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A quintessential get-out-of-town bag for work trips or camping trips, The North Face Router pack has space enough for your weekend gear—large laptop and all.
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View the The North Face Router Product LineView all The North Face Travel Daypacks| Best Use | Travel |
|---|---|
| Bag Style | Backpack |
| Gear Capacity (L) | 40 liters |
| Gear Capacity (cu. in.) | 2,441 cubic inches |
| Number of Exterior Pockets | 5 + main compartment |
| Hipbelt | Yes |
| Laptop Compartment | Yes |
| Fits Laptop Size (in.) | 17 inches |
| Carry-On | Yes |
| Material(s) | Solid: 210-denier recycled ripstop nylon with non-PFC durable water repellent (DWR) finish; heather: 300-denier heathered recycled polyester with non-PFC DWR finish |
| Dimensions | 21 x 12.5 x 9 inches |
| Weight | 2 lbs. 15 oz. |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
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After one year of regular use for school, the backpack is ruined. And their warranty is a joke. Never buying NF backpacks again.
I only purchased this one because the smaller North Face backpack was out of stock. The smaller one lasted me for several years and was only recently damaged beyond what a manufacturer could expect. This one has the same premium quality that I experienced before with North Face products. I'm slightly larger than the average person (6'4, 250 plus) and this backpack fits me comfortably. It holds a lot, and has is really comfortable to wear and easy to pack. I highly recommend it!
Durable and roomy with several pockets. Loving it! Can pack what I need for a 3 day getaway.
I’ve had the router a couple years ago. It’s a phenomenal backpack and I’ve been waiting for the right time to purchase this and as usual REI, which is a phenomenal awesome company has gave me that opportunity. This backpack is exactly what I needed is 40 L. it’s adorable. It’s North face simply put we all know about the pockets and what I can do. It has a phenomenal warranty which I’ve always stayed With North face for that reason and now partnering up with REI I couldn’t ask for a great opportunity. Happy hunt.
I know this is travel backpack. But I purchased this for everyday use laptop backpack. After months of research and other backpack purchases for the same use it just didn’t have the storage space or pockets I needed. So I broke down and purchased this and it’s everything I need and space for all my computer, headphones, and everyday items. It’s worth the money and it is excellent quality. Also fits well under airplane seats. Which is something I have to have for my travels at work.
This is a FANTASTIC pack! It has all the right pockets and organization sections for business travel. The only downside is that the shoulder straps are very thin. If you have any amount of weight (laptop plus all the other travel necessities), it is not comfortable on the shoulders. If the straps were thicker/more cushioned, this would hands down be the best pack. Unfortunately this one piece was the deal breaker for me.
Northface router one one of the best 40 L Backpacks I’ve ever owned. Like the borealis, the recon and a surge very user-friendly. I love the pocket holders and the bottom and the adjustable straps if you’re looking for a one and done backpack for an overnight or traveling without paying for luggage this might be your ideal. Just get a couple packing cubes and you’ll be on your way. Highly recommend
I'm a big fan of North Face Hiking Packs and was justifiably happy to purchase the Router. When getting ready for the first use today, I was able unable to use my water bag - unlike the recon bags that have a built-in attachment method and a slot to route the water line dead center, the Router is AWOL on this. So pack it goes to REI.
Perfect travel accessory for me!! I tend to over pack, so it worked for me and all the last minute items I thought I needed, my books, and electronics.
Just what I need a well thought out and designed bag. Has a really great layout and padded compartment for computer and other accessories. They layout just make sense. And the padding and back are extremely comfortable. This is a great large travel backpack.


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