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Recon Backpack

The North Face

Current Price $125.00
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Details & care

This spacious pack features a laptop sleeve, FlexVent injection-molded shoulder straps and a comfortable, padded mesh back panel with a spine channel. The optional waist belt offers added support and the front compartment comes complete with an organizer. Strategically placed reflective trim offers 360-degree low-light visibility, and an array of external and internal pockets means there's a spot for all of your gear.

  • Two-way top-zip closure
  • Top carry handle; sternum strap with whistle buckle; optional waist belt
  • Exterior fleece-lined zip pocket; front mesh pocket; two side mesh pockets; reflective light loop
  • Interior zip and wall pockets; padded laptop compartment (fits most 15" laptops)
  • Nylon or polyester/nylon
  • Spot clean
  • Imported
  • Men's Furnishings
  • Item #1101033
  • Core Product ID 3333332WU8

Size info

  • 19 ¼"H x 13"W x 7"D. (Interior capacity: extra-large.)
  • 2.6 lb.

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The North Face

Exploration is its oxygen--shaping who The North Face is, what it stands for and what it strives for. Because the path of discovery is also a path of progression. To see the world beyond the map and reimagine what each of us can accomplish. Since 1966, The North Face has continually explored new ways to make a difference for each other and our planet.

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(1928)19284.7 out of 5
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Most helpful positive review

Mar 16, 2020Incentivized review

Great travel backpack

Giving 5 stars even though I decided to return. It's a perfect travel backpack but just too much for someone who is only commuting to work. I loved that is has it's own dedicated laptop pocket and that there's so much room but it was just too much for me. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for a good amount of space in a bag!
LaurenG23
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Most helpful critical review

Dec 12, 2020

Worst backpack EVER!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Hello! To begin I got a north face backpack a couple of years ago and loved it! It lasted for years! However I bought one with my own money last year and the quality is just awful! The pockets tear so much so that I can't put my water bottle in on either side! I will NOT be buying one again!
A student
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Mar 16, 2020Incentivized review

Great travel backpack

Giving 5 stars even though I decided to return. It's a perfect travel backpack but just too much for someone who is only commuting to work. I loved that is has it's own dedicated laptop pocket and that there's so much room but it was just too much for me. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for a good amount of space in a bag!
Verified purchase
LaurenG23
4found this helpful
Sept 24, 2019Incentivized review

we take this bad boy to Disney

We don’t use this bag for school or work... we take it to Disney for those grueling park days with no break back at the hotel. We are park commandos and go from open til close. This backpack has seen many airport and theme park trips and has never missed a beat. Holds anything we need and more while being comfortable and a decent size to lug around all day.
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Rebeezy
3found this helpful
Jan 18, 2020

Would buy again.

This pack rocks. Bought for my son that’s in college. He loves it. It has a hard back so if he drops it with his laptop, it’ll absorb the shock. Good looking. Also has side pockets for water bottle.
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Snowbasin
1found this helpful
Oct 28, 2026

Recon

Best backpack you could buy, never had bought anything else
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Brandon P
Oct 28, 2026

Great Bag, Great Price

Plenty of room, I use it for a carry-on when traveling.
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Jack88
Oct 26, 2026

Perfect bag for trips

Great size and materials, it is what I expected…..
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DukeKmilo
Oct 20, 2026

The Ultimate Everyday & Adventure Pack!

I absolutely love the Recon backpack! The 30-liter capacity is the perfect sweet spot-it easily fits my 16-inch laptop, books, and daily essentials without feeling overly bulky. The FlexVent suspension system makes it incredibly comfortable to carry, even when fully loaded. I also really appreciate the dedicated fleece-lined pocket for my sunglasses and the large front mesh pocket for quickly stashing a jacket. It's durable, well-organized, and works just as well for my daily commute as it does for a weekend day hike. Highly recommend!
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yyogi___
Oct 8, 2026

Recon still going strong 25 years later

I bought my recon 25+ years ago. It has endured through multiple years in scout outings, day hikes. It has visited multiple states and countries with me, resistant to rain. Carried enough on every day hike in multiple seasons. Zippers still in great shape. Only part that wore out were elastic bands on bottle carriers which were easily replaced. Great pack.
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nemo
Sept 29, 2026

Great backpack

Great for back to school. Stong and durability for the amount of stuff he puts in his book bag
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Tom
Sept 22, 2026

Perfect bag

It's just a backpack, but done well. Perfect amount of space & organization. Large main pouch & outside stash-pouch mesh. I've used mine almost daily in NYC for the past year & it's held up great. The only thing it needed was some waterproof spray because it will soak through in a heavy rain. Only complaint is they still use regular cotton thread for the name/logo stitching so it does fray after a while. Not really a big deal but just kind of weird they don't use a stronger thread for that so it lasts as long as the rest of the bag.
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Whatever
Sept 13, 2026

Not as Roomy as original Recon

VERY DISAPPOINTED that the new Recon I just purchased is not as roomy as my 2011 Recon. It’s about half of what I am used to. I was going to send it back, but, I decided to keep it for short trips where I don’t need as much storage. I was looking forward to the upgrade, but, unfortunately it’s not what I was expecting.
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thenorthface.com response
We’re sorry to hear this and truly appreciate you sharing your feedback. We’ve sent you an email so we can learn more and help make things right. When you have a moment, we’d love to hear from you!
Flyfisherman
Sept 2, 2026

Worst backpack I ever used

I bought the backpack with a lot of hope. It was such an uncomfortable backpack. The ergonomics was so bad that it was hurting my back. Had way more expectation with such an expensive backpack.
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thenorthface.com response
We’re sorry to hear this and truly appreciate you sharing your feedback. We’ve sent you an email so we can learn more and help make things right. When you have a moment, we’d love to hear from you!
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