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The North Face Pandora Classic

Hiking & Camping > BackpacksRated: ***** by 21 reviews.

Altrec

Designed with contoured shoulder straps that conform to a woman's profile better than unisex daypacks, The North Face Pandora Classic is a comfortable, easy-to-wear design that's ideal for trips to work, school and town. The 710-cubic-inch capacity main compartment is not quite half the size of conventional daypack designs, so the Pandora is best suited for light class loads and women who tend to take their workloads home on USB flashcards instead of hardcopy files. Inside you'll find an organizer with a key clip. There's also a removable cellular phone compartment.

Features:

  • Capacity: 710 in. (12 l.)
  • Comfortable stitched foam back panel
  • Curved harness design specifically contoured to fit a woman's upper torso
  • Dimension: 16 x 10 x 7 in. (41 x 25 x 18 cm.)
  • Internal organizer with key clip
  • Panel loading design with a convenient webbing carry handle up top
  • Removable cellular phone compartment
  • Rugged Sabre 6 10-oz. polyester fabric with extra durable Sabre 12 (14-oz. polyester) reinforcement areas--all fabric has a DWR finish
  • Weight: 14 oz. (400 g.)

Mountain Gear

Open up a world of possibilities in the simple, elegant Pandora Classic backpack from The North Face. A women's-specific shoulder harness makes it the ideal daypack for women on the go - a stitched-foam backpanel and internal organizer ensure that you'll be able to keep it with you all day.

Features:

  • Carry handle and panel loader for easy all-day loading
  • Designed to carry comfortably on a woman's shoulders, the harness curves away from your chest
  • Keep small items organized and easy to find with a front pocket complete with an organizer and a key clip-in
  • Keep your back cool and dry with a stitched backpanel that has small channels for ventilation
  • Never lose track of your cell phone with a cell phone pocket that can detach when you're away from your pack

Mountain Gear (Fall 2008)

Elegant lines and specialized shoulder strap design of the Pandora Classic Pack from The North Face make it the ideal daypack for women on the go - a stitched-foam backpanel and internal organizer ensure that you'll be able to keep it with you all day.

Features:

  • Carry handle and panel loader for easy all-day loading
  • Clever shoulder strap design is shaped to fit a woman's torso and avoids the chest area for comfortable load carrying
  • Detachable cell phone pocket keeps your connectivity with you
  • Front pocket features an internal organizer with a key clip
  • Sabre Fabric construction is treated with a Durable Water Repellent finish and is abrasion resistant
  • Shorter torso length accommodates a woman's frame
  • Stitched backpanel has small channels for ventilation to keep your back cool and dry

Backcountry.com

The North Face designed the Pandora Backpack specifically for women, so you don't have to lug things around in a big uncomfortable man bag. Contoured shoulder straps give the Pandora Backpack a fit that feels tailored specifically for you. Tighten the hip-belt to keep your pack from flapping around when you sprint to catch the bus, or remove it if it's in the way. The North Face gave this little backpack a front organizer and multiple internal pockets to keep everything easy to find. A carry handle lets you tote the Pandora like a handbag.


Ramsey Outdoor

Designed to comfortably fit a woman's torso, the Pandora's a go-to daypack for camping trips, and functional for every day jaunts. With two zip pockets, this daypack has ample space to hold a pair of shoes, books, lunch, and any other essentials you may need on your trip.

Features:

  • Carry handleQ lb 0 ozW00 cu in
  • Designed and sized specifically for women
  • Laminated stitched back panel
  • Multiple internal pockets
  • Reflective hits
  • Removable hipbelt
  • Shoulder straps shaped to comfortably fit a woman's torso
  • Small front pocket with organizer

The North Face

Made to fit a woman's torso, the Pandora Classic is a lightweight daypack for year-round use. Designed with a unique shape, this is a versatile go-to pack to take on quick trips to the farmer's market or gym.

Features:

  • Comfortable, stitched, foam back panel
  • Internal organizer with key clip in front pocket
  • Women-specific shoulder harness

Moosejaw

No description provided.

Access:panel
Access Types:Top
Avg Weight:14 oz (400 g)
Capacity:710 cu in
Country of Origin:Vietnam
Dimensions:16"
Fabric:600D polyester, 1200D polyester
Fits torso:One size fits most
Laptop Pocket Dimensions:N / A
Manufacturer Warranty:Lifetime
Material:600D polyester / 1200D polyester
Number of pockets:main compartment + 2 pockets
Recommended Use:Casual, school, commuting
Sizes:One size
Skateboard Carry:No
Suspension:Shoulder straps, laminated back panel
Volume:700cu in (10L)
Waist-belt:Yes, removable
Weight:1lb (450g)

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Legend

  •     - Backcountry.com
  •     - Mountain Gear
  •     - The North Face
  •     - Moosejaw
  •     - Ramsey Outdoor
  •     - Mountain Gear (Fall 2008)
  •     - Altrec

The North Face Pandora Classic Reviews Summary:

RatingNumber
of Reviews
*****13
****3
***4
**1
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Positive Reviews:

Great Day Pack

Rating:*****

I bought this pack in black for my highschool aged daughter so she wouldn't have to carry a bulky purse around campus. After a few uses she discarded it saying " it wasnt big enough for my stuff" I wanted a small pack for work and "heck" I paid for it!!! so i took it back and now use it for work and play daily. Short of the pandora name on it, I love it! Its compact, yet holds alot of man stuff. I use it as my primary day pack on hikes and down here in Orlando FL, it holds all the family stuff at the theme parks. Its great for mountain biking, its low profile and with a full sternum and waist strap very snug. I dont recommend it for school aged kids for books and school supplies, "it is small" but its a perfect alternative purse or in my case day pack. And she aint gettin it back!!!

