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The North Face Sport Hiker Waist Pack
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The North Face Sport Hiker Waist Pack

Item # 747710

$75.00

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Here's a lumbar pack for your day-hiking trail essentials—or convert it to an everyday shoulder bag for use around town.

  • Airmesh backpanel offers breathability; framesheet provides support and protection from bulky and heavy loads
  • Made from 420-denier nylon and highly abrasion resistant 1680-denier ballistic nylon with a Durable Water Repellent finish to block moisture
  • Three-point compression on hipbelt snugs the pack in toward your back for stability
  • Hipbelt has twin zip mesh pockets and can be tucked away when carrying waist pack as a shoulder bag
  • Large, zippered main compartment has a divider; front stretch storage panel lets you stash gear outside for quick access
  • Zippered front organizer pocket holds energy bars and other small items; plus, it features an internal clip for keys and an audio port
  • Dual stretch pockets provide quick access to water bottles (sold separately)
  • Removable, adjustable padded shoulder strap included
  • Carry handle, rear stash pocket and reflective accents round out features

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

Imported.

Item 747710

The North Face Sport Hiker Waist Pack Specs

Specification

Description

GenderUnisex
Frame typeFrameless
Approximate volume550 cubic inches
Approximate volume - metric9 liters
Average weight17 ounces
Average weight - metric0.48 kilograms
Adjustable torsoNo
MaterialNylon
Number of pockets5 + main compartment
Dimensions14 x 8 x 6
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The North Face Sport Hiker Waist Pack Customer Reviews

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The North Face Sport Hiker Waist Pack
 
4.3

(based on 7 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Large capacity (6)
  • Good padding (4)
  • Adjustable (3)
  • Comfortable (3)
  • Easy to load (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Day trip (5)
    • Hiking (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Avid adventurer (4)
    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Minimalist (4)

    Reviewed by 7 customers

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    Sep

    19

    2007

    (11 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    great bag for hikes less than 6hrs

    By senor boom

    from Minnesota

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Compact
    • Lightweight
    • Tough

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Day trip
      • Hiking

      Comments about The North Face Sport Hiker Waist Pack:

      Surprisingly roomy. More than enough room for the hiking essentials plus room to carry your extra layers of clothing. Very comfortable to wear on the lumbar waist, and the strap adjustments keep the pack snug to your back even when fully loaded.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (11 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

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      Jun

      17

      2008

      (9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Couldn't Ask For Better

      By Alcyone

      from Morgantown, WV

      About Me Professional Guide

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Good padding
      • Large capacity
      • Very adjustable

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Day trip
        • Hiking

        Comments about The North Face Sport Hiker Waist Pack:

        Use it 5 days a week on major day hikes. Extremely comfortable. Carry small 1st aid kit, GPS, compass, map, cell phone, snackage, car keys, and a small pair of binoculars. Plenty of room...At first I thought there was too much strap hanging down, but nothing a couple of rubber bands won't fix

        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Comfort Driven

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

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        Oct

        6

        2008

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        This baby is big!

        By Mrxyzijk

        from Cortez Bank, San Diego

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Good padding
        • Large capacity
        • Very adjustable

        Cons

        • Too big for my useage

        Best Uses

        • Day trip

        Comments about The North Face Sport Hiker Waist Pack:

        You could spend the whole day out with this baby. Water bottle holders, large storage pockets, many compartments. Great Northface quality - I have a Borealis backpack. However, it's too big for my application so it's going back...

        • Gift:
        • No
        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Minimalist

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Mar

        10

        2009

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Large capacity, highly versatile

        By Raivyn

        from San Diego, CA

        About Me Casual Adventurer

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Easy To Load
        • Good padding
        • Highly Adjustable
        • Large capacity
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Car Camping
          • Day trip
          • Hiking

          Comments about The North Face Sport Hiker Waist Pack:

          This pack is awesome. For a waist pack, it is HUGE. I had a digital camera and a light shell in the main compartment and still had room to spare. I am also able to fit my digital Rebel XT w/a moderate zoom lens inside with room for a few things. The organizer portion fits my Palm Treo, wallet, pens and other stuff. The pocket along the back is convenient for easy access to maps. The water bottle holders don't hold large bottles, so I would only use this for a short hike. If the pack isn't very full, the cinch system allows you to compress the pack so its more comfortable. The shoulder strap is a nice option; I carried it that way while in Walt Disney World a few months ago with no problem. The waist straps can tuck in, but it does make the pack a somewhat bulky shoulder bag. It is smaller than the day hiker pack, but a great option for short hikes. I don't know what the stretchy mesh in front is for, we don't really use it. We have two of these and love 'em!

          • Gift:
          • No
          • 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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          Oct

          22

          2008

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Just perfect

          By Al

          from Mankato, MN

          About Me Casual Adventurer

          Pros

          • Good padding
          • Large capacity
          • Very adjustable
          • Very convertible

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Airline underseat
            • Day trip

            Comments about The North Face Sport Hiker Waist Pack:

            I use the sport hiker with the permanent handle everyday for my commute. The belt and shoulder strap have provided situational flexibility. The straps allow for expansion and reduction as needed for the use. I even used it as an overnight bag for a quick trip while in Guatemala. The two bottle pouches doubled as holders for my compact binocular or my digital camera.

            • Gift:
            • No
            • What Is Your Gear Style:
            • Minimalist

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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            Oct

            18

            2009

             
            4.0

            Great Bag

            By JMPD

            from Denver, Co

            About Me Avid Adventurer

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Easy To Load
            • Highly Adjustable
            • Large Capacity

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Day Hikes
              • Light Loads
              • Travel

              Comments about The North Face Sport Hiker Waist Pack:

              I used the pack on trip to europe. It was a very versatile travel pack. Functioned well as a travel bag and also used it as waist pack on my day hikes. Very versatile.

              • Gift:
              • No
              • What Is Your Gear Style:
              • Minimalist

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              Oct

              14

              2009

               
              3.0

              Can't go wrong if you like it BIG!

              By VYSION

              from San Jose

              About Me Avid Adventurer

              Pros

              • Easy To Load
              • Highly Adjustable
              • Large Capacity

              Cons

              • Heavy
              • Uncomfortable

              Best Uses

              • Day Hikes
              • Extended Hikes
              • Heavy Loads
              • Light Loads

              Comments about The North Face Sport Hiker Waist Pack:

              This bag is HUGEEE! Had plenty of space for one thin jacket along with other supplies. My only gripe is that this thing is good for anyone 5'8 or taller. Not for ppl less than 5'6. Took this on a 16 mile hiking trip, it was uncomfortable because of the weight. A backpack would have suffice. This is a really nice bag if they made it smaller. You can't go wrong with TNF products. Tough and durable bag. Lots of pockets. I love waist pack (man purse) but this one is going back because it's just too big for me.

              • Gift:
              • Yes
              • What Is Your Gear Style:
              • Minimalist

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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