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The North Face Terra 55

Hiking & Camping > BackpacksRated: ***** by 4 reviews.

Mountain Gear

When you're ready to start getting more serious about camping and hiking, and get the kids involved too, the Youth Terra 55 from The North Face is your pack. This large-capacity youth pack is comfortable, durable, and customized for younger hikers; it features Opti-Fit suspension and a Verti-Cool back panel, making it easy to adjust to a wide range of sizes while keeping young ones cool and comfortable. Specifications based on size Medium.

Features:

  • Adjust your load as needed with the side compression straps and adjustable sternum strap
  • Carry your load comfortably with the Opti-Fit suspension system that provides stability and comfort while fitting a wide range of torso lengths
  • Keep gear handy in the stretch woven side pockets, front stretch pocket, zip mesh pocket in the lid, and side water-bottle pockets or use the lash points and the trekking pole and tool loops
  • Load your gear via the top of the pack
  • Organize you gear by stowing your sleeping bag in the sleeping bag compartment with a trampoline divider
  • Stabilize your load with the PE sheet and adjust its position with the aluminum V stays
  • Stay cool during strenuous activities with the Verti-Cool back panel, an open-air trampoline mesh stretched tight across your back that creates a chimney effect that allows air to circulate between your back and the pack
  • Wet your whistle as much as you need - this pack is hydration compatible

Rocky Mountain Trail

Designed to provide both ease and durability on the trail this high-volume pack has an easy-to-use, adjustable, suspension for weekend trips The North Face Youth Terra 55 is the perfect pack for the novice back packer who wants to come along with mom and dad. Built just like the adult Terra models, this pack is heavy duty, and incredibly comfortable. Built for a youthful frame, this pack is the perfect pack for a young backpacker. Click here to learn more about the Terra's unique features

Features:

  • Adjustable sternum strap with Safe-T whistle
  • Adjustable torso length
  • Front stretch pocket
  • Hydration compatible
  • Large-load capacity engineered for young backpackers
  • Lash points and tool loops
  • Opti-Fit™ suspension
  • Optimum load weight range: 30-50 lbs
  • PE sheet and aluminum V stays
  • Side compression straps
  • Side water bottle pockets
  • Sleeping bag compartment with trampoline divider
  • Stretch woven side pockets
  • Top-loading
  • Trekking pole loops
  • Verti-Cool™ back panel
  • Zip mesh pocket in lid

O2GearShop.com (Spring 2009)

With the same load capacity as the adult Terra 60, this exploration pack is engineered for young backpackers. Designed to provide both ease and durability on the trail, the Youth Terra 55 is a high-volume pack with easy-to-use, adjustable, suspension for weekend trips.

Features:

  • Adjustable sternum strap with Safe-T whistle
  • Adjustable torso length
  • Avg Weight: 3 lbs 14 oz (1770 g)
  • Fabric: Sabre 6, 420D ripstop nylon, Sabre 12
  • Fit Range: 15 in.–18 in. (38 cm–46 cm)
  • Front stretch pocket
  • Hydration compatible
  • Large-load capacity engineered for young backpackers
  • Lash points and tool loops
  • Opti-Fit™ suspension
  • Optimum load weight range: 30-50 lbs
  • PE sheet and aluminum V stays
  • Side compression straps
  • Side water bottle pockets
  • Sleeping bag compartment with trampoline divider
  • Stretch woven side pockets
  • Top-loading
  • Trekking pole loops
  • Verti-Cool™ back panel
  • Zip mesh pocket in lid

This description was also provided by: USOutdoor.com


Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)

The North Face® Youth Terra 55 Backpack is designed with the same large-load capacity of the adult Terra, but with a fit that's engineered for young backpackers. Excellent pack for first-timers, delivering comfort and durability on the trail.

