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The North Face Recon Backpack

Item#: 52SH

$109.00 - $125.00

Availability : In-Stock

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A classic, reimagined. The 30-liter Recon excels as a daypack with its large mesh storage pocket and daisy-chain attachment points. The FlexVent™ suspension system, sternum strap and removable waist belt make carrying heavier loads a breeze.

The North Face Recon 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
  • 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
  • External stretch-mesh pocket
  • Two durable water bottle pockets can easily double as multi-use pockets with quick-draw smartphone access on one side
  • Side compression straps
  • Bottom compression
  • Daisy-chain webbing offers lash points
  • 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
  • Women-specific version available
  • Solid: 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish
  • Volume: 1831 in³ (30 liters)
  • Avg Weight: 2 lbs 9 oz (1165 g)
  • Sizes: One size
  • Dimensions: 11.6' x 7.5' x 19.3' (29.5 cm x 19.1 cm x 49 cm)
  • Laptop Sleeve: 18.9' x 11' (48 cm x 27.9 cm)
  • Heather: 300D heathered recycled polyester ripstop with non-PFC DWR finish
  • Water Bottle Pocket: Keep your water close at hand with an external bottle pocket
  • Flexvent™ Suspension System: Enjoy maximum comfort and all-day support thanks to a flexible yoke, padded back and breathable lumbar panel
  • Reflective: Light reflective detailing
  • DWR - Water repellent: A durable finish to allow for water beads on the surface of water repellent materials, preventing the fabric from saturating
  • Laptop sleeve up to 15": This bag has space to hold a tablet or laptop up to 15".
  • Recycled material: Recycled content – Helps reduce landfill waste and the use of virgin materials.
The North Face Recon Backpack Sizing Chart - Inch
Men's Hipbelt Torso (adjustable) Torso (fixed)
S/M 28 - 34 15 - 20 16 - 19
L/XL 34 - 42 17 - 22 18 - 21
One Size 28 - 40 - 17 - 20

The North Face Recon Backpack Sizing Chart - Inch
Women's Hipbelt Torso (adjustable) Torso (fixed)
XS/S 24 - 30 13 - 18 14 - 17
M/L 30 - 36 15 - 20 16 - 19
One Size 24 - 35 - 15 - 18

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