Another thing to consider here is the shoulder straps. In addition to the padding that makes them extremely comfortable to wear, you’ll also find similar tech here to increase airflow around the shoulders. Stiffness The suspension systems makes carrying heavy weight easier, which is especially useful if you plan on hiking with a lot of gear. Keep in mind that this bag is very deep, so small items in this compartment may get shuffled to the bottom of the bag, which can be a bit inconvenient. The bag’s interior is equally high quality, polyester, and lined with fleece to protect your electronic devices and breakable goods like sunglasses.

The guys out there will be pleased to hear it’s designed to be just as comfortable as the ladies’ Surge and Recon, with the same FlexVent suspension system and padded straps providing ultimate comfort.The Borealis’s interior is also designed for those who like to keep organised. It has different compartments, and some padding to keep your belongings from becoming squashed, damaged or bashed. This laptop day bag is bigger than the women’s alternatives, being 17″ rather than 15″. So it fits much more than just a laptop. As most have come to expect from this major name brand, it’s made of the highest quality materials – in this case, ripstop nylon. The North Face is a brand that specialises in outdoor clothing and gear for adventurous campers and travellers. The North Face Surge is an elegant day bag that doubles as a laptop bag. It has a dedicated space for a laptop up to 15″.

After the laptop sleeve, you’ll want to know as much as possible about the interior organization of the bag.

External Components

All you have to do is grab and go if you’re in a hurry, and you won’t have to worry about a cheap handle digging into the palm of your hand. f. Price Much like the Surge, this also has a dedicated laptop compartment, which makes it ideal for digital nomads. The laptop compartment is well padded and protected, so there’s no risk of any damage to your laptop. You won’t run the risk of damaging a laptop in this padded section. You’ll also love that this compartment is fleece-lined for added protection and to prevent your devices from getting scratched.

The Surge II is outfitted with a large capacity Joey T55 power supply so that you can easily charge your electronics on the go. It can equip you with three and a half full battery charges or can provide a partial charge for several days for devices such as a cell phone, mp3 player, tablet, or other USB devices. Now that we’ve covered the materials, let’s get into the external components. On the front of the bag there are two rows of daisy chains where you can clip on additional accessories with a carabiner. We used these to attach a Topo Designs Square Bag pouch and it was pretty much perfect. Below that, there are compression straps that you can use to condense the bottom of the bag for everyday carry. We didn’t find these to be too necessary since the bag is only 31L with a relatively slim profile in the first place. If you’re commuting via crowded train, however, being able to cinch the bag down a bit could come in handy. It’s also water-resistant, so there’s no need to worry about your belongings being damaged by bad weather or damp ground.It’s an affordable option to expand your camping gear without breaking the bank. When it comes to comfort, the Surge really shines.

Another way to make sure your bag offers enough protection is to get a waterproof bag. This way if you’re venturing somewhere with bad weather, or you’re hiking and get caught in the rain, water isn’t going to dampen your possessions or ruin your electricals. Ventilation: how good is the air flow? FlexVent injection-molded shoulder straps that include a top layer of Atilon foam for added comfort Made of a water resistant 420D nylon material with a 600D polyester print and 1680D ballistics nylon Consider its organization and comfort, and you’ll be pleased to learn that this model won’t break the budget.There are a few more design features that the Surge and Recon share. But even though these features are noteworthy, they don’t really require in-depth explanations, so I will just list them below.