The North Face | translate:/Global/SiteRating: 3 | Rucksacks

One of the few packs to use a padded, channelled back system, and it’s one of the best. Although warmer than mesh systems, the channels do help keep the centre of gravity close to the body, making this more stable for those looking to move a bit quicker or even scramble. It also keeps the weight down. There is a ...

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The North Face Spire 32

£89.00

A thin, streamlined pack, with a minimal feel, perhaps more suited to Alpine climbing than anything. There’s no clever back system or lots of padding to complicate things, which does help to keep the weight down. Its long, thin shape allows for a great freedom of movement. The climbing pedigree means that there are no side pockets for water bottles, ...

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The North Face Remedy 25

£75.00

The shoulder straps are quite wide, and may feel uncomfortable for women with narrow shoulders. The hip belt has no padding, so will not feel as supportive as some. Roomy main compartment with zipped access and a compression strap on each side to keep contents stable. The mesh back system allows a nice flow of air and sits comfortably. Useful ...

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THE NORTH FACE TERRA

£75.00

Review: Good adjustment and heavily padded straps. Quite heavy at 1,890g, but proved as comfortable as any. The channelled back is stable and cool. The Terra is huge with a split main compartment that makes it a little like a small backpacking rucksack. It carries nicely whatever the load and has great pockets too, but some may find it just ...

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The North Face Terra 40 2008

£80.00

This rucksack has an airflow back system; well-padded back and hipbelts; mesh wand pockets; side compression straps; stretch side pockets; stretch front pocket; lower external access; hydration system-compatible; lid with external pocket; tough; men’s and women’s fits. But 2200g is very heavy; three compartments may be more than some users will need; back system offers more support and padding than ...

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The North Face Crestone 75

£140.00

This backpacking rucksack features a moulded back panel that is perforated for improved airflow. The shoulder straps can be raised to improve fit, and the hipbelt is designed to pivot. On the back this felt comfortable, and it provided a firm, stable carry that was quite different to other sacks here. The body has slightly fewer features than some others, ...

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North Face Terra 35

£75.00

It’s difficult to fault the fit of this Terra rucksack, which has a lovely long back and plenty of adjustment in the harness. The channelled back system is well padded and nicely contoured to feel great. This is a huge pack, but the channelled back feels very stable, so it carries well. Against it, though, is its weight (1,950g), which ...

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The North Face Outrider 75

£165.00

This backpacking rucksack, which comes in men’s and women’s styles, is 2640g, which is a reasonable weight. It is based around a back system that is designed to transfer load onto the hipbelt. It also has open construction of padding to improve breathability in the contact areas. You get a removable hydration system holder with shoulder straps inside too. The ...

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The North Face Terra 25

£60.00

This daysack from The North Face has a long back, stacks of padding, adjustment at the shoulders and hips, and a very breathable, deep, channelled back system, making it a delight to carry. It’s very heavy though, even when empty. It’s over-elaborate and more clunky to use than many, though, and heavy for 25 litres. The huge lid pocket and ...