North Face Recon

By: The North Face

Front facing view of the North Face Recon

Size Details Use Metric
Capacity	30.0L
Capacity per Weight	26.8L
Weight	1.12kg 2.5lbs	High
Capacity per KgLbs	26.8 12	Low
Dimensions	49.0x33.0x18.0cm 20.0x13.0x8.0in
Cubic Space	29106.000cm³ 2080.000in³
Capacity Diff	0L	Low

Airline Compatibility

✈️ 81% (161/199)

This bag can be used as a carry on in 81% of airlines.

Our Thoughts

The North Face Recon is a small comfortable backpack made by a company known for its quality products.

You won't get a lot of bells and whistles with this bag but you can count on in this carry-on to last you a long time.

With only 30L of space, you'll have to be really careful with how much you pack, but that is why we one bag.

👍 Reasons to Buy

Top-notch weather protection.
Features a front pocket that offers a lot of organization which is also highly functional.
The shoulder straps are nicely cushioned and the back panel provides good ventilation. Very comfortable to use.

🤔 Things to Consider

The laptop sleeve could use some more padding.
The internal compartment can be too narrow for its depth so you might have trouble pulling things located at the bottom of the pack.

💬 Reviewers Have Said

"This backpack has been one of the most durable and reliable bags yet. I previously bought my first RECON around 4 years ago for college. After many different uses for my previous bag. I am finally buying another one after needing a solid color for my new career. "
"This pack has some great organization and I like how the pockets are divided. I'm a forester and carry unique items but an iPad is on of them and there is plenty of space to store."

🔎 Reviews

The North Face Recon Review
www.outdoorgearlab.com

"...a great pack and comes highly recommended for the avid laptop user. If you are looking for a pack that has plenty of storage, is versatile for both work and the trails, and is also decently water resistant, this is a great option for you."

North Face Backpacks: Surge vs. Recon
expertworldtravel.com

"If I had to pick one, I would pick the Recon, because of its lighter weight and its front elastic pocket. And I really like the fact that its laptop sleeve is in the main compartment."

North Face Recon Backpack Review: Is It Right For You?
www.campingconsole.com

"If you have an active and busy lifestyle or do you love outdoor activities, this backpack is perfect for you. It has two large compartments that can accommodate almost all your stuff for a day or a long trip. The large compartment is intended for 15” laptop and the 11” is for tablets."

The North Face Recon Is An Ideal Backpack If You Travel With A Lot Of Electronics
foxnomad.com

"The North Face Recon is a spacious backpack which manages to feel smaller than it is, while at the same time comfortably carrying a lot of gear."

The North Face Recon, The Go-To Option
rushfaster.com.au

"If you’re someone who commutes to work everyday, but loves to get away for the weekend for an outdoor activity or a stay at a mates place, then The North Face Recon Backpack might be the ideal backpack for you."

Features

Storage
Compression	S
Expanded Capacity	None
Opening	Other
Passport	N
Passthrough	N
Carry
Backpack	S
Hip Belt	S
Sternum Strap	S
Inside
Laptop	15
Main Compartments	2
Organizer	N
Outside
Hard Shell	False
Rain-fly	N
Water Bottle Holder	2
Water Resistant	Y
Material: 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo

Compatible Airlines

Adria Airways, Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Aeropostal Alas de Venezuela, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Baltic, Air Berlin (Closed), Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air Europa, Air France, Air India, Air Koryo, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air New Zealand, Air Nostrum, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti Nui, Air Transat, AirAsiaX, Aircalin, Alitalia, All Nipon Airways, ANA, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Atlas Global, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Azul Airlines, Azul Linhas, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Belavia, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cape Air, Caribbean Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, China Southern, Conviasa, Copa Airlines, Croatia Air, Cubana de Aviacion, Czech Airlines, Dragonair, EL AL, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Finnair, Flair Air, flybe, Gol Linhas Aereas, Hainan Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Iran Aseman Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Jet2, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, Korean Air, Kulula, Kuwait Air, LATAM , LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Meridiana Fly, Middle East Airlines, Monarch Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman Air, Onur Air, Pakistan International, Peach, Pegasus Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Royal Air Morocco, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, Silver Airways, Singapore Airlines, Sky Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, SpiceJet, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAAG Angola, TAM Airlines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Thai Airways, Thomson Airways, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Travel Service Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Turkmenistan Airlines, Ukraine International, Ural Airlines, uTair Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin America, Virgin Atlantic, Vivaaerobus, Volotea, WestJet, WOW Airlines, Xiamen