Features:

  • Adjustable Opti-Fit™ suspension for load-carrying comfort and stability
  • Adjustable sternum strap with Safe-T whistle
  • Adjustable torso length
  • Fabric: 420-denier ripstop nylon; 600-denier polyester weave; 1200-denier polyester weave; durable water resistant and abrasion-resistant
  • Front stretch pocket; stretch woven side pockets
  • Hydration compatible
  • Lash points and tool loops; trekking-pole loops
  • One size
  • PE sheet and aluminum V stays
  • Side compression straps
  • Side water-bottle pockets
  • Sleeping bag compartment with trampoline divider
  • Top-loading; zip mesh pocket in lid
  • Verti-Cool™ back panel

Backcountry.com

When your kids start carrying their own loads into camp, they'll appreciate The North Face Youth Terra 55 Backpack, a comfortable and durable backpack that forges futures in the backcountry. The Youth Terra 55 Backpack's Opti-Fit system allows your kids to adjust the suspension to their particular builds and specifications, while The North Face's Verti-Cool back panel contributes to their staying comfortable and ventilated. Your kids will use the diversity of pockets, lash points, and loops to hang out their wet shoes, carry water, strap on hiking poles, or collect neat trail samples on the go. Comfortably carries 25 to 45 pounds. *Torso fit range is 15-18 inches.


Altrec

The Youth Terra 60 is a kid's specific, large-capacity top-loading pack ideal for young backpackers on long day hikes.

Features:

  • Adjustable sternum strap with Safe-T whistle
  • Adjustable torso length
  • Front stretch pocket
  • Hydration compatible
  • Lash points and tool loops
  • Opti-Fit suspension
  • PE sheet and aluminum V stays
  • Side compression straps
  • Side water-bottle pockets
  • Sleeping bag compartment with trampoline divider
  • Stretch woven side pockets
  • The same large-load capacity of our adult Terra 60 but with a fit that's engineered for young backpackers
  • Top-loading
  • Trekking pole loops
  • Verti-Cool back panel
  • Zip mesh pocket in lid
  • [SIZES] One Size

Moosejaw

No description provided.

Access:top, sleeping bag
Access Types:Top, sleeping bag
Capacity:3350 in3 (55 liters)
Cargo Capacity:3,050 cu. in.
Detachable Pack:No
Dimensions:26" x 13" x 10"
Fabric:Sabre 6, 420D ripstop nylon, Sabre 12
Fit Range:15"-18" (38 cm-46 cm)
Fits Torso:15-18 inches
Frame Type:Internal
Hydration Compatible:Yes (not included)
Manufacturer Warranty:Lifetime
Material:420D Ripstop nylon, Sabre 6, Sabre 12
Optimum load weight range:30-50 lbs
Padded Laptop Compartment:No
Pockets:1 Lid, 1 front, 2 side, 2 side water bottle
Primary Use:Backpacking
Rain Cover:No
Recommended Use:Backpacking, trekking, adventure travel
Shipping Surcharge:Yes
Sizes:One Size
Sleeping Bag Compartment:Yes
Stays:Aluminum
Sternum Strap:Yes
Suspension:Aluminum V-stays, PE sheet, molded back panel
Top Access:Yes
Torso Adjustment:Yes
Torso Length:15 - 18 in.
Trip Length:Weekend
Volume:3050cu in (50L)
Waist Belt:Yes
Weight:3lb 14oz (1770g)

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Option Availability:

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Legend

  •     - Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)
  •     - USOutdoor.com
  •     - Rocky Mountain Trail
  •     - Altrec
  •     - Mountain Gear
  •     - Backcountry.com
  •     - Moosejaw

Notes:

O2GearShop.com (Spring 2009) offers this product at $119.95, but does not provide any color/size information.

The North Face Terra 55 Reviews Summary:

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Reviews:

"A quality heavy-duty pack for any kid to teenager"

Rating:*****
Bought this pack for my 11 year old boy. I was worried that since it was sized as youth that it wouldn't be made with as good of quality or features as the adult packs. Not even an issue he's harder on his pack than I have ever been on mine without so much as a rip. Easy size adjustments to boot, he will have this pack for many years to come.
Jason at Moosejaw on 06/07/2009

Not Just for the Kiddies

Rating:*****

I love this backpack. It may not be huge cubic cm wise but it can hold anything. It's very comfortable, and it's a good price for what it is. Not only that, I'm a 21 year old female. Who says you have to spring for the extra money on women's packs? I think it's just another way to jack up the prices!

sara.lin.m2232207 at Backcountry.com on 12/16/2008

Nice backpack

Rating:*****

I bought this backpack for my 11 year old son for Scouts. It is a quality piece of kit that will grow with him. I spent quite a bit of time researching backpacks for him on the net and we are happy so far. I would recommend it.

Jared at Backcountry.com on 07/21/2009

Great Pack for Smaller Gals

Rating:*****

Great strong pack. I'm 5'1 and this kids pack is perfect size for me. Quality stuff

maureen at Backcountry.com on 03/25/2009