THE NORTH FACEBorealis Commuter Laptop Backpack, TNF Black/TNF Black, One Size

Just got this backpack and it’s already a favorite. Sturdy build, clean design, and super comfortable to wear. Plenty of space for books, laptop, and daily essentials. The bungee cords are great for quick storage, and the material works perfectly for patches. Solid choice so far feels built to last.

now i’ve been searching for good backpacks, even looking into bellroy and aer (although i feel like they’re too much just for my application— highschool) and i decided on this backpack. i would say that this is honestly a great option for college and high school. it’s very well made with quality YKK zips, comfortable breathable padding and a waterproof exterior for rainy weather.now there’s a separate sorta fleece lined 16 inch laptop sleeve, which coming from a north face jester was an amazing improvement (the jester had the laptop sleeve in the main compartment). and there’s a main compartment for books and binders, and lastly an admin pocket with a hidden compartment just above the bungee straps. the main compartment holds a decent amount although not too much (i personally put two 1 inch binders and a few books and journals) and the admin pocket is very organized and has a fleece lined tablet pouch to keep your belongings protected from scratches and whatnot.i could see people putting their kindles here or phones, etc. now there is a fleece lined “hidden” pocket that i previously mentioned and i use it as a snacks pocket or potentially a sunglass pouch. now, there are a lot of straps to hang stuff onto the backpack, even ones around the water bottle pocket to keep things secured, and you can tighten them to make the backpack more compact if needed. btw i suggest yall to remove the hip straps as it makes a bunch of straps hang and just looks messy.i think it looks kinda stylish and i like how it looks, the color is nice and i like the waterproofness and how it just looks like a good backpack.in conclusion,i think that this is honestly a solid option for anyone in school who wants a good backpack with a lot of functionality. it’s well made and has some fleece lined interiors, and very good zips that won’t break on you. it’s weatherproof and breathable and looks pretty good in my opinion. overall this is a good choice for highschool and college, and i recommend this backpack.

The media could not be loaded. Why did you pick this product vs others?:The North Face Borealis Commuter Backpack is hands down one of the best everyday backpacks I’ve used. I wanted something to take with me on a trip to England, but then keep for regular use after the trip. This pack was perfect! The laptop compartment is well-padded and secure, and there’s plenty of space for everything I need: books, chargers, water bottles (both sides), and even extra clothing. There are so many pockets! The design is sleek and attractive enough for work yet rugged enough for travel or hiking. The shoulder straps and back panel are super comfortable, even when the bag is fully loaded. It’s a great all-around pack that blends style, function, and durability perfectly, and the price is totally reasonable. Take it from someone who does a ton of research before purchasing anything!

It’s such a good backpack with ALOT OF SPACE. As a student who goes to the hospital for clinicals Ian’s has to carry scrubs, it’s soo spacious. The material is really good too. The color is alright nothing too crazy since it’s black. I haven’t really used the charging port that much but it’s also good too.

TNF has always delivered on reliable and performing backpacks for hikes. This fellow has all the necessary space, compartments, ventilation, etc. to deliver rock-solid performance over-and-over. I've taken it out several times, and it has been as advertised. Comfortable and lightweight. I'll use this as my daypack on hikes for the next couple of decades. Bravo to TNF!

I love this backpack. It looks luxury. It feels luxury. It IS a luxury backpack. And that's the problem.You could drive a beautiful 2020 Mercedes Benz S-class, renowned for its luxury and exceptional craftsmanship, to school every day. However, won't your neighbor's 1994 Ford Ranger do the same job? It'll get you there and back to school, right? It can go offroad, hold more volume, and you don't have to worry about pesky door dings. But then again, it's all about the looks.The same goes for this backpack. It's an icon, for sure. At least one in five high schoolers is going to have this. However, you're paying more for a brand than the actual conventionalism of a backpack. For half the price, you could get an Adiads Prime that'll hold more than 2x the volume this backpack could, all in a similarly comfortable package. The Adidas Prime has a front pocket that won't stick out like a botched BBL. That's a backpack you'll keep for life, from the classroom onto a glorified gym bag.Now, I must say that the padding, chest, and waist buckles make this one of the most comfortable backpacks I've owned. The massive water bottle holders and the bungee cord system allow you to hold all sorts of stuff.However, for $100, this is simply too small. So much more could be done to make it an everyday carry. And I despise that top-heavy front lip; who actually tested that and thought it was a good idea? I put a calculator, charger, glasses, and a few pencils in there, and the thing literally tips over like a water bucket at Six Flags and dumps your belongings on the ground. And God forbid you to put your headphones in there (where else do you put headphones?). Your backpack turns into an articulated dump truck, letting your payload fly out as soon as you set the bag down.Furthermore, one main pocket for $100 bucks? Were the boys at North Face scrapping for materials? Or was it just the outside that mattered? It's likely the latter. But in all seriousness, this should have at least another storage compartment. Maybe it could be under the bungee system to support the super mom BBL that pokes out the top of this backpack.Overall, this is an unconventional beauty. It's like marrying a p*rnstar. Sure, she's beautiful, but at the end of the day, are you really going to enjoy that? I still don't know, but I paid $100, so I WILL get my use out of this thing.Thanks for reading.

Cool design! Very sturdy. Perfect for carrying books and protects laptop!