I bought a North Face backpack from the outlet on Palo Alto in 1988. I still have it today.
The internal coating is failing in spots. But the worst damage was to the foam padding in the back. Gone. Turned to dust.
Unfortunately, because I bought the bag from the outlet, it’s not eligible for warranty repair.
I bought a motorcycle last year to take on trips. Not sure what luggage system I want to use, so I turned to the ol North Face and I took a razor to the backing, removed the padding materials, shoulder straps and hip belt.
Now it’s improvised moto luggage for clothes, tent, sleeping pad, tent pole.
The internal coating is failing in spots. But the worst damage was to the foam padding in the back. Gone. Turned to dust.
Unfortunately, because I bought the bag from the outlet, it’s not eligible for warranty repair.
I bought a motorcycle last year to take on trips. Not sure what luggage system I want to use, so I turned to the ol North Face and I took a razor to the backing, removed the padding materials, shoulder straps and hip belt.
Now it’s improvised moto luggage for clothes, tent, sleeping pad, tent pole.
Let’s see how google images hosts for HN:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/AMvqmTHYxTqnPJrR8