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The North Face Vault

Hiking & Camping > BackpacksRated: ***** by 161 reviews.

Mountain Gear

When you need a roomy pack for books and your track uniform or you're looking for an easier way to carry binders and files to work, turn to The North Face's Vault Backpack. Organize your stuff in the large main compartment that's large enough for binders while you keep your cell, calculator, and a granola bar in the accessory pocket - all while your back stays comfortable with a foam back panel to lend cushioned support.

Features:

  • Even when you're out walking at night, you're safer and more visible to others thanks to the large reflective patch
  • Keep your wallet, sunglasses, or candy bar handy in the front accessory pocket with an organizer and be sure to attach your keys to the key clip contained inside
  • Slide a load of books, files for work, or necessities for a quick day-hike into the large main compartment - your stuff is protected by tough 600-denier polyester fabric
  • When you don't have room to sling it over your back, lug it around by the top carry handle
  • While your load may be weighty, your back doesn't feel it thanks to the comfortable, stitched foam back panel
  • Zip up the large main compartment and don't worry about busting the zipper, #10YKK zips provide ample strength - even when stressed by large loads

Altrec Outlet

When your dreams of reaching the show or winning the World Series of Poker don't pan out, it's time to fall back on plan C and this comfortable Vault Daypack from The North Face. The Vault doesn't have a padded laptop sleeve like other packs, but that extra space combines perfectly with the 1,850 cubic-inch capacity to accommodate thick lab binders and extra large projects. There's also a front accessory pocket with an internal organizer for pens, pencils, erasers, note pads, scissors and a calculator or a hand-held video game system. When the weekend rolls around, dump out all the study gear and load up the Vault with your day hike essentials or beach gear.

Features:

  • Dimensions: 19 in. x 13 in. x 7 in. (48 cm. x 33 cm. x 18 cm.)
  • Front accessory pocket features an internal organizer and key clip for house keys
  • Main compartment specifically sized to carry books and binders
  • Practical carrying handle up top
  • Reflective patch for increased visibility in low light conditions
  • Rugged 10 oz. 100% polyester 600-denier Sabre 6 fabric treated with a DWR finish
  • Soft foam backpanel
  • Ultra-durable YKK #10 zipper along main compartment opening
  • Volume: 1,850 cu. in. (30 l.)
  • Weight: 1 lb. 7 oz. (660 g.)

This description was also provided by: Altrec

USOutdoor.com

The Vault features comfort and organization making it an ideal North Face backpack for all-day adventures. A large main compartment in the Vault backpack fits books and binders, making this pack ideal for school or work. The North Face includes a front accessory pocket with organizer and key clip in the Vault for convenience in keeping track of items. A large reflective patch adds safety when you are cruising around in the evening with your Vault backpack.

The Vault backpack is the ideal North Face pack for day hikes or school.

Features:

  • #10 YKK® zippers on critical construction features
  • Avg Weight : 1 lbs 7 oz (652 g)
  • Carry handle
  • Comfortable, stitched foam back panel
  • Dimensions : 19 in x 13 in x 7 in (48 cm x 33 cm x 18 cm)
  • Fabric : Sabre 6
  • Front accessory pocket with organizer and key clip
  • Large main compartment fits books and binders
  • Large reflective patch for nighttime visibility
  • Volume : 1850 cu in (30 liters)

Rocky Mountain Trail

This portable locker has a large main compartment to fit all your school supplies. The North Face Vault has been described as a portable locker. Its large main compartment was built with a squared off design to fit books and binders. The simple and clean backpack continues to be a best-selling school book bag. A front pocket has an organizer to keep your pens and keys accessible and the large TNF logo patch is reflective for night time safety.

Features:

  • Beefy YKK #10 zipper on main compartment
  • Carry Handle
  • Foam backpanel
  • Front accessory pocket with organizer and key clip
  • Large main compartment fits books and binders
  • Large reflective patch for visibility in the dark

FogDog Sports

The North Face(r) Vault daypack will take you to the head of the class. Features include a large main compartment for books and binders, and a front accessory pocket with an organizer panel and key clip. The stitched foam back panel provides ultimate comfort while you're heading across campus.

