THE NORTH FACE Surge Commuter Laptop Backpack | Daypack With Water Repellent Finish, 16" Laptop Sleeve, Reflective Details
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Availability:
15 left in stock
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Tuesday, Feb 24
Size: One Size
Color: Tnf Black/Tnf Black
Features
- GO-TO CLASSIC. With a 31-liter volume, the Surge has more than enough room to accommodate your office essentials. It also has three large, easy-to-access zippered pockets on the front and a coveted endorsement from the American Chiropractic Association.
- FLEX VENT TECHNOLOGY. The FlexVent suspension system, certified by the American Chiropractic Association, features a flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded and shoulder straps, a padded mesh back and a lumbar panel for ventilated support.
- TOTAL ORGANIZATION. This pack features a large main compartment for books and binders, a protective padded laptop sleeve, and a stand-up design to keep items securely inside. Also includes an external secure-zip pocket and two stretch mesh side pockets.
- COMFORTABLE CARRY. For everyday, commuting or travel, this backpack has a top handle for easy grabbing and a removable waist belt for a custom fit. A sternum strap with a whistle buckle adds extra support and safety. Reflective details help you stand out.
- TECH SPECS. Dimensions: 12" x 7" x 20" (30.5 cm x 17.8 cm x 50.8 cm); Laptop Sleeve: 15" x 11.5"; Avg Weight: 2 lbs 12 oz; Volume: 31 Liters. This item is not intended for use by children 12 and under.
Description
An icon reimagined, the Recon excels as a daypack with its large mesh storage pocket and daisy-chain attachment points.
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
Product Dimensions : 10.5 x 13.5 x 20 inches; 8 ounces
Item model number : NF0A52SG
Department : unisex-adult
Date First Available : August 15, 2014
Manufacturer : The North Face
Product Warranty: For warranty information about this product, please click here
Best Sellers Rank: #165 in Laptop Backpacks
Customer Reviews: 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,561)
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Size: One Size
Color: Tnf Navy/Tnf Black-npf
Very sturdy and plenty of pockets and compartments. Very comfortable and great for hiking or as a carry on when travelling.
Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2025 by Jefe
Size: 31L
Color: Tnf Black
After a very lengthy search for a backpack that would meet my needs for carrying a laptop and various other everyday needs, that was capable of having greater organization capabilities than just a couple of pockets, the TNF Surge came out on top. After using this pack now for over a week, I am very impressed in its comfort and fit.The pack felt a lot flatter when I first recieved it, but is definitely breaking in and becoming more comfortable to wear, not that it was not comfortable at first. It has more than adequate organization sleeves, all sleeves that are designed for electronics are fleece lined and given extra padding, this includes sleeves for a laptop, cell phone (iphone 6s plus sized), tablet (ipad full size with otter box case), and a smaller pocket that would fit a flip type recharger. The sleeves in the admin pouch area are pretty tight once everything is in place, though if you don't have the otter box tablet case alot more room is afforded in the pockets. I recently used this on a hunting trip, into northern Minnesota, to carry my street clothing and toiletries and had no issues with being able to fit everything I would need for 4 days out. There was plenty of room for more gear had I needed to bring more. The packs cinch straps are angled, which makes compressing your load ideal as it draws the front of the bag up and back. Access into the admin pouch and the two front pockets is not an issue when fully loaded and cinched up, and the front load carrying handle really is a smart improvement on this pack, it makes moving it around extremely natural feeling. As for the two front zippered pockets, one is fleece lined and could be used to house other screened electronics, but I find it ideal for storing a hand gun, the pocket itself sits behind the non lined pocket so the only profile that could be exposed are the contents of that pouch, though when fully loaded the pack doesn't reveal itself as having contents. The side pockets for carrying water bottles are deep and not see through, a quart Nalgene bottle fits perfectly without fear of falling or sliding out, I have been carrying that and an 18 oz hydro flask while riding a motorcycle on the daily commute and have not had either slide up. In all, The North Face comes through again with a solid product that was well thought out. If you have been deliberating between this and some other pack, I would definitely say go with this one, you won't be disappointed.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2016 by Scott Franzitta
Size: One Size
Color: Space/Anthracite Grey
Love this product! As a traveling nurse, I need about 100 different things with me at any given time. I purchased my first one when deployed to NYC for Covid in March 2020, have taken it back-and-forth to work every day since and honestly, there wasn't anything wrong with it and not due to gentle use. I overstuffed it to the point of being difficult to close and the super strong zippers never failed. It went from my car, often to the floor where I was charting, on my back when riding my motorcycle and I washed it about once a month. The fabric still looks new - no tears, no stains, no fading, no complaints. The variety of compartments and zippers is invaluable for organization. So why did I buy a new one? I took a five week motorcycle trip from one end of Italy to the other, I always loved the teal color that was not in stock when I got my first one and I decided to treat myself. As expected, it was a true workhorse and an excellent traveling companion. My original Northface backpack is enjoying retirement as a sports bag. ;) Customer for life.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2025 by Doug H. Doug H.
Size: One Size
Color: Tnf Black/Tnf Black-npf
He loves it. Great size, plenty of room and separate compartments for everything he needs to carry with him. The laptop compartment has xtra padding and protection. It’s a good looking backpack and I’m hoping this lasts him for a long while. (I will update if it’s needed.)
Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2025 by Cathy Ledford
Size: One Size
Color: Tnf Black/Tnf Black-npf
It is a great bag and has the most comfortable harness and strap system for shoulders, neck, and back out of 7 different top rated backpacks i tried. The bag is well made and has a good amount of organization small and large pockets as well as solid protection for a laptop. Few things to consider....North Face, here are a few changes I'd like to see... 1. YOU HAVE TO ADD A LUGGAGE PASS THROUGH 2. Wish the front pockets were a darker grey inside, they are too light and I could see them maybe looking dirty over time. 3. My old Surge which I loved for 8 yrs around the world had a place to stash the waist straps so they are out of sight and out of the way if not using. Why does this new model not have that??? 4. Would be cool if you had one or 2 little secret zip stash pockets somewhere 5. Hard to explain, but front looks a little sloppy compared to some other bags I've seen so if you can somehow tweak that and also make the logo way smaller, more incognito would be good. Overall, it really is a solid, lightweight bag and more comfortable to carry than anything else I tried. With those changes this thing would be PERFECT as my every day carry and bag i bring on plane while traveling, hiking, exploring, etc. For reference, I'm a 20+ yr world traveler and every NF product I've purchased has been extremely reliable over the years.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2024 by A Thoughtful Customer
Size: One Size
Color: Tnf Black/Tnf Black-npf
This is the perfect backpack for high school/college students. It feels comfortable to walk with all day and efficiently distributes the weight. It feels light, which makes it more comfortable. It feels a little bulky and rugged compared to other backpacks. It has very good storage capacity, more than enough for any student. The rain protection is also pretty decent. My only gripes with the backpack are that the sternum straps are hard too take off and that it doesn’t stand up when put down vertically. It is very functional.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2025 by Ian Lin
Size: One Size
Color: Tnf Black/Tnf Black-npf
very high quality
Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2025 by Kylee
Size: One Size
Color: Tnf Black/Tnf Black-npf
I bought this backpack for my daughter and she says it has the exact amount of storage space she needs and more! It’s so easy to use! And dare I say it’s so in style these days. The quality is absolutely amazing and I love it. The use is so good. I’m too obsessed with the style.
Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2025 by Sandra Perez