The North Face packs and bags

When it comes to an urban commute, a weekend getaway or full-on mountain expedition, The North Face packs and bags are established icons of durability, functionality, and overall great design.

Established in 1966, the first small The North Face shop in San Francisco quickly became a regular stop for climbers heading to Yosemite and the high Sierra Mountains of California.

Among the original designs was an innovative internal frame backpack, far more versatile and comfortable than a traditional external frame pack. The commitment to innovation remains and is evident in the cutting-edge materials and ergonomic designs that make The North Face packs both comfortable and constructed for seasons of hard use.

Travel packs and duffles

Not every journey takes you to a high base camp, but bags that are rugged enough for mountain recon and expedition use are more than ready for baggage carousels and globe-trotting travel.

Features like water-shedding materials, padded shoulder straps and grab handles make them highly functional as well as supremely comfortable.

Technical backpacks for hiking, climbing and trail running

Comfort is crucial when you’re moving through rugged terrain or out on the trail for days at a time. Ergonomic frames that distribute weight and ventilated back panels that channel airflow can reduce strain and make long hikes more comfortable. Pared back to suit ultralight hikers or made to balance the weight of a gear-intensive climbing mission, The North Face packs are ready for any outdoor challenge. Learn more in our guide to how to choose and fit a backpack.

Bookbags and kids’ packs

Scaled-down versions of adult’s outdoor packs are made for young explorers in training. Look for well-thought-out features like 360-degree reflective hits and zippers that securely lock in the contents. Bookbags that handle chunky textbooks are the norm, and daypacks that stand up unsupported prevent electronics and pencil cases from being dumped out on the ground.

Round out your camping kit: TNF sleeping bags and tents

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From bomber single-wall shelters made to withstand wind and snow, to roomy base-camp dining halls and lightweight solo shelters, The North Face tents are made for the mission at hand.

More The North Face styles at MEC

• Outdoor and winter footwear
• Jackets and fleece layers
• Kids' clothing and footwear