The North Face Borealis Backpack

Our classic Borealis features a bungee cord system for storage and compression and has compartments and pockets to help keep things organized.

The North Face Borealis Backpack Features & Specifications:

• The FlexVent™ suspension system, certified by the American Chiropractic Association, has articulated shoulder straps, a rounded back panel, comfortable stitch lines and soft-touch chemise fabric
• External bungee-compression system with clips offers several options for organization
• Side bungee cords allow for compression
• Bottom compression
• Stand-up design for easier loading and unloading
• Protective dedicated 16" laptop compartment
• Large main compartment for books and binders
• Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve
• External, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
• Two durable water bottle pockets can easily double as multi-use pockets with quick-draw smartphone access on one side
• 360-degree reflectivity
• U-pull YKK® zippers are easy to grab
• Comfortable, padded top grab handle
• Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
• Removable waist belt
• Coated, abrasion-resistant boot fabric
• Women-specific version available
• Avg Weight: 2 lbs 5 oz (1050 g)
• Dimensions: 12" x 6.5" x 19.5" (30.5 cm x 16.5 cm x 49.5 cm)
• Volume: 1709 in³ (28 liters)
• Laptop Sleeve: 13.75" x 11.25" (34.9 cm x 28.6 cm)
• solid: 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish
• heather: 300D heathered recycled polyester with non-PFC DWR finish