9 Reasons to buy
2 Reasons NOT to buy
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Specs
Crowdsourced specs across all The North Face Banchee models and sizes:
 | Capacity | 67 l (4089 cuin) |
 | Weight | 1.3-2.5 oz (0.6-1.1 kg) |
 | Length | 7-40 in (18-102 cm) |
| Width | 9-34 in (23-86 cm) | |
| Height | 9-22 in (23-56 cm) |
Reviews Summary
99% of the The North Face Banchee reviews are good or excellent!
Excellent (90%)
Good (9%)
Average (0%)
Poor (0%)
Bad (0%)
Good (9%)
Average (0%)
Poor (0%)
Bad (0%)
Here's what the reviewers think about the The North Face Banchee:
Reviewers like these things about the The North Face Banchee
- Many reviewers recommend The North Face Bancheebackpack to be used in various activities including hiking, and backpacking.
- Several of those who have tried the bag found it comfortable and secure to wear.
- According to some users, it includes a lot of pockets which makes storing and organizing things more efficient especially for long day excursions.
- Other users commented on the improved durabilitiy of the backpack.
- Testers found its aluminum frame useful in providing freedom in moving and controling the load of the backpack.
- Other testers found the 210D ripstop nylon fabric of the pack an additional factor to its durability.
- Reviewers laud its ability to adjust to the user's body structure perfectly.
- Other reviewers thought that the support to the lumbar region was superb.
- Users found it easy to access the things found inside the pockets.
Reviewers don't like these things
- A reviewer thought that the backpack is not waterproof.
- Another user thought that its side pockets may pose certain problems.
Popular Models
The North Face Banchee 65
67% choose the The North Face Banchee 65
Specs
| Capacity | 67 l (4089 cuin) |
| Weight | 2.5 oz (1.1 kg) |
The North Face Banchee 50
20% choose the The North Face Banchee 50
Specs
| Weight | 1.3 oz (0.6 kg) |
| Length | 7 in (18 cm) |
| Width | 13 in (33 cm) | |
| Height | 22 in (56 cm) |
The North Face Banchee 35
13% choose the The North Face Banchee 35
Specs
| Weight | 1.7 oz (0.8 kg) |
| Length | 40 in (102 cm) |
| Width | 34 in (86 cm) | |
| Height | 18.5 in (47 cm) |
Feature Summary
Many sources mention these The North Face Banchee features:
- Hydration compatible
- Compression straps
- Sternum strap
- Hip belt
- Side pockets
- Stretch mesh
- Carry-on size
Some sources also mention these features:
- Raincover included
- Harness system
- Load-lifter straps
Actual features depends on the model, so check the features before you buy.
Packing Guide
See how much a traveller, an athlete and an outdoorsy person can pack in the different The North Face Banchee models (the most popular choice is the Banchee 65).
Capacity/Weight Levels
The capacity/weight level shows how much the bag weights compared with it's capacity (volume).
The lower the capacity/weight level, the better.
| Model | Capacity | Weight | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 | 67 l | 2.5 oz | 0.04 oz/L |
Rankings
vs The North Face Bags
The The North Face Banchee ranks #1 compared with the other The North Face bags.Top 5% The North Face bag
| 1 | The North Face Iron Peak 4.48 |  |
| 2 | The North Face Berkeley 4.44 |  |
| 3 | The North Face Recon 4.41 |  |
| 4 | The North Face Double Time 4.40 |  |
| 5 | The North Face Surge 4.40 |  |
vs All Bags
The The North Face Banchee ranks #38 compared with all the bags we have checked.Top 5% bag
| 36 | Osprey Talon 4.59 |  |
| 37 | The North Face Banchee 4.59 |  |
| 38 | Osprey Aura 4.59 |  |
| 39 | Osprey Dyna 4.59 |  |
| 40 | Camelbak Lobo 4.59 |  |
Selected Reviews
The Big Outside
All in all, this is a terrific all-around pack that’s like getting two backpacks for the price of one.Posted 17 March 2014 - Read full review
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Last updated on January 20, 2019
