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Recon Backpack

$125.00

The North Face

The Recon from The North Face features an iconic design. It is equipped with a super lightweight and durable FlexVent suspension system, certified by the American Chiropractic Association, which includes articulated shoulder straps, a rounded back panel, comfortable seams, and a soft, form-fitting fabric. Additionally, it has a chest strap with a whistle buckle and a removable hip belt. Thanks to this top-notch technical equipment, you'll enjoy carrying the Recon with you. For all your belongings, it offers a stretch stash pocket, a front compartment with internal organization, secure zippered pockets, a padded tablet sleeve, and a dedicated, well-protected laptop compartment, as well as two…

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  • “In the last 10 years, I’ve bought 7 backpacks because I just couldn’t find the one I really loved. That was until I got the North Face recon bag. I ended up finding it 50% off T…”
  • “Honestly, I have had my Northface Recon for 8 years now and have never had an issue. It’s a great design.”
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Product details
Capacity
30 liters
Depth
19.1 cm
Height
49 cm
Width
29.5 cm
Weight
1165 g
Closure Type
Zipper
Laptop Compatible
Yes
Hydration System Compatible
Yes
Laptop Compartment
Yes
Laptop Sleeve
Yes
Interior Highlights
Internal organization (in front compartment), Secure-zip pockets (in front compartment)
Water Resistance
Non-PFC DWR finish
Abrasion Resistance
Ripstop
Tear Resistance
Ripstop
Hard Shell
No
Suitable Activities
Daypack
Top Use Cases
Daypack
Typical Users
Students, Commuters, Travelers
Occasion
Everyday
Bag Type
Backpack
Style
Classic
Age Group
Adult
Gender
Women-specific version available
Design Highlights
Reflective details
Theme
School, Travel, Work
Material
Recycled polyester ripstop
Shell Material
Recycled polyester ripstop, Recycled nylon ripstop
Material Type
Chemise fabric (soft-touch), 300D heathered recycled polyester ripstop, Solid 210D recycled nylon ripstop
Lining Material
Textile
Accent Material
Metal (pulls)
Adjustable Shoulder Straps
Yes
Padded Shoulder Straps
Yes
Sternum Strap
Yes
Waist Strap
Yes, Removable waist belt
Shoulder Straps Highlights
Articulated shoulder straps
Sling Functionality
No
Rolling Functionality
No
Exterior Highlights
Bottom compression, External stretch-mesh pocket, Side compression straps
Storage Organization
Internal organization (in front compartment)
Expandable Storage
No (front organizational pockets are flat and non-expandable)
Number of Compartments
3
Included Accessories
Removable waist belt
Load Capacity
Helps balance the weight of a full backpack evenly, Alleviates chronic back pain students get from carrying heavy loads over time
Pocket Style
Water bottle pockets, Fleece-lined pocket, Secure-zip pockets
Number of Pockets
Two water bottle pockets
Pockets Highlights
External stretch-mesh pocket, Large mesh storage pocket, Secure-zip pockets
Anti-theft Features
Whistle (on chest buckle), Safety features
Features Highlights
With Laptop Sleeve, Reflective accents
Headphone Port
No
Set
No
USB Charging Port
No
Recycled Material
Yes
Sustainability Highlights
Non-PFC DWR finish, Non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish
Sustainable Certifications
Certified by the American Chiropractic Association (FlexVent™ suspension system)
Usage Highlights
Stand-up design for easier packing and unpacking
Supported Accessories
Daisy-chain webbing (offers lash points)