This was SO helpful ! Thank you for making this !

@dannypacks

8 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching and I’m glad the video was helpful!:)

Great reviews but I’m mostly here for the walk. Man’s got one hell of a walk!

Exactly what I was looking for. Great reviews as always.

@dannypacks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and for the support! I’m glad the video was helpful!

Very helpful video, thank you!

@dannypacks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and I’m glad the video was helpful!

Thank yo for this video.

@dannypacks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and I’m glad the video was helpful!:)

I've had the same NF Surge backpack for like 8 years around the world (along with another 52L NF backpack that has also been awesome to have) and have loved having it the whole time. So many convenient little and big pockets and it's a durable, quality bag. Interesting to see the changes they've made to the bag. And yeah I wish the logo was way more incognito on the front there. Honestly every NF product I've owned as I've bounced around the globe has been great quality.

@dannypacks

12 күн бұрын

Thank you for watching and for sharing your experience with north face bags! Glad to hear they have held up well, I’ve really liked the ones I’ve used from them a lot so far

This video really helped me with my decision. Ended up choosing the Surge solely due to the laptop compartment being roomier, as well as offering more protection. I’m an IT guy so keeping my laptops and other tech protected while traveling is very important. That being said they’re both good bags. I always liked TNF book bags because they’re very durable and long lasting. My first book bag was a north face bag that lasted me from Kindergarten, all the way to 8th grade. Could’ve still kept using it after that but after having the same bag for so long, I just wanted something new.

@dannypacks

2 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching and I’m glad the video was helpful! Happy to hear that you’ve had good experiences with north face bags!:)

This is a great video comparison between the North Face Recon and the North Face Surge. It's always helpful to see the differences side-by-side before making a decision on which one to go for. Both of these options look like winners, and I can't wait to see what other backpack reviews you have up your sleeve! Just a question though, would you feature rolling luggage in your review (like carry-on)? 👍

@dannypacks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and yes I have done a few luggage reviews in the past, I likely won’t do too many as I typically travel more with a backpack but if there is a cool one I am always curious to learn about interesting gear

@Keith_Aerotrunk

Жыл бұрын

@@dannypacks that's cool Danny. Keep sharing more. I love your content.

My son loves his surge for college

@dannypacks

2 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching and glad to hear he’s enjoying it!:)

Is it possible to fit a regular tripod on the recon? Thanks

is the recon usable for long term travel? storing clothes, laptop and general stuff? or do i need something bigger

Which one has the larger main compartment?

Hello thank you for the great information. Can a 17 inch laptop fit into the surge backpack?

@dannypacks

8 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching and I’m glad the video was helpful! I think it will depend on the specific model, it’s a big compartment that can handle a 16 so there’s a good chance it could fit

I've took the Recon. The Surge is too big and doesn't have compression straps. This backpack really saved my back, it doesn't hurt anymore. The only thing that i'm concerned about, is the elastic web on the front. When it rains becomes wet, and i'm afraid it will smell. But oveall, definitely the best money i payed for a backpack and i'm very happy with my choice. Fantastic comparison.

@dannypacks

11 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching and I’m glad the video was helpful and that the bag has been comfortable to wear!

Please also review The North Face Router comparing to the Borealis. Thank you.

@starfoggs

Жыл бұрын

Classic?

@dannypacks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and for the suggestion! Definitely curious to check out the router

@Ellman1231

Жыл бұрын

​@@starfoggs Agreed. The older model of Router (The Router Transit) was so amazing.

I’m trying to decide!! I need a backpack to fit my school stuff and then things like my wallet and all the other random junk I carry. I need a lot of storage space since I will be using it as a backpack and kind of like a purse. I plan on carrying it to my job so I can do schoolwork and not have to carry my purse as well

@vivekteega

9 ай бұрын

I just got the Recon and it feels small tbh. I am thinking of returning it and getting the Osprey Nebula 32

@ek8652

3 ай бұрын

I’m trying to decide between the 511 lv18 and one of these two bags for an edc/work/overnight bag.

