone, since the daily worker, the student, to the adventurer. I use everyday for everything, specially for my hiking, climbing, and beach days, because i can take everything, safely and with stylish!

Already in love with this pack...and finally TNF is bringing back a little camouflage for us real men. What can I say more? It's just a great pack, with cool branding and a great layout of pockets and pouches...just buy it!

I use it for everyday essentials. Easy to fit laptop and some clothes if necessary.

My backpack is an essential part of my everyday routine and I cannot see myself being able to function without it.i love my recon backpack

This is my second recon since 2008. I'm sure this one will last even longer. My 13 inch laptop and cords fits with ease in the computer compartment. The large compartment I can put anything, but I fold or role clothes up in there. I also like that some compartments are lined to prevent/reduce scratched. Comfortable to carry.