The North Face Borealis Mini Backpack Review (2 Weeks of Use)

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0:00 - Intro
0:31 - External Features
3:00 - Harness System
4:16 - Fit Notes
5:04 - Secondary Compartments
8:03 - Main Compartment
12:02 - Outro
The North Face Borealis Mini Backpack is a capable small bag for fans of the style, though the side pockets struggle to hold travel water bottles.
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  • @homie-gtv322
    @homie-gtv32226 күн бұрын

    Finally, someone showing examples of people wearing them. To topnit off, with male and female. Awesome.

  • @ManuelSiliezar
    @ManuelSiliezar Жыл бұрын

    In case someone is wondering, the iPad Pro 11” with the Magic Keyboard attached does fit in the sleeve. I was also able to put inside a Nintendo Switch OLED + a Nintendo Switch Lite and a powerbank plus cords. It is small but does fit enough. I’ve also use it to fit my Full Frame camera (Lumix S5 + kit lens + 50mm 1.8) it does offer some kind of protection but overall, is a great bag.

  • @jenniferr2370

    @jenniferr2370

    Жыл бұрын

    This is exactly what I’m using the book bag for 😂

  • @bjaspers565

    @bjaspers565

    Жыл бұрын

    Exactly the info i was looking for. Thank you!

  • @Katiemtz099

    @Katiemtz099

    5 ай бұрын

    THANK YOU… I have an iPad Pro 11 😂😂 and I need to fit it in a mini backpack

  • @madisonbutt9368

    @madisonbutt9368

    4 ай бұрын

    what about ipad 12.9 inch?

  • @deruan7625

    @deruan7625

    Ай бұрын

    I was looking for this helpful information, thx so much❤

  • @hoihoi12250
    @hoihoi1225026 күн бұрын

    i bought the bag before watching this review, but this is fantastic! genuine in pointing out the good and the bad, you actually used the bag so speak from experience, and the video itself is a good length! finally i understand what the two bottle pockets are and what can be put in the teeny tiny one. thank you! subscribed!

  • @Clairasol10
    @Clairasol10Ай бұрын

    Great channel, comprehensive reviews - thank you!

  • @trousermouse6240
    @trousermouse6240 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome to see this bag reviewed - I've used it intermittently since it was released, it's just so good for a tiny bag!

  • @PackHacker2

    @PackHacker2

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching! 😃 -Eric

  • @dmaxsay
    @dmaxsay9 ай бұрын

    For me and my needs is the perfect back pack for a day travel. Thanks Cristy, lov ur videos 😊

  • @PackHacker2

    @PackHacker2

    9 ай бұрын

    🤙🤙🤙

  • @jds4300
    @jds43006 ай бұрын

    Great video. Very thorough. On my Black Friday list! Thank you!

  • @PackHacker2

    @PackHacker2

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching! 😃

  • @interpolrox89
    @interpolrox89 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for doing this review! It was exactly what I needed to feel good about having just purchased one online sight unseen hahaha Very informative, great quality video!

  • @PackHacker2

    @PackHacker2

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching! 😃 -Eric

  • @mburns2560
    @mburns2560 Жыл бұрын

    I love this backpack, it’s perfect for work because it fits my iPad or Kindle just fine as well as my water bottle in the interior. I use side pockets for hand sanitizers, and the front zipper pocket for my phone. I wouldn’t mind getting another one in a different color 😊

  • @XIIxMysticxIIX

    @XIIxMysticxIIX

    9 ай бұрын

    What size is your ipad? I wonder if the pro fits

  • @lordwrath9621
    @lordwrath96218 ай бұрын

    Wow, im sold! Well, almost! Ive been searching for hours for small backpacks because I have a cheapo with one arm sling that drives me insane. I cant believe how hard it is to find decent reviews or top 10's for something of this size, well done amazing review and keep it up!

  • @PackHacker2

    @PackHacker2

    8 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching! 😃 -Eric

  • @jessicaaragona8958
    @jessicaaragona895811 ай бұрын

    does the main compartment in the “tablet sleeve” area have a hole for a water bladder hose? or hooks to hold up the bladder? I know this is a feature of the larger borealis but not sure on the mini

  • @itsjustmel1217
    @itsjustmel1217 Жыл бұрын

    I love the carry handle, I wish all bags had that... 👍

  • @marknicol9405
    @marknicol94054 ай бұрын

    Thorough review, thank you! Just bought this for disneyworld.

