The North Face Recon 30L Laptop Backpack

The North Face Recon Backpack is a 30 litre unisex daypack with a dedicated laptop compartment and the FlexVent suspension system. The Recon measures 29.5 x 19.1 x 49 cm, weighs 1,165 g, and is built from 210D recycled nylon ripstop with a non-PFC durable water-repellent finish.

Key Features

• FlexVent suspension system, certified by the American Chiropractic Association, with articulated shoulder straps, a rounded back panel and soft-touch chemise fabric
• Protective dedicated laptop compartment, plus a front compartment with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve
• Large main compartment for books and binders, in a stand-up design
• External fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
• Two durable external water bottle pockets that double as multi-use pockets, plus an external stretch-mesh pocket that takes a helmet
• 360-degree reflectivity to stay visible on a commute
• Two side compression webbing straps, bottom compression and a webbing daisy chain for lash points
• Sternum strap with a whistle buckle, removable waist belt, padded top grab handle and easy-to-grab U-pull zippers

Volume is 30 litres at 1,165 g, in a unisex fit with a removable waist belt. The North Face does not state a maximum laptop size for the dedicated compartment, so measure before buying if you carry a larger machine.

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