Customer Reviews The North Face Recon

Use this backpack mainly for my daily office commute and business travel, and it is well suited for that. Really like the separate laptop compartment. Planning to also use it for hiking during my holidays, should be fine for that too (although field testing will still need to be done).

I've been wanting to get a new backpack for a while now and I'm really glad I got this one. It's very good quality, I already know it's going to last me years. The color is super cute and simple. And there are so many pockets for a slim backpack.

I use this backpack for school and travel, the backpack was everything I need in one and more.

very fast delivery. Like all the pockets. a little heavier than what I thought

It's really nice and compact! When I first got it, the bag was really stiff and it bummed me out a bit but that was when I hadn't broken it out yet - like when you get new shoes. It's really comfortable, a helps make stand straight since the bag stands tall, (doesn't stand on its own ;( ) and it feels really well made, vv nice. One thing I wish there was more room? Sure I use it for school but it feels so tight when it's supposed to be able to carry more than the borealis. Anyways, that's really my only issue. :) but do your research!

I use this backpack everyday to organize my things and carry my things back and forth to work. I also take it to travel and hike

I love North Face the previous bag lasted me many years from high school to after college so this is only my second bag but I know I'll be using them for years to come

I just got this backpack after my old one broke, and this one is great! It fits all my book and laptop perfectly. It is a little stiff, but hopefully it will loosen up with time.

Good for school notebooks and iPad Room for water bottle and sweatshirt.

Everything is very good about this backpack; however, after 3ish months of use the side pockets ripped, but I contacted customer survive and send me out a new one.

Needed a new bag for work and light travel. Looking forward to seeing how this holds up.

I'm a college student so it would be great!

Bought this for teenage grandson.

I am a full-time student and have been using this backpack for about a year and a half. I love it. However, I've found that this bag has its pros and cons. The Recon has room for lots of storage with its various pockets both in and on the bag, making it easier for me to stay organized. The bag appears very sleek and simple, yet stylish, which I am a huge fan of. However, one thing I am not too fond of is the condition of the mesh water bottle pockets. I never expected my water bottle to leave such noticeable tears in the pockets, especially after not being in either one for very long. I carry around a 32 oz. Hydro Flask in my bag, and maybe I'm at fault for thinking I could do so without causing any damage, but I'm still disappointed with the pockets' durability. Quite honestly, I get a little sad when I look at the pockets because I feel like the bag doesn't look as nice anymore, and that maybe I'm not getting all of my moneys worth out of it. I'm not sure if the warranty still applies to me/my bag, but if it does, I would absolutely love it if TNF team could reach out and let me know. Regardless, I think this bag is wonderful, and extremely efficient, and I most definitely recommend it to those looking at it.

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I ordered this product to use for college. I love it! I got the vintage white and new taupe green colored one, the white is a little less vibrant in person than online. I still really love the look of the backpack. A common complaint in the reviews was that the backpack cannot stand on its own, this is true. However, when filled it stands easier. The reason it does not stand on its own is because of the back support, which I would rather have than have my backpack stand freely. The only other thing is that the straps are a little uncomfortable, but its a fairly new backpack so with time it will probably get more comfortable. I expected to have more space in the middle packet, but it is enough room for what I need. Despite these few negatives, the backpack is great!

I have been using your products for years and I refuse to use any other brand. What I love about your company is that you not only make high quality products, but you guys also take customer satisfaction very seriously and constantly strive to make your products better and better. I purchased the Women's Recon Backpack (TNF + Burnt Coral) a few months back and I have to say that I absolutely love it. The colors are gorgeous and it really is the best backpack out there. As a graduate student in an intense program I need a backpack that is going to be of the best quality. Your recon backpack delivers. As much as I love this new version of the recon backpack, I still would like to offer some feedback/suggestions. 1) The last TNF backpack I had was the older version of the Borealis (the classic version still available on your website). Although I consider my new recon of even higher quality (materials wise), one thing I loved about my old Borealis was that the pockets stretched out/were very roomy. They were similar to the Jansport-style big student backpack. I know that Jansport is a sibling company of yours so I think if you could find a way to mesh both styles into one TNF backpack, that would be amazing (2 much larger main compartments that stretch out that can fit binders, textbooks+ 1 front utility compartment with an organizer that goes all the way down + 1 laptop compartment all the way in the back). So basically what you guys have now but with one more large main compartment and an organizer that goes all the way down. 2) A backpack that can stand up and not fall over 3) Whoever suggested to bring in that burnt coral/rose gold design needs a pay raise from your company. ALL OF MY FRIENDS love the burnt coral/rose gold accents on my backpack. Please continue to make styles that incorporate the burnt coral/rose gold colors. This is one of the "in" colors right now and I know anything with rose gold tends to sell like hot cakes!

Great everyday bag for office and school

I generally love this backpack, had one in middle/high school for 5+ years, so you know they're durable. I recently repurchased the updated design as a junior in college b/c I wanted something that could hold my laptop, books, water bottle, etc for the trek to/day on campus. The most annoying detail about it, which other reviewers mention, is that it doesn't stand up on its own, and even if you prop it, it usually slides to the ground. I didn't think it would be a big deal, but it gets super annoying after a while- something about the way the pockets are arranged or something must distribute the weight unevenly. The other issue I have is that my back gets really hot/sweaty when I wear this (not an issue with other brands I've used, same amount of stuff being carried). So it would be nice to have that area more breathable somehow. On the plus side, it does have a lot of room, the quality is great, and I love that there are two mesh water bottle pockets. The laptop section is very roomy as well.

Black camo has glitter/sparkles on it. Not sure why this wasn't labeled as women's. Sparkles aren't for me.

I use this backpack daily, I just wish it was a bit more flashy.

I use the backpack for school!

I bought this backpack for high school and loved it. It fit all my things but wasn't bulky. However, after about 2 years both side pockets ripped completely through and my water bottle would always fall out if I put it in. I brought it in to be fixed and was pleasantly surprised that they replaced the whole backpack! The only thing is it took a very long time to get the replacement and that did not communicate well - I had to call in several times to ask.

My daughter asked me specifically to get this bag for her first year in HS. Although it's pricey, I figured it will last her until graduation, The bag is so sturdy.... so hopefully it will hold up! One thing I would suggest is make the main compartment a little bigger, On gym days, my kid takes an extra bag for her gym shirt and pants because she couldn't fit these 2 items in the bag with the regular notebooks and books she takes to school.

Wish this had one or two additional main storage areas. Doesn't accommodate as much as I thought it would. Seems strong and sturdy; hoping it will last a long time.