  • @PackHacker2

    @PackHacker2

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching! 😃

  • @penheartpaper
    @penheartpaper Жыл бұрын

    Such a cute little backpack. Very nice review :)

  • @PackHacker2

    @PackHacker2

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching! 😃 -Eric

  • @pujayana
    @pujayana11 ай бұрын

    Hello, can put laptop in the bag? such as macbook pro 2021

  • @carlosrolandofernandezpuli1238
    @carlosrolandofernandezpuli12386 ай бұрын

    Great review, thanks

  • @PackHacker2

    @PackHacker2

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching! 😃

  • @j_crust4582
    @j_crust4582 Жыл бұрын

    My partner loves this backpack!

  • @beckstermom2742
    @beckstermom2742 Жыл бұрын

    Wondering if it can sit up on its own when it’s full? (Not laying on its side)

  • @sblantipodi
    @sblantipodi5 күн бұрын

    where did you found the Navy blu one? I can't find it, neither on the official site.

  • @rong9554
    @rong95544 ай бұрын

    any information on PFAS / PFOS on these items ?

  • @Ruka-sz1xl
    @Ruka-sz1xl6 ай бұрын

    Hello. Does it fit ipad pro 12 inch?

  • @jimmychui5019
    @jimmychui5019 Жыл бұрын

    Is this bag hydration bladder compatible?

  • @mtnbound2764
    @mtnbound27642 ай бұрын

    what are some other back packs that are the same size?

  • @Ruka-sz1xl
    @Ruka-sz1xl6 ай бұрын

    Hello. Will ipad pro 12 inch fit here?

  • @russellbryant2273
    @russellbryant2273 Жыл бұрын

    Is this pack unisex or womens? -because about 3 months ago when i bought this pack for myself It was advertised and modeled on women. My body is a small frame and all the mens packs ive tried on are all way to long in the torso. I just recently seen this same pack advertised Borealis Mini (mens), so that would mean the straps are more stright than curved. Any further info to confirm this would be great.

  • @madisonbutt9368
    @madisonbutt93684 ай бұрын

    does this fit the 12.9 inch ipad?

  • @shibambasak
    @shibambasak3 ай бұрын

    Can i fit ipad pro 12.9 in ?

  • @OreoDave
    @OreoDave Жыл бұрын

    My wife and I love it. I wish the straps were just a little longer. I can't get hers on and off easily. Cheers.

  • @PackHacker2

    @PackHacker2

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching! 😃 -Eric

  • @megangonzales9988
    @megangonzales9988 Жыл бұрын

    Ahhhhhhh thank you! Can you review the Baboon to the Moon backpack mini as well? :)

  • @PackHacker2

    @PackHacker2

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll pass it along. -Eric

  • @giselmaria8312
    @giselmaria83124 ай бұрын

    What color is it?

  • @neldormiveglia1312
    @neldormiveglia131211 ай бұрын

    I wish this bag was just a lil bigger to fit a macbook pro 13. It would be my perfect daily driver for when I don't want to use a purse. I love TNF and my borealis classic has been with me for years since college.

  • @PackHacker2

    @PackHacker2

    11 ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙 -Eric

  • @Philly22
    @Philly2210 ай бұрын

    Hi! great review, but does a 12.9 i pad pro fit?

  • @XIIxMysticxIIX

    @XIIxMysticxIIX

    9 ай бұрын

    Thats what im wondering

  • @mixeddrinks8100
    @mixeddrinks8100 Жыл бұрын

    this works pretty good as a kid's backpack as well just saying... that is what I got it for.

  • @velyvely6479
    @velyvely6479 Жыл бұрын

    its so cuteee, and this channel is so bad for my bank account lol i'd just find the water bottle pocket annoying , recently i picket up a Kombucha drink that came in a glass bottle that was skinny and has saved the bottle for use in smaller bags

  • @PackHacker2

    @PackHacker2

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching! 😃 -Eric

  • @goofydess
    @goofydess Жыл бұрын

    I use this bag as my gym bag and it easily holds my 32oz Nalgene bottle inside the main compartment.

  • @PackHacker2

    @PackHacker2

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙 -Eric

  • @Tremblouze
    @Tremblouze Жыл бұрын

    Can we put a bike helmet in the strings? Are they made for this at all? Never saw anyone show it but I thought it was mean't for it.

  • @russellbryant2273

    @russellbryant2273

    Жыл бұрын

    I would just use a tiny carabiner and hook it to the many available loops on the pack and connect the helmet strap to that, simple. I find other packs that have "that" function to be more of a gimmick.

  • @nathanmann2939
    @nathanmann2939 Жыл бұрын

    Cute. Too small for me. But I like the idea. I think the exterior pocket on the Recon would work very well in this mini style. I think that would be much more useful than the bungee cord system.

