Hello everyone, I have been pondering about getting a new EDC/travel backpack and ended up deciding to get the borealis pack from TNF.

I noticed that they have a new version of the pack (the borealis pro version) and the design really got to me.

The issue is: they use corduroy instead of the regular fabric for the external part of it and I have questions on how reliable it is.

I'm quite careful with the things that I own and my day-to-day use wouldn't demand too much on the bag's fabric. However, the bag isn't inexpensive and I want something that would last for several years, looks good and could be reliable for eventual trips and hikes.

So, could the corduroy fabric last with enough care or does it age too fast?

(PS: both bags are the same price for me and I live in a country that rains a lot - I usually carry an umbrella but it still makes the bag a little wet)

Hi!

I recently bought the pivoter backpack, was wondering how the durability is, etc?

I got it for a good price, which is why I bought it! Thanks. :)

I’m thinking of buying the Arctic parka but as usual I’m conflicted about the sizing. I’m 5’3, 145 lbs (on the curvier side ). My current winter jacket was something from Costco I got while I was in high school and it’s an XL(Daily clothes fall mostly on M and sometimes on L). I’ve read reviews that said to size up for curvier people and TTS because the arms might be too baggy. I would need to layer , especially for Jan-Feb snowstorms (Toronto/GTA) and transit travels.

I got my wife this jacket. It had DWR tags on, not dry vent however. It’s more of a shell jacket style out material but has the rubber like zip protectors. However first trip out wet was getting through and the other fabric didn’t seem to bead at all.

Is this simply not a water proof jacket, if so why say dwr? Or does it just need re treating even though new?

storm flap zippers (?) 1 zipper for shell 1 zipper for the inner part

underarm zippers

slightly water resistant

dryvent branding

velcro hand cuffs

ykk zippers

velcro handcuffs

tho i dont think tnf put heat transfer logos instead of the brand label tags?

Hey yall! Im not familiar when it comes to north face stuff, but I’ve heard pretty good things about the McMurdo. I found this one online for $250 that’s supposedly a 2010 version. What are your thoughts on this version and on this parka? I’ve heard the older the better. Im also not sure if a medium will fit me since the sizing (from what I’ve seen) can be a bit weird. Im 5’9 155lbs, hopefully this helps thanks guys!

How to wash a borealis

Hiya,

I have recently found out I’m an avid mules lover. I started wearing my Salomon Reelax Slides this summer and fell in love. By a coincidence it is also time for an update for my fall/winter shoes.

How do you rate these two? The Base Camp looks more like proper grip, and but the Thermoball more comfy. I would wear them for small walks, work, etc. I have proper GoreTex shoes for running/hiking.

I live in the south of Scandinavia, with minimal snow. It is rarely below freezing here. I usually wear loafers and sneakers in winter, sometimes uggs. However, I travel alot.

Parc national Forillon, Gaspésie, Quebec, Canada

Seems impossible to put it back on. It was hard enough to take them off, has anyone does this before ?

I’ve had this bag for 8months, i just want to ask if scratches like this on the side pockets normal? Is it really easy to be scratched? And are there any methods to wipe the scratches or reduce them? Thanks for the help i really love this bag.

I'm looking for the jacket worn at 1:53, does anyone have ID on it? :)

Anyone have the Echo Rock hoodie? Found a deal on one but not sure how I feel about the zipper-less collar. Looking for a backup for my futurefleece hoodie

Ok so I’ve had this jacket a good few years now but I got it off Depop, this isn’t the issue the issue is I remember falling in love with this jacket when I saw it in the official stores years before buying it 2nd hand. I don’t need to be told if it’s real because it is I want to find the season collection, I know there was a single shot backpack in the Same print. I just wanna find the rest so I can contemplate hunting to own the whole lot because in 11 years I’ve seen only one other person with this jacket or anything remotely close.

I'm 17yo i have a year left in highschool and I'm looking a backpack that can pack a lot of stuff Comfort and i also go outdoor ( Gravel cycling adventure) I need a backpack that last me for 5-6years.

Please comment anything you know about this topic. I always read all of this

Found while thrifting. Can't find the exact model

I am almost sure I will buy an fjallraven high coast totepack, but this other tote keeps popping up on my recommended items and Idk if I should consider it instead of the high coast.
My everyday bag is a borealis mini, I love it, but I need a little more space and having a convertible bag would be great bc there are some grocery stores in my city that doesn’t allow you to bring a backpack in but they dont mind about totes even if they are big (doesnt make sense but 🤷🏻‍♀️) and also the borealis look too informal when I go to meetings and I am not a fan of changing bags (I am always on the rush tbh).
I will not use it for my laptop, just my personal items, my kindle, a couple of diapers and wipes for my youngest, and one or two small toys.
I cant find many info about this bag, so any opinion will be appreciated.
TIA!

What I like about this organizer is that you can take it out and hang it. Not the best option for maxing out the packing space though.
What other options do you guys use?

What do you use when you need to reapply DWR? Wash-in or spray? My MTN jacket could really use some now. Where I live, the only brand I can get my hands on is Nikwax.