Additional great options are the Fjällräven Kånken Laptop 13", the Patagonia Black Hole 32L or the Chrome Barrage Cargo 22. From the synthetic innovation of The North Face ThermoBall™ Jackets, to the alpine technology of Summit Series North Face Coats and trousers, we’ve got your next adventure covered.

Today a reference in the domain of mountain climbing, The North Face was launched in the 1960s next to the water, in the North Beach section of San Francisco. In a black colourway, this backpack is made from durable poly to make sure your essentials are protected. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work.It’s mainly the quality that’s taking the hit, and it’s, understandably, where a lot of users draw the line. The North Face keeps its FlexVent branding here, which should indicate the faith they’re putting behind this simple but robust setup. The ultra-comfortable FlexVent™ suspension system with flexible moulded shoulder straps, a padded mesh back section and a breathable lumbar panel is still the same, though. Lightweight protection and unrivalled comfort makes this bag a perfect companion for anyone commuting to work or the gym. And the main compartment still has space for a couple of books and your laptop – in a separate protective sleeve – or a change of clothes if you’re overnighting at a friend’s.

A padded, fleece lined laptop sleeve protects your device, while two stretch side pockets give you great places to stash your water bottles. A potential life-saving feature is the attached whistle, which could prove essential if you are lost or in trouble.If you do not allow these cookies we will not know when you have visited our site, and will not be able to monitor its performance.

Complete with a padded laptop sleeve, internal storage for pens and pencils and various other compartments, the pack will carry all your belongings in one. Overall, The North Face largely preserved the comfort we’re used to seeing with their other backpacks. This means the brand has sourced factories who have passed an audit, so their worker rights, environmental impact and social compliance is up to scratch. And the main compartment still has space for a couple of books and your laptop in a separate protective sleeve.The North Face Vault Backpack | Taking out a large laptop proves tricky when it’s against other bulky gear. The front compartment also has a padded tablet sleeve, zipped storage and space for pens and pencils, plus, there are two external mesh pockets for water bottles. In fact, it’s more the norm to see even 30-plus-liter backpacks with just one thickly-padded handle per side.