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The North Face Ion 20 Backpack - 1200cu in - 2008 BCS
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The North Face Ion 20 Backpack's slim, aerodynamic shape lends itself to trail running and day hikes, but this pack also comes with a padded laptop sleeve for running from class to class. You can take the Ion 20 Backpack to algebra, then ditch your computer at the dorm, swap it with a hydration system, and hit the trails for the afternoon. The North Face's ExoLite back panel and dual-density Airmesh shoulder straps keep air moving and ensure you don't overheat in the middle of the summer.
Bottom Line: Running to class or running your local trails? Bring along The North Face Ion 20 Backpack.
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does this pack have the saem internally stored rain cover that
does this pack have the saem internally stored rain cover that the angstrom 30 does?
By: ans3123829
June 2, 2009
Yes, it does. It fits in a side pocket inside one of the water bottle pockets and fits the pack great!
By: The Hidden Llama
December 6, 2011
Yes. They both have similar rain covers.
By: AndrewZ
June 2, 2009
Rain Cover
By: sup2758533
December 28, 2008
Great Daypack
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The Hidden Llama
March 30, 2009
I was looking for a daypack for moderate length hikes, something to carry water, food, layers, and a camera. This is a perfect daypack. It has a large, well padded hipbelt that takes to weight off of your shoulders with minimal adjustment. The included rain cover is also a great bonus. The lower price on SAC made this purchase a no brainer. Note: I was not able to fit my laptop with a 15" screen in the sleeve since there is a good half inch of plastic between the screen and the edge of the laptop. You may want to measure your laptop if you plan to use this to carry it.
Is this pack be enough for a good amount of school books? is
Is this pack be enough for a good amount of school books? is it to small for school?
By: Vyt
April 21, 2009
I would reccomend something a little larger for carrying schoolbooks. It's wide enough to carry most books, but not deep enough front to back to carry more than one or maybe two. Also the material is very lightweight and I suspect the wear and tear of school use might be a bit much for it.
By: The Hidden Llama
January 24, 2011
really it depends on the size of the book. This pack will not hold a 3 ring binder, but it holds my Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry texts books at the saem time. this pack also holds a few 5 subject notebooks with no problem
By: ans3123829
August 10, 2009
I have a black diamond Bbee and it is 12L and I can fit 2 text books comfortably. If you only have a couple classes you shoudl be able to carry atleast 3 maybe 4 books no problem since this is 20L. But if you have an all day schedule go with something a little bigger. But it is nice to have a waist belt if you bike to class, very handy.
By: Kyle Stephens
April 24, 2009
The Back Panel
By: sup2758533
December 28, 2008
For School and Hikes
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Nathan C.
December 29, 2008
This backpack is best for those who want a smaller pack for school that will still work as a pack for day hikes. It fits my 14x10 inch Laptop, 1 text book, and 2 folders but still has what is needed to take it outdoors with chest straps that click into together and as well as the padded waist straps. The shoulder straps are thin and breathable so you wouldn't sweat as much. Your back is separated from the pouch by a stiff, flexible, and malleable board accompanied by foam padding down each side of the spine. It is designed with one main pouch that zips open like any normal backpack with a smaller poach on top of that that zips down the back. There are water bottle pockets on both sides and comes with a waterproof rain cover that collapses small and hides away. This pack is very light in weight; 1lb 14oz. Some might not like this because they may think its too thin and may call it cheap, but it is designed to be light and is very high quality.
Would this be useful for a jogging backpack that can hold a small
Would this be useful for a jogging backpack that can hold a small amount of clothing, shower shoes, and a towel? The main thing I want is comfort, that it does not ride up my back or distract me while running. I might also carry a water bottle. Thanks! Matt B
By: Matt Bristol
January 9, 2009
I think that this pack would be good for running in that it is lightweight, has a decent back panel and most importantly really good hip straps to keep it in place. It should be just about the right size for carrying what you describe.
By: The Hidden Llama
December 6, 2011
Size
By: sup2758533
December 28, 2008
By: boo
January 7, 2012
that is the ion 20
What size is the laptop sleeve? Will a 15.4" laptop fit
What size is the laptop sleeve? Will a 15.4" laptop fit?
By: Tweetydabird
November 22, 2008
Sort of. I also have a 15.4" laptop and I can get it in, but the sleeve has to stretch just a little bit to get it in. This certainly isn't the ideal pack for carrying a laptop that size as the corners aren't really protected as they protrude a bit from the pack (which is a bit smaller than the laptop).
By: The Hidden Llama
December 6, 2011
The pack itself is just water resistant, but it comes with a raincover.
By: The Hidden Llama
December 6, 2011
The pack material itself is coated and waterproof, but the seams are not. It is going to take quite a bit of rain for things to get super wet inside this pack. It is probably pretty easy to track down a rain cover for it if you are in a very wet climate.This would definitely help the waterproofness of this pack:http://www.backcountry.com/store/MOU0123/Mountainsmith-
By: moroni
November 17, 2008
Change me.
Out of Stock
2008 Model No Longer Available
We have a lot more Daypacks than that
DaypacksResearch other out-of-stock versions:
Great Daypack
I was looking for a daypack for moderate length hikes, something to carry water, food, layers, and a camera. This is a perfect daypack. It has a large, more...
For School and Hikes
This backpack is best for those who want a smaller pack for school that will still work as a pack for day hikes. It fits my 14x10 inch Laptop, 1 text book, more...
- Material:
- Cordura, nylon
- Volume:
- 1200cu in (20L)
- Suspension:
- ExoLite back panel, dual-density Airmesh shoulder straps
- Waist-belt:
- Yes
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top zip
- External Pockets:
- 1 Front
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- No
- Gear Loops:
- None
- Ice Axe Loops:
- None
- Shovel Pocket:
- No
- Recommended Use:
- Day hiking, trail running, school
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime