Slingshot The North Face Backpack

Big without being bulky--a wider width creates over 2,000 cubic inches of storage space.

• Durable 100% polyester 10 oz. 600-denier Sabre 6 fabric with 14 oz. 1,200-denier Sabre 12 reinforcement areas
• Durable #10 YKK® zippers in high stress regions
• Dual mesh water bottle pockets on sides
• Generous main compartment accommodates books and binders
• Convenient organizer and key clip inside front accessory pocket
• Distinct front trampoline system with attached bungee cord and side compression strap
• Removable hipbelt
• Carry handle up top
• Large reflective element for improved visibility in low light conditions
• Volume: 2,000 cu. in. (33 l.)
• Dimensions: 18 x 13 x 9 in. (46 x 33 x 22 cm.)
• Weight: 1 lb. 15 oz. (880 g.)

At a glance the Slingshot doesn't look any wider or longer than the similarly sized Jester, Sweeper and Vault day packs from The North Face--and it isn't. The reason that the Slingshot offers more space is that it has over two inches of extra expandable width along the sides, giving it a carrying capacity of 2,000 cubic inches instead of the standard 1,850. The North Face also attached side compression straps to the front trampoline system so you can cinch down that extra width when you don't need it. All that extra load potential and control adds an additional five ounces to this pack compared to the slightly smaller designs, but you're not going to notice a difference when you're hauling around eighteen credits worth of reading material. If you're staying late at the office or library, the Slingshot also has plenty of reflective elements, so you have a better chance of being seen by passing motorists (or your workaholic boss).

Purchase USD$45 or more and get free shipping. The The North Face Slingshot Backpack is available through Altrec.com.

Customer Reviews for the Slingshot The North Face Backpack

L. Bray - December 18, 2009

Uber 5+++
I recently purchased on line the North Face slingshot backpack for my college-age son's birthday. He is extremely happy with it and we know how hard it is to make our teenagers happy! He says it is lightweight to use as a book-bag and roomy for all of his huge college books and lots of nice sized pockets for his comfort items such as Ipod, cell phone, water bottle, etc. for those looong hours spent at the library. It's well worth what I spent and as my son would say: North Face - you ROCK!

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Shayne - November 12, 2009

The best
I had a hard time figuring what Northface backpack I wanted for College, I found this to be the best backpack for its price and is not to big, I love it and will never get another.

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JG - October 8, 2009

Perfect size
It is the perfect size for lots of textbooks and the padded straps help offset the weight of the books!

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Elisa - September 10, 2009

Cheap and great!
I bought it in the Woodbury outlet near NY only because it was very cheap (I'm italian and in Italy North Face is very expensive), but after a few days I discovered that it is really great! It's perfect for weekend trips and it's so big inside that you could use it as luggage!

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Anon. Shopper - September 6, 2009

Very Pleased
I bought this backpack for college. I'm very impressed with the amount of space it has. I can fit two huge biology books and five 1" binders in my backpack without a problem. The straps are also very comfortable. The great padding keeps the straps from digging into my shoulders. I definitely recommend this backpack.

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