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The North Face Borealis II Pack

The North Face Borealis II Pack

Item # 716408
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This technical daypack moonlights as a school bag or work briefcase--with its versatility you'll never want to leave it behind.

  • Panel-loading pack offers plenty of room for gear and clothing, plus it will hold a laptop and hydration
  • Front pocket features an internal organizer for pens, pencils, wallet, electronics and other necessities
  • Small stash pocket has a water-resistant zipper; dual mesh pockets give quick access to water bottles
  • Bungee system on front pocket lets you stash a jacket or bike helmet
  • Adjustable shoulder straps, sternum strap and laminated backpanel with breathable mesh channels for ventilation and load-carrying comfort
  • Hipbelt tucks away when not in use; side compression straps help stabilize and control the load
  • Reflective accents increase your nighttime visibility to others
  • Hydration-compatible design features reservoir pocket and drink tube exit port for on-the-go hydration (reservoir & water bottles sold separately)

Please note: The North Face products can only be shipped to U.S. addresses.

Imported.

Item 716408

The North Face Borealis II Pack Specs

Specification

Description

GenderUnisex
Frame typeFrameless
Approximate volume1,850 cubic inches
Approximate volume - metric30.3 liters
Average weight2 lbs. 1 oz.
Average weight - metric0.94 kilograms
Adjustable torsoNo
MaterialNylon/Hypalon
Number of pockets4 + main compartment
Access / LoadingPanel

The North Face Borealis II Pack Customer Reviews

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The North Face Borealis II Pack
 
4.4

(based on 10 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Adjustable (9)
  • Good padding (9)
  • Large capacity (7)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Day trip (8)
    • Hiking (6)
    • School (4)
    • Car camping (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual adventurer (8)
    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Comfort driven (4)

    Reviewed by 10 customers

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    Jan

    19

    2008

    (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Well designed and comfortable to carry

    By Outdoor Professor

    from Jackson, TN

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Pros

    • Good padding
    • Large capacity
    • Very adjustable

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Day trip
      • Hiking

      Comments about The North Face Borealis II Pack:

      I wanted a well padded pack without breaking the bank. I only dayhike now and was just looking for something comfortable to carry water and snacks. I used the Borealis on several day hikes when I visited Phoenix and it was as if I wasn't even carry any gear, but I did have it somewhat loaded with camera, water, food and a few other emergency items. I really like the exterior pockets for drink bottles, they made it easy for two people to have quick access to water. I also like the pockets inside for small items. I use the pack for day hikes now but I can see many other times it will come in handy. Glad I bought it.

      • What Is Your Gear Style:
      • Comfort Driven

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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      Oct

      26

      2007

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Great Buy!

      By RedRaiderMegs

      from Lubbock, TX

      About Me Casual/ Recreational, Student

      Pros

      • Good padding
      • Great organization
      • Large capacity
      • Padded laptop storage
      • Very adjustable

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Day trip
        • School

        Comments about The North Face Borealis II Pack:

        I purchased this pack two months ago and love it. The padding is excellent and allows me to carry large loads (school texts and laptop) comfortably. Laptop compartment is large and fits my 16" widescreen. Lots of pockets, etc. for simple organizational use. Overall, this is a great, well-made product!

        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Comfort Driven

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jun

        17

        2008

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Solid pack

        By Georgia lawman

        from Georgia

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Good padding
        • Very adjustable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Day trip
          • Hiking

          Comments about The North Face Borealis II Pack:

          I have been in the market for a new day pack since my Jansport is wearing out and does not have side pockets for water bottles. I wanted a new day pack under $100.00, less than 2000 cu inches and a different manufacturer. I liked the looks of The North Face Recon and Borealis. I tried them both on and took them for a test ride in the store. The packs are identical with the exception of a front mesh panel and bottom cargo straps on the Recon instead of the bungee system on the Borealis.

          Shortly after departing the store with the Borealis, I filled my water bottles, put some snacks, rain gear and a few other items and off to the trail. This is a solid built pack that rides very well and is fairly adjustable. The hip belt is wide and supports the weight evenly (when not used it has a handy hide away in the rear panel), the sternum strap has some vertical adjustability, shoulder straps have ample adjustability and the compression straps allowed me to adjust the load as I up loaded or down loaded the pack for the day’s activities. Both shoulder straps have small D rings for attaching items and one strap has a small elastic nylon pocket for a cell phone or small item.

          The front mesh pocket of the Recon might be nice, but I find myself always getting things tangled in the mesh. The rain flap for the zipper does interfere with the zipper operation, but by folding it back you can avoid any interference. A major problem with a larger pack is you will over pack and I prefer a small pack for day hikes and this one fits the bill. My only dislike is the organizer in the second compartment. It has multiple small compartments and when filled up sags in the pack. The simple fix is only using it for small items. The pack will accept a hydration bladder and has an exit port for the drinking tube.