Jim Romaine at Backcountry.com on 01/12/2009

Wonderful little daypack...

Rating:*****

This Pandora back pack is very versatile. I get compliments every day I use it. Great value for money and it performs well in yucky weather unlike a leather purse would. I use this for a day pack while snowboarding if I do not feel like getting a locker at the mountain. the hip belt can be a huge blessing when riding a snowboard, but if you don;t need it you can remove it. Rain seems to be no issues for this little lifesaver. The contoured shoulder straps are quite comfy and this bag has lots of room, it is very deceiving. You will love it and the price is right. This is definitely a nice fit for a woman. When the weather warms up I will use it on my mountain bike as well.

Lin Belarge at Backcountry.com on 02/02/2009

"Perfect bag for a 5 or so hour hike"

Rating:*****
This pack is perfect for me. From reading the other reviews I was afraid it would be too small, but its just right. I use it for day trips where I only really need to pack a small snack, a couple of bottles of water, a sweater and some other small accessories bug spray, hand sanitizer, etc. So far its proven to be pretty durable too. Oh, and I love that it has straps that connect in the front. A lot of small packs don't have this feature which really comes in handy if you're hiking or climbing.
Christina at Moosejaw on 06/04/2007

"Great daypack/backpack."

Rating:****
This versatile pack is great, I can even fit my books in it! It's great for little adventures, big enough to hold everything you would need but smaller than most backpacks. I do get some werid looks about it, since it is a small version of a backpack but once they see me pull out a book and water bottle, the looks become looks of amazement on how much it can hold. Anyway, it's overall a good buy- and it has a snazzy little pocket in front with a key clip and pencil holder.
Lisa at Moosejaw on 03/04/2007

Perfect Backpack

Rating:*****

This backpack is just great. It is small so if you want it for carrying many books, this isn't the backpack for you. It's great for bikeriding, hiking for a few hours, or going for a day at the beach. The straps can be taken off so it's really convenient when you don't need them. Buy it if you're looking for a small backpack that's just for women!

muneca4v2352342 at Backcountry.com on 09/16/2008

Awesome compact backpack

Rating:*****
This bag is really great. I have been looking for one with back support for a long time, and finally found it! I can load it up and hardly feel it. It is just a bit too small to fit my 14" laptop, but I use it more for commuting to work -- it fits lunch, a pair of shoes, and wallet/odds & ends. Great Bag!
Abby at Altrec on 10/16/2009

"Nice sense of humor you moosejaws have. Your messages had me smiling on many gloomy days."

Rating:*****
I absolutely love this bag. I have gotten many great comments on it from many great people when I was carrying it. The pack is small but very convenient in many ways. It was also a fast and quick delivery. I wasn't expecting it to arrive so quickly and was surprised by all the things that came with this bag.
Jian B at Moosejaw on 07/14/2008

Great size every day pack

Rating:*****
I love this pack! it is the perfect size for a light load/everyday pack. gives you room without the bulk. Enough room for my things and extra room for my little ones lunch and sigg water bottle(even some toys) Thank you altrec for another wonderful ordering experience and quality item
Anonymous at Altrec on 04/08/2008

"A great pack for kids!!!"

Rating:****
The seatbelt strap is a big help with my 5 year old daughter. She can do normal 5 year old things without the shoulder straps falling off of her shoulders.
Joshua at Moosejaw on 09/27/2007

Great product!

Rating:*****
This is a great little pack, for fitting a lot. the shipping took exactly what they said it would and everything turned out great! My daughter loves this pack.
annette dupres at Altrec on 04/09/2008

Negative Reviews:

"Truly Disappointed"

Rating:**
I bought this as a gift for my girlfriend. Before I put down the order, she said that she love the color combination, especially the orange color of the North Face logo. However, when I received the bag, the logo is actually grey instead of orange. She was truly disappointed as the picture does not match the real item that we purchase. What a pity.
Tzeng Y at Moosejaw on 07/10/2007

Neutral Reviews:

Pandora Classic Backpack

Rating:***
I think I tried an older model of the Pandora at Mountain Gear because it was on sale. I tried another Pandora that had a wider opening for the front pocket which made it easier to unzip and put things in. The newer Pandora does not have the chest strap or whistle, but I don't miss those items. The smaller size is great for a short hike or for hauling around some stuff for your kids for a day at the zoo. If you like the size, I would get the Pandora that has the wider front pocket rather than this model.
Don'tcallmewendy at Mountain Gear (Fall 2008) on 06/27/2008

"Take care."

Rating:***
I guess I need to read things a little more closely. I wanted a backpack, not a daypack. My daughter will be lucky to fit her lunch in there! It's very cute, though. Unfortunately, it's coming back to you. We're looking at other options. Thanks for having such a fun website and mail order experience. We'll be back.
Alison at Moosejaw on 08/28/2007

"Sturdy and comfortable--but a little small for campus"

Rating:***
The backpack is sturdy and comfortable. It doesn't stain easily--which is a big plus. The only problem--the size. I bought it for use around campus and it is too small for more than a few notebooks. I would buy it for day trips to amusement parks or for carrying smaller items.
Caroline at Moosejaw on 10/03/2007

"I'll be back to shop again!"

Rating:***
Nice look, nice color, nice bag if you are 10 years old or under 4 feet 7 inches! I bought it for my 18 year old college student and she was the laughing stock of the floor! I guess I still think she is a little girl!
Ann Marie at Moosejaw on 10/27/2007