  • @PackHacker2

    @PackHacker2

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙 -Eric

  • @groberti

    @groberti

    9 ай бұрын

    basically they have to do a Recon Mini, too :D

  • @AT-sx2jp

    @AT-sx2jp

    5 ай бұрын

    The bungee is really convenient for holding a packable down jacket, hoodie, rain jacket, etc if the weather changes when you’re out. I didn’t think I’d use it much but there’s been several times where I get overheated walking around and stuff my coat in there. Normally if you want to be able to fit your coat in a mini bag you have to basically leave it empty but the bungee allows you to pack it like you normally would and still hold a jacket if needed.

  • @nathanmann2939

    @nathanmann2939

    5 ай бұрын

    @@AT-sx2jp makes sense. I didn’t think I was going to be a huge fan of the kangaroo pouch on the Recon. But my wife uses that for everything under the sun. She just walks up behind me and either puts stuff in or takes stuff out of it. It’s a bit like being Mr. Potato Head. It has become like snack central whenever we hike or like one of those baskets that people keep by their front door where they just drop off a bunch of assorted things they have accumulated while they were out 😂

  • @dianavalenzuela383
    @dianavalenzuela38310 ай бұрын

    Im looking for something just a bit bigger than this backpack. Any recommendations?

  • @kishaalexander3320

    @kishaalexander3320

    10 ай бұрын

    Kanken mini

  • @remi000simon
    @remi000simonАй бұрын

    Just got one. Didn’t want a big back. As I only wanted one for gym and my walk to gym.

  • @ue2267
    @ue2267 Жыл бұрын

    Would a 13inch MacBook Pro fit?

  • @ttran1657

    @ttran1657

    7 ай бұрын

    I'm wondering that as well

  • @bvdenberg

    @bvdenberg

    3 ай бұрын

    No

  • @carolynchen317
    @carolynchen317 Жыл бұрын

    Does it fit a 24oz hydro flask?

  • @carolynchen317

    @carolynchen317

    11 ай бұрын

    @@alison.222 I can’t- i can’t find the play button I’m looking everywhere

  • @alison.222

    @alison.222

    11 ай бұрын

    @@carolynchen317 no, it doesn’t fit the hydroflask. it can barely fit a 12oz water bottle👍

  • @zulkamal9191
    @zulkamal91913 ай бұрын

    Perfect Backpack perfext size For Going Work Nice Brand - The North Face

  • @JoeGillian0
    @JoeGillian0 Жыл бұрын

    Certainly too good for carry-on dimensions :-)

  • @ashlynsoswag
    @ashlynsoswag Жыл бұрын

    obsessed with this girl she seems so sweet! I want to use this bag for school but i'm not sure it'll be big enough, can anyone confirm?

  • @PackHacker2

    @PackHacker2

    Жыл бұрын

    It depends on what you'll need to bring, Ashlyn!

  • @ashlynsoswag

    @ashlynsoswag

    Жыл бұрын

    @@PackHacker2 do you think i could fit an 11 inch notebook?

  • @courtneycrawford1212

    @courtneycrawford1212

    11 ай бұрын

    @@ashlynsoswagyes, it will. I have one of these bags and my iPad Pro 11 inch does fit. Though I usually carry my iPad mini 6 because it’s lighter.

  • @AngelGomez-ki4cg
    @AngelGomez-ki4cg11 ай бұрын

    Is it for men aswell ?

  • @Andrewnutrition

    @Andrewnutrition

    8 ай бұрын

    yes

  • @e3vL1
    @e3vL1 Жыл бұрын

    I can see kids starting grade school wearing one

  • @landlockedwy4603
    @landlockedwy460311 ай бұрын

    Okay, you’re pretty slim. Have any plus sized women tried this? I’m wondering if the straps are long enough

  • @Lovencio
    @Lovencio Жыл бұрын

    It's like a kid backpack used by adults

  • @Salty_Biscuitz88
    @Salty_Biscuitz88 Жыл бұрын

    Is this a kid bag?

  • @PackHacker2

    @PackHacker2

    Жыл бұрын

    It can be 😃

  • @miravlix
    @miravlix3 ай бұрын

    City girl trying to advice on a nature hiking bag? You don't seems to realize how annoying a hat or other item hanging like that is or how dangerous it is when things can snag so easily. In a city you don't really have many snagging issues, but trees and nature locations just doesn't conform to straight lines and designer walkways. While the wire holder is close to body, it's still a hell of a location to get snagged as you have no way to "see" or easily free yourself.

  • @cumuluscloud2

    @cumuluscloud2

    Ай бұрын

    Common sense would tell you this is not the bag for running through a forest of your choice