          Three days and three hikes gave me a short period for evaluations, but save the $10.00 between the two and get the Borealis.

          • What Is Your Gear Style:
          • Minimalist

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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          Jun

          16

          2008

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Practical, comfortable, affordable

          By EarthGirl

          from Milwaukee, WI

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          Pros

          • Fun colors
          • Good for school stuff
          • Good padding
          • Good size
          • Large capacity
          • Very adjustable

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Bike riding
            • Car Camping
            • Day trip
            • Going to school
            • Hiking

            Comments about The North Face Borealis II Pack:

            I love this Borealis backpack!
            i am going to be a camp counselor this summer and its great to hold a couple of sweatshirts,water bottles, and first aid kits. I also used this to go to school and it fits all of my high-school sized binders and books. i can't even tell that i'm carrying so much because of of the backsaving technology. great for camping and for day trips up the mountain. the anemone green is a great, fun color! best backpack i've ever had!

            • What Is Your Gear Style:
            • Comfort Driven

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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            Sep

            14

            2007

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            4.0

            Great for School/Work

            By Jaym

            from Longview, WA

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Good padding
            • Very adjustable

            Cons

            • Small Capacity

            Best Uses

            • Day trip
            • School
            • Work

            Comments about The North Face Borealis II Pack:

            I carry around my laptop (14in) in this bag and it fits nice. Lots of pockets for all sorts of stuff plus two mesh bottle holders. Loved it when I took it day hiking--waist strap and other straps adjusted well so no weight was on my shoulders.

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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            Sep

            9

            2007

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Good Schoolbag

            By Oscar

            from Renton, Washington

            Site Member

            Pros

            • durable
            • Good padding
            • Large capacity
            • Very adjustable

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • School

              Comments about The North Face Borealis II Pack:

              My son uses this for school and its perfect for him. This bag has enough space for all his things and it is very comfortable and durable. I use this bag too and its great!

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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              Jan

              1

              2008

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              This is awsome

              By reigrill

              from Fuquay-Varina, NC

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Good padding
              • Large capacity
              • Very adjustable

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Car Camping
                • Day trip
                • Hiking

                Comments about The North Face Borealis II Pack:

                This bag is going to be my new back pack for school and trips to places. This bag is very durable, comfortable , and stylish.

                • What Is Your Gear Style:
                • Comfort Driven

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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                Sep

                12

                2007

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                4.0

                Good School Backpack

                By Coxster15

                from Portland, OR

                About Me Casual/ Recreational, Student

                Site Member

                Pros

                • Good padding
                • Very adjustable

                Cons

                • Won't Hold 17" Computer

                Best Uses

                • SchoolCampus

                Comments about The North Face Borealis II Pack:

                I bought this backpack going into my senior year of high school and haven't used anything since. It has held up to A LOT of use and wet conditions. Though the many straps can get annoying for casual walking, I assume they would be useful for backpacking and/or camping. The three sections divide the backpack nicely. The only complaint I have is that the built-in laptop sleeve will not hold a 17" laptop (like mine), though a 15" will fit very nicely. Other than that it is an awesome backpack for any high school/college student.

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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                Jun

                21

                2008

                 
                4.0

                a great pack

                By tubbs

                from san francisco

                About Me Casual/ Recreational

                Site Member

                Pros

                • Large capacity
                • Very adjustable

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Day trip
                  • Hiking

                  Comments about The North Face Borealis II Pack:

                  i really like this pack. i've tried a few, both from rei and l.l. bean. this is by far the best.
                  i loaded it up pretty well today, and used both mesh spaces with full nalgene water bottles...about 15 lbs. only complaint would be that the shoulder straps rubbed me a bit on my neck....i think it will break in and be fine.
                  tons of room in this pack, and easy to use.

                  • What Is Your Gear Style:
                  • Minimalist

                  Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                  Sep

                  14

                  2007

                  (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  4.0

                  Pretty Good

                  By NorthernDan

                  from Minneapolis, MN

                  About Me Globe trotter

                  Site Member

                  Pros

                  • Good padding
                  • Large capacity

                  Cons

                  • Outer lashings

                  Best Uses

                  • Car Camping
                  • Day trip
                  • Hiking
                  • Travel

                  Comments about The North Face Borealis II Pack:

                  This is a great backpack. I used on a couple of trips over seas. The one thing I didn't like was the outer lashings. When you strap stuff it gets hard to access the other pockets. I recommend spending a little more and buying the North Face RECON. It has a mesh catch all pocket and the straps are under the bag.

                  Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                  (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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