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Stay nimble during your daily commute with this ultra-durable, 28-liter capacity pack that features a supportive back panel, a main compartment that's accessed at the touch of a button, a pull-strap that ejects your laptop and fleece-lined device pockets for efficient organization. Crafted of bulletproof 500D stretch polyester and 840D ballistics nylon for unmatched durability.
Benefits
Endorsed by the ACA
Features
- Sleek and durable, 28-liter pack
- Pack stands on its own
- OrthoLite® padding throughout the back panel provides support and all-day comfort
- Easy-to-use locking mechanism allows for worry-free commuting
- Screen-print on bottom of face provides extra durability in high-wear zones
- Main compartment effortlessly springs open with a push of the custom-designed button for quick and easy access
- Laptop-ejector handle lifts your laptop out of its pocket for quick access
- Ejector tabs in the fleece-lined tablet and media pockets eject your devices with just a pull
- Spring steel frame and foam body provide extra protection for your gear
- Two external vertical zips are protected by the foam frame
- Integrated ladderlocks in the shoulder straps allow for seamless adjustability
Product Specifications
- Style:
- NF0A2ZEP
- Dimensions:
- 21" x 13" x 7" (53 cm x 33 cm x 18 cm)
- Avg Weight:
- 4 lbs 15 oz (2239.6 g)
- Volume:
- 1709 in³ (28 liters)
- Laptop Sleeve:
- 10.5" x 15.5"
- Fabric:
- 500D stretch polyester; 840D ballistics nylon
- Source:
- Imported
- Guarantee:
- Lifetime Waranty
Ratings and Reviews
by PowerReviewsTheNorthFaceACCESS 28L
(based on 8 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of reviewers recommend this product.
Pros
- Comfortable (3)
- Great features (3)
Cons
No Cons
Best Uses
- Computer (4)
- School (3)
- Primary use:
- Personal (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (8)
Reviewed by 8 customers
Displaying reviews 1-8
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Great Features
Cons
- Inefficient Laptop Compartment
Best Uses
- Computer
- School
Comments about TheNorthFace ACCESS 28L:
I love this bag. It's tough, it's sleek, but it could still use some work. The bag would be a lot better if the laptop sleeve and mechanism was integrated into the same fast pocket as the phone pulls, behind that set of pockets. For me, it would be much easier to only have to click open the one pocket instead of opening the zippered laptop sleeve. Other than that, it would be nice to have an elastic or deeper water bottle holder.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Protection
Cons
Best Uses
- Computer
Comments about TheNorthFace ACCESS 28L:
I love the protection it offers my Macbook Pro. Just a really big bag to carry around the city if you do so. Overall, satisfied with my purchase.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Great Features
- Roomy
- Sleek looking
Cons
- Not Enough Pockets
- On some airplanes and seats is too long
Best Uses
- Computer
- Office
- Travel
Comments about TheNorthFace ACCESS 28L:
It is much better sized for the items I carry as compared to the 22L. I've had several comments from people that really like it.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Comfortable
- Great Features
- Perfect laptop area for my Mac
Cons
Best Uses
- Books
- Commuting
- Computer
- Cycling
- School
Comments about TheNorthFace ACCESS 28L:
Super bomb works great and has super good features I can fit all the stuff I need for a day of college. Normally I have about 6 moleskins, headphones, a bible, a hydro flask, climbing shoes and a hoodie. Fits all of it with ease. The best part is that it stands up on it own!!!!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about TheNorthFace ACCESS 28L:
I ve just bought it even in short term using I like it so much. I can reach everything so quick and I know where my stuff is. I feel safe while I am walking.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about TheNorthFace ACCESS 28L:
I purchased this pack mainly for going to work and random outings. At first I checked out the 22L TNF Access, read tons of reviews and watched review videos. It looked cool, but it didn't stand up on its own and everyone complained about the size. I then saw the 28L TNF access. They fixed the main complaints and increased the size and now the pack stands upright.
Once I saw the size and staying upright was fixed, I purchased online.
Upon receiving the pack, I quickly became skeptical about how much it could carry. I decided to give it a try for a week or so. The pack grew on me. If I were still in college/school, this pack would not be the best for carrying multiple text books, a laptop, water bottle, snacks, clothing etc.
In the back pocket I can easily fit my laptop (with thin case, but no need since the pack provides decent protection) and a text book/folders/magazines etc..
In the main pocket, the one with the auto-open top, much more can fit. The auto-open top is very convenient. No more having to unzip to get at your belongings. Just flick the latching clip up, and the bag opens quickly. This especially comes in handy while driving when you need something quickly, money for tolls, a water bottle etc. 2 or 3 good size text books could fit in here with room at the top for other smaller items.
The random pockets fit whatever else, laptop charging cable, pens, sunglasses etc.
The the pockets with pull tabs used to pull out contents, are great. The contents of these pockets are usually hidden underneath the top of the pocket, so the pull tabs are really convenient.
Positives:
- Durable shell (case-like)
- 2 hidden pockets, come in handy
- very convenient auto-opening main compartment
- solid latching mechanism for main compartment
- stands up right
Cons:
- side & inner pockets, when full, take up main compartment space
- side pouch for water bottles, doesn't really work well. With a water bottle in it, more space is taken from main compartment.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about TheNorthFace ACCESS 28L:
This is a really great pack; super versatile. I love the aluminum frame and the structure it provides; it stands up properly, it protects stuff inside, it looks great. Tons of space and storage for the types of things you need to carry all the time - iPad or laptop, chargers, pens, snacks, portfolio, etc. It has storage for nearly everything you want.
I get comments on this everywhere I go. It's also extremely comfortable. It's really pricey but I'd buy it again in a heartbeat.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Tech gear
- Travel
- Vlog
Comments about TheNorthFace ACCESS 28L:
So I had the Access pack ver. 1 for about two weeks, I ignored the YouTube reviewers and thought it was a pretty cool bag. It fit most of my gear but not all of it. The major downside was that it didn't stand up. So you had to have it on a table top to get to all your stuff. Along comes Ver. 2.0 which is larger and now has a flat bottom to stand up. The 6 extra liters make the difference. The clasp is now metal so you don't have to worry about breaking it off. I can know pack my MacBook 15in, an ipad, a notebook, full size Dslr, mavic pro and a few pair of sunglasses. The perfect travel companion and work horse. Quality is great and the shell is bombproof. NF listened to the reviewers and improved on a great concept to create a great bag.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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