The North Face Borealis Backpack
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The North Face Borealis Backpack
The classic Borealis Backpack is a best-seller for good reason. With its iconic bungee cord system and large interior compartment, you can keep your items secure, inside and out. This go-anywhere pack also features a stand-up design, sternum strap, removable waist belt and protective laptop compartment.
Features:
The FlexVent™ suspension system, certified by the American Chiropractic Association, has articulated shoulder straps, a rounded back panel, comfortable stitch lines and soft-touch chemise fabric |
Side bungee cords allow for compression |
Stand-up design |
Large main compartment for books and binders |
External, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys |
Two durable, external water bottle pockets can easily double as multi-use pockets with quick-draw smartphone access on one side |
Comfortable, padded top grab handle |
Removable waist belt |
External bungee-compression system with clips offers several options for organization |
Bottom compression |
Protective dedicated laptop compartment |
Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve |
360-degree reflectivity |
U-pull YKK® zippers are easy to grab |
Sternum strap with a whistle buckle |
Women-specific version available |
Style:
NF0A52SESolid:
210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finishHeather:
300D heathered recycled polyester with non-PFC DWR finishPrint:
600D recycled polyester with non-PFC DWR finishAvg Weight:
2 lbs 5 oz (1050 g)Dimensions:
12'' x 6.5'' x 19.5'' (30.5 cm x 16.5 cm x 49.5 cm)Volume:
1709 in³ (28 liters)Laptop Sleeve:
13.75'' x 11.25'' (34.9 cm x 28.6 cm)Heather:
300D heathered recycled polyester with non-PFC DWR finishPrint:
600D recycled polyester with non-PFC DWR finish
How To Measure Your Shoe Size
US Sizes | Euro Sizes | UK Sizes | Inches | CM |
---|---|---|---|---|
4 | 35 | 2 | 8.1875" | 20.8 |
4.5 | 35 | 2.5 | 8.375" | 21.3 |
5 | 35-36 | 3 | 8.5" | 21.6 |
5.5 | 36 | 3.5 | 8.75" | 22.2 |
6 | 36-37 | 4 | 8.875" | 22.5 |
6.5 | 37 | 4.5 | 9.0625" | 23 |
7 | 37-38 | 5 | 9.25" | 23.5 |
7.5 | 38 | 5.5 | 9.375" | 23.8 |
8 | 38-39 | 6 | 9.5" | 24.1 |
8.5 | 39 | 6.5 | 9.6875" | 24.6 |
9 | 39-40 | 7 | 9.875" | 25.1 |
9.5 | 40 | 7.5 | 10" | 25.4 |
10 | 40-41 | 8 | 10.1875" | 25.9 |
10.5 | 41 | 8.5 | 10.3125" | 26.2 |
11 | 41-42 | 9 | 10.5" | 26.7 |
11.5 | 42 | 9.5 | 10.6875" | 27.1 |
12 | 42-43 | 10 | 10.875" | 27.6 |
Men's Shoe Size Conversions
US Sizes | Euro Sizes | UK Sizes | Inches | CM |
---|---|---|---|---|
6 | 39 | 5.5 | 9.25" | 23.5 |
6.5 | 39 | 6 | 9.5" | 24.1 |
7 | 40 | 6.5 | 9.625" | 24.4 |
7.5 | 40-41 | 7 | 9.75" | 24.8 |
8 | 41 | 7.5 | 9.9375" | 25.4 |
8.5 | 41-42 | 8 | 10.125" | 25.7 |
9 | 42 | 8.5 | 10.25" | 26 |
9.5 | 42-43 | 9 | 10.4375" | 26.7 |
10 | 43 | 9.5 | 10.5625" | 27 |
10.5 | 43-44 | 10 | 10.75" | 27.3 |
11 | 44 | 10.5 | 10.9375" | 27.9 |
11.5 | 44-45 | 11 | 11.125" | 28.3 |
12 | 45 | 11.5 | 11.25" | 28.6 |
13 | 46 | 12.5 | 11.5625" | 29.4 |
14 | 47 | 13.5 | 11.875" | 30.2 |
15 | 48 | 14.5 | 12.1875" | 31 |
16 | 49 | 15.5 | 12.5" | 31.8 |
US Sizes | Euro Sizes | UK Sizes | Inches | CM |
---|---|---|---|---|
3.5 | 35 | 2.5 | 8.625" | 21.9 |
4 | 36 | 3 | 8.75" | 22.2 |
4.5 | 36 | 3.5 | 9" | 22.9 |
5 | 37 | 4 | 9.125" | 23.2 |
5.5 | 37 | 4.5 | 9.25" | 23.5 |
6 | 38 | 5 | 9.5" | 24.1 |
6.5 | 38 | 5.5 | 9.625" | 24.4 |
7 | 39 | 6 | 9.75" | 24.8 |
US Sizes | Euro Sizes | UK Sizes | Inches | CM |
---|---|---|---|---|
10.5 | 27 | 9.5 | 6.625" | 16.8 |
11 | 28 | 10 | 6.75" | 17.1 |
11.5 | 29 | 10.5 | 7" | 17.8 |
12 | 30 | 11 | 7.125" | 18.1 |
12.5 | 30 | 11.5 | 7.25" | 18.4 |
13 | 31 | 12 | 7.5" | 19.1 |
13.5 | 31 | 12.5 | 7.625" | 19.4 |
1 | 32 | 13 | 7.75" | 19.7 |
1.5 | 33 | 14 | 8" | 20.3 |
2 | 33 | 1 | 8.125" | 20.6 |
2.5 | 34 | 1.5 | 8.25" | 21 |
3 | 34 | 2 | 8.5" | 21.6 |
FAQ & Tips
- What if I am between shoe sizes? We recommend you should size up, especially in active & sports shoes. This includes running shoes and hiking boots.
- Does 0.5 size make a difference in shoes? Yes, it certainly does! Wearing shoes that are too small can cause pain and injuries. Blisters, lose of toenails and bunions can all result from wearing shoes that are even 0.5 size too small. These are common ailments of beginner runners.
- Is one foot bigger than the other? It is common for people to have one foot that is slightly bigger than the other. Our tip is that you should buy shoes that fit the larger foot (buy pairs of shoes in the larger size of the two).
- Should shoes be tight or lose? Unfortunately, this is not a simple question. Shoes should not be too tight or too lose. You should be able to put a thumbs width at the end of your toe box, between your big toe and the pointy end of the shoe. You should also be able to snuggly fit your index finger between your heel and the back of the shoe. If you have not much (or not enough!) space in either of these areas, try a different size shoe.
- When should I try on shoes? A great tip for runners is to try on running shoes at the end of a work day. As you run, just like when you are on your feet for work, your feet swell. You will want to try on running shoes when your feet are at their largest. This allows them to still fit comfortably after a long distance run.
- What size shoe should I buy? This shoe chart is not a guarantee your shoes will fit. If you are in the area of Memphis, Tennessee, run on in to one of our running specialty & gear stores and our experienced fit experts will help you out!
Image below: A Brannock device is one tool run specialists use to measure shoe size. It can measure not only foot length, but also foot width.