The North Face Pivoter, Mid Grey Dark Heather/TNF Black, OS

I use this backpack for college and it holds everything that I need and more. It’s very strong and durable

Water bottle pocket tore within a week of using.

Purchased this backpack for my son for school. He holds a laptop in it with folders, binders, and other school supplies. So far there are no rips or tears and is holding up well.

My old Recon backpack has been around the world over the last 6 years. It’s still usable, but unfortunately the back padding has worn down to the plastic, so it is uncomfortable. I wanted to upgrade to a new North Face backpack that is slightly smaller. At first glance I was not impressed with this backpack. It’s obvious they just don’t make them like they used to. The material just felt cheaper. I also should’ve done more research before ordering. The front pocket is only kept closed by the straps on the side. There is no magnet or Velcro closure in the front so the front pocket seems useless. Or, if you don’t mind the possibility of items easily falling out, it may be useful to you. I guess I was just expecting more for an $80 mid-range backpack. Lastly, the measurements are inaccurate. I measured 19” tall rather than 18”. Decided to return for an older model of the Pivoter.

Comfortable and durable

Purchased for my college freshman son after he selected from all of the choices. He traditionally goes with Swiss Gear backpacks but opted for this one and is very glad he did. He carries his laptop and several heavy premed/biochem textbooks daily (proud mom) as well as snacks and of course a phone. He has had 1 month with no issues. He walks, rides his bike, and uses the university busing with no issues wearing this. His words, Yeah, it works. So as you can see, I cant stop all his chatter!

I love this bag perfect for everything I have

Backpack is to small

Excellent product

Garbage. Do not buy. Ripped in less than 4 months with normal, school backpack use, and when I attempted to have North Face repair or replace it under the warranty, they said it would be at least a 6-8 week process to even determine IF they would. Trash product and trash policy from what use to be a good company.