Features:

  • Adjustable shoulder straps
  • Dimensions: W 13" x H 19" x D 7"
  • Front accessory pocket with organizer and key clip
  • Large main compartment for books and binders
  • Large reflective points for nighttime visibility
  • Stitched foam back panel
  • The North Face® Vault daypackV00D polyester
  • Top carry handle
  • Volume: 30 liters
  • Weight: 1 lb, 7 oz

Paragon Sports

The North Face Vault Daypack features comfort and organization making it ideal for all-day adventures.

Features:

  • #10 YKK® zippers on critical construction features
  • Avg Weight: 1 lbs 7 oz (0 kg)
  • Carry handle
  • Comfortable, stitched foam back panel
  • Dimensions: 19 in x 13 in x 7 in (48 cm x 33 cm x 18 cm)
  • Fabric: Sabre 6
  • Front accessory pocket with organizer and key clip
  • Large main compartment fits books and binders
  • Large reflective patch for nighttime visibility
  • Volume: 1850 cu in (30 liters)

Eastbay

Spring into action with the large storage and great features of the Vault Backpack from The North Face. A large main compartment offers plenty of storage space for larger items and front accessory pocket with organizer and key clip helps you keep track of smaller items with ease. Built-in back support provided by the comfortable, stitched foam back panel. Stay safe with the large reflective patch for nighttime visibility. YKK zippers installed on critical areas. Sz: 19" x 13" x 7".


Al's Sports

The Vault is an adventure daypack with large main compartment to fit books and binders.

Features:

  • #10 YKK zippers on critical construction features
  • Carry handle
  • Comfortable, stitched foam back panel
  • Dimensions : 19" x 13" x 7" (48 cm x 33 cm x 18 cm)
  • Fabric : Sabre 6
  • Front accessory pocket with organizer and key clip
  • Large main compartment fits books and binders
  • Large reflective patch for nighttime visibility
  • Style number AF9X
  • Volume : 1850 in3 (30 liters)

Backcountry.com

With its gaping main pocket built specifically to fit books and binders, The North Face 1850cu inch Vault Backpack might as well be a portable locker. The Vault Backpack's simple, clean design eliminates bulk and extra straps. The North Face Vault pack's front accessory pocket has an organizer to keep your pens and keys accessible, and the large reflective patch reduces the chance that you'll get hit on the road during your walk home.


Massey's Outfitters

#10 YKK® zippers on critical construction features
Carry handle
Comfortable, stitched foam back panel
Dimensions: 19" x 13" x 7" (48 cm x 33 cm x 18 cm)
Fabric: Sabre 6
Front accessory pocket with organizer and key clip
Large main compartment fits books and binders
Large reflective patch for nighttime visibility
Volume: 1850 in3 (30 liters)


Appalachain Outdoors

This daypack from The North Face is comfortable and will keep you organized on your all-day adventures.


Moosejaw

No description provided.

Access:top
Access Types:Top zip
Capacity:1850 in³ (30 liters)
Country of Origin:China
Dimensions:19" x 13" x 7"
External Pockets:1 Front zip
Fabric:Sabre 6
Laptop Pocket Dimensions:N / A
Manufacturer Warranty:Lifetime
Material:600D polyester
Number of pockets:main compartment + 1 pocket
Recommended Use:School, work, play
Size:Large
Skateboard Carry:No
Suspension:Padded shoulder straps and back panel
Volume:1850cu in (30L)
Waist-belt:Yes
Weight:1 lb 7 oz (660 g)

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Option Availability:

Use this chart to find which retailer offers this product in the size, color or other options that you desire. Click on the price to purchase.