Looks like the Recon is a little more versatile -- especially for hikes where you may want a water bladder. Is there a hole on these bags for one? The Surge looks better for urban/work stuff where you need to lug that computer around. Weird that they removed the compression straps on such a large bag. Also, I have found you can always create a padded bottom in the compartments like the Recons with a rolled t-shirt/pad or something because the compartment is so huge it will still fit your devices. Also, are those front compartments dual zippers? I would certainly hope so.

@ILiveForTheSummers

Жыл бұрын

Have the Recon, it does have a hole for the water bladder tube to go through. The admin pocket has dual zippers too

@dannypacks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and for the suggestion on the laptop compartment! Definitely a fair point on the compression straps on the surge

If we could combine them both: the recon mesh quick stash, with the surge size, laptop/tablet/ binder compartment. 😙👌🏼

@dannypacks

3 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching and I agree, that would be awesome!

The North Face Borealis and ROUTER have up to 40% discount now.

@dannypacks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and for sharing, great deals for anyone interested in these bags!

Is there a difference between the women’s surge backpack and the men’s surge backpack in like what U can pack in them space wise? I’m hoping there the same size.

@Skywing452

9 ай бұрын

women’s version is more rounded at the top and has a narrower back. probably holds less things there

i love watching him walk

@ObjectiveMedia

5 ай бұрын

Creepy

Do a Router please. I can't find a decent review on it. 🙏

@dannypacks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and for the suggestion! Will be taking a look at that one soon!:)

Is there a strap on the back meant to go around my carry on telescopic handle?

@dannypacks

7 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching! Unfortunately these don’t include one, you might be able to add your own with a third party strap tho

I just bought the recon and I'm disappointed at how small it looks!

@vivekteega

9 ай бұрын

I agree, i just got mine and it feels very small

Wow.. just by looking at them within the first 3 min of the video I expected something like 28 vs 32.

@dannypacks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and i agree visually one clearly looks bigger

To be honest the older version recon backpacks were a lot better. Spewing my mate lost my old recon backpack 😭

@dannypacks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! I’ve heard similar things from others who have had the older versions, wish I could have had a chance to check those out

im not too bothered about the laptop compartment, which of the 2 has a bigger main compartment though as it looks pretty similar? and do both zips go down as far as each other?

@dannypacks

5 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching and I agree, the main compartments on these are pretty similar overall as far as capacity and the zipper

@jamildar8932

5 ай бұрын

@@dannypacks yeah true, think the surge one may be slightly bigger but its minimal, will go for the surge because of the front pockets and laptop part. thx for the help!

@yuchu-kok5993

5 ай бұрын

⁠@@jamildar8932the recon is actually bigger in the main compartment. This should’ve been mentioned. This is due to the laptop area being bigger in the surge.

looking through amazon, it says that the recon actually has a bigger laptop compartment? hoping anyone can speak on this as i need space for a kinda bulky 17 in laptop

@dannypacks

6 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching! I would say it does feel a little more spacious since it doesn’t have the additional dividers that the surge has and since it’s not as well suspended that could provide more space for a taller device

@franciscolopez2736

6 ай бұрын

@@dannypacks thank you! sounds like it probably can fit bigger but having that space on the surge is a very nice level of extra protection.

I’m undecided between surge and recon 😬

@dannypacks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and definitely a tough choice! If you don’t mind the larger size / need better laptop protection the surge would likely be the better option imo

I just got the surge on a discount for $85

@davidaurelius7482

Жыл бұрын

link?

@swatipatel8182

Жыл бұрын

@Salty_Biscuitz88 how? Do you have a code or tips to share?

Can 17 inch laptop fit in?

Are those water resistant?

@dannypacks

2 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching and yes I would say they are water resistant (but not waterproof)

I've been going back and forth between the Surge and Recon, but that laptop compartment pretty much disqualifies the Recon tbh. It wouldn't have bothered me as much when I had a cheap laptop, but I paid way too much for my current one to throw it in a backpack without a proper false bottom 😂

@dannypacks

4 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching and I agree, the surge is way better in that regard!

wow these bags have been neutered. looks nothing like the early 2000s heavy duty style

@cristian46901

8 ай бұрын

I agree with u

It's crap version of the older one, don't buy it!!!