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Midget_Masher t1_iy0lsjo wrote

I’ve got a Yavapai from the same vintage, still kicking, BIFL all day.

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Wintrgreen t1_iy0luoq wrote

I have a north face backpack as well (different model) that I’ve been using almost daily for 10+ years. The bottle holders on the sides have tears in them but other than that it’s still in near perfect condition.

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ROBWBEARD1 t1_iy0m9jy wrote

I got a North Face Jester in 2006 and I eventually gave it to my brother. He still uses it daily.

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Killer-Barbie t1_iy0s954 wrote

Also, north face will replace the zippers (because they're usually what breaks) for less than $20. They will also replace torn panels for cheap from other reclaimed pieces.

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The_Christ_is_Right OP t1_iy0st0s wrote

Replying to Killer-Barbie (#716,965)

Good to know! The only piece on this bag that has failed is the little piece of velcro that holds the main compartment's loose stuff towards the front of the compartment. It doesn't effect functionality much so I've just ignored it. I'm glad to know that they will probably fix it!

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jools4you t1_iy0zaq7 wrote

I have a North Face jacket, the zip sticks all the time, I so regret buying it.

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Laoscaos t1_iy147sl wrote

I have a Swiss army backpack my mom got me in 2002 (grade 4), and it's still looking new as well!

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ClutchWhale07 t1_iy1hs47 