ColorSize
Black-001Green-Camo-8D2Saratoga-Green-M30Camodil-Grey-Z34Cardinal-Molten-Red-87EN/A
Brown Plaid
Brown Plaid
     44.9545.0045.00
Coffee Brown
Coffee Brown
     44.9544.953 More...
Green Camo
Green Camo
     44.9545.00
Fall Green
Fall Green
     35.9536.9744.99
Saratoga Green
Saratoga Green
     44.9544.954 More...
Deepwater / Blue
Deepwater / Blue
     44.9545.00
Empire Blue
Empire Blue
     44.9545.00
Deep Water / Basin
Deep Water / Basin
     44.95
Deep Water Blue
Deep Water Blue
     44.99
Deep Water Blue / Basin Blue
Deep Water Blue / Basin Blue
     44.9544.95
Deepwater Blue / Basin Blue
Deepwater Blue / Basin Blue
     45.0045.0045.00
Black
Black
     38.9538.998 More...
Camodil Grey
Camodil Grey
     44.9544.952 More...
Cardinal / Molten
Cardinal / Molten
     44.95
Cardinal Red / Molten Red
Cardinal Red / Molten Red
     44.9544.993 More...
Cardinal Red/ Molten Red
Cardinal Red/ Molten Red
     44.95
Pinot Red
Pinot Red
     33.2033.2045.00
Red / Molten Red
Red / Molten Red
     45.00
Sparrow Pink
Sparrow Pink
     44.95
Terrazzo Pink
Terrazzo Pink
     44.9544.952 More...
N/A44.9035.9244.9044.9044.90 

Legend

  •     - Massey's Outfitters
  •     - Appalachain Outdoors
  •     - Rocky Mountain Trail
  •     - Eastbay
  •     - Backcountry.com
  •     - FogDog Sports
  •     - Mountain Gear
  •     - Paragon Sports
  •     - Altrec Outlet
  •     - USOutdoor.com
  •     - Altrec
  •     - Moosejaw

Notes:

Al's Sports offers this product at $44.99, but does not provide any color/size information.

The North Face Vault Reviews Summary:

RatingNumber
of Reviews
*****70
****22
***4
**1
*0
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Positive Reviews:

I keep coming back for more!

Rating:*****

Well this is the 3rd North Face backpack I've owned in 3 years. Not because of any fault of theirs-- they keep getting stolen! That said, I keeping buying new ones because I like them so much. This is the first Vault pack I bought and so far, so good. It's perfect for just throwing a few things in and riding around on my bike. Once it gets warmer I'm going to test it out hiking but I'm pretty sure it'll be fine since it works well with all my day-to-day city stuff in it. It's a basic pack, no fancy bells and whistles, but it will get the job done well.

jillian_ja1062035 at Backcountry.com on 03/19/2009

"Good For Petite Girls Who Dont Want A Lot on Their Backs!!!"

Rating:*****
I bought this item in black, however, I discovered that moosejaw had a green camo version. I love this item! I am a petite 5'3" girl, and this backpack does the job for everything. I am an avid camper and love snowboarding. I take this pack everywhere from school to camping to vacation. It's durable and light-weight. The pocket in the front is great for the small miscellaneous things I have to carry, while the large compartment can fit anything. So if you are a petite girl, this is the one for you!
Sarah at Moosejaw on 09/01/2008

Lots of room

Rating:*****
The Vault back pack is great, lots of room, for a lunch pail and sweaters and the other coverings when we ride our bikes in the winter and are over 55 years young. The straps are comfortable, the color is noticeable . I did alot of research on different packs We don't have good bike lanes and are forced to deal with what they give us. This is style and the Video is great. good thinking. Great backpack, Great price. At that price, I might buy one in each color!!
Wendy at Altrec on 01/05/2006

Indian Clay Red

Rating:****

the indian clay red, is 90 % red, and the other color is like bordeaux (in the picture is like black)
The backpack is nice, has a lot of room, my 15.4 inches laptop with it's own sleeve fits just right, and also can carry some books.
Not the perfect one for hiking, it does not have chest belt or waist belt, but great for school .

It's very comfortable, great quality materials and for 27 bucks i think it's a perfect deal.
Thanks

nicolasjov2348492 at Backcountry.com on 03/11/2009

"perfect size for high school bagpack"

Rating:*****
I've always wanted to get north face bagpag so bad and i finally got it! anyways, when i got home i put 2 binders from last year to see if they both fits and it did perfectly and also there was more space left i could put. I noticed that there was a lot good bapags for northfaces brand. but i think this is a just a solid price bagpag for students like me. oh and when the string for bagpack is really strong.
miss_sunshineee at FogDog Sports on 08/15/2009

Vault Backpack

Rating:*****

Growing up in PA, I have know the North Face name along with many other outdoor brands, all my life. Owning a few other products that are North Face, I've learned to appreciate the name and respect its durability through the years. Being an outdoorsman all my life, I've purchased many of brands and by far, North Face is ranked right at the top for me and many of my friends and family.
Oh yeah, It looks cool too.

Thank you,
Shawn

chappy39523 at Backcountry.com on 09/06/2007

More bang for your buck!

Rating:*****
Since the Vault is one of the cheaper north face back packs, I thought for sure it wouldn't be all that great. I was wrong! When I first got it, it didn't look that big, but when started putting my heavy college textbooks in there I realized that it held more than I thought. I am able to carry around a full course load of books and it doesn't hurt my back at all!
Anonymous at Altrec on 02/26/2005

Great Pack

Rating:****

This is a great pack. I am very active so it is good for holding my cleats, mit, climbing gear etc. The only thing I wish it had were side pockets for my water bottle. This is a fairly large pack so if you are looking for something smaller go with a different pack. Also I have a small frame so the straps are little large for me but I deal.

Heather at Backcountry.com on 07/16/2009

A good & sturdy bag for the price. Student liked it alot!

Rating:****
My stepson wanted a North Face backpack for school. They are all that for the kids these days. The vault is a decent size and the price here is really good. I think he may have done a little better with a slightly larger model but this is a good sturdy bag, the price was very competitive with other sites, and overall, I am pleased with the purchase.
Indulges the Kids at Altrec on 10/09/2009

Nice pack

Rating:*****

It's a nice pack. I like how it is just one large compartment. The bag is pretty spacious. The front pocket has a built in organizer, but it is not a very good organizer, I wish it was just a little pocket. No daisy chain on the front is a little annoying. But I'm giving it 5 stars because I knew these things when I bought it.

Alex D at Backcountry.com on 08/19/2008

Negative Reviews:

"Guess it's nice but your paying for the name"

Rating:**
Just got it with rewards points (God bless Moosejaw) anyhow's this is just a pack period. It's big a 1850 cubic inch. Yeh thats bigger than your Subaru Forester engine. But its basic made prob in China like all the rest. On the + side I like basic packs, those multi pocket monsters are a puzzle. People put this down because of lack of hiding spaces. Two compartments,, one big, one small, the small has what students call a "organizer". yeah maybe the right size if you carry a desktop instead of a laptop. If your going for a long day or overnighter or want to stand out at school or take to many classes and have money to burn. This is your baby
David at Moosejaw on 05/19/2009

Neutral Reviews:

"Typical School Backpack"

Rating:***
I've had this pack for a couple of years to carry to work etc.. It works great for that. But I used it last week as a daypack for hiking etc. and it was not very functional for that. No H2o bladder holder, no waist strap, not really ergonomically friendly, and the straps made my shoulders hurt. I had maybe 10 pounds of stuff in it, (water, food, cookset, camera etc.).
Andy at Moosejaw on 10/27/2009

its just alright

Rating:***
the straps on this backpack are extremely wide and when i carry it, its tough on my shoulders and underarms. also the smaller container part of the backpack where i generally keeps my keys, wallet, phone, etc.. sits extremely high on the backpack so i cant just sling it around to get something out. its a little more difficult. but its not a bad backpack.
jenna at Altrec on 09/17/2006

not recommended

Rating:***

i got my bagpack this summer and i absolutly love the room it has it really has a lot of room but i don't like it that the shoulder straps are starting to rip and ive had it for 6 months now!

rebecca at Backcountry.com on 03/05/2009

NIce but too small

Rating:***
The backpack is nice however too small for all the books my highschooler has to carry.
Nancy Murphy at Altrec on 09/22/2006