The Borealis Backpack is one of The North Face's longest-running classic daypacks — built around an external bungee-cord system and a stand-up silhouette that sets it apart from typical floppy commuter packs. It's earned a spot in the brand's lineup for decades and still does daily duty across class, work, and weekend rotation.
At its core is the FlexVent™ suspension: articulated shoulder straps, a rounded back panel, and soft-touch chemise fabric, certified by the American Chiropractic Association. A dedicated protective laptop compartment, a large main compartment for books and binders, and a front compartment with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve handle organization. The external bungee-compression system, side bungee cords, and bottom compression lash and stabilize loads, a stand-up design keeps the pack upright for one-handed loading, and an external fleece-lined pocket, two water-bottle pockets, and 360-degree reflectivity round out the daily-use package.
Features
- FlexVent™ suspension, American Chiropractic Association certified
- Dedicated protective laptop compartment and padded tablet sleeve
- External bungee-compression system with side and bottom compression
- Stand-up design for one-handed loading
- External fleece-lined pocket and two water-bottle pockets
- U-pull zippers, whistle-buckle sternum strap, and 360-degree reflectivity
Specs: Suspension: FlexVent · Laptop: dedicated compartment · Best for: students, commuters, weekend travel
The bungee-cord system is the visual cue that distinguishes the Borealis from generic daypacks, and the FlexVent suspension and laptop compartment are the functional reasons it earns long rotations. A women-specific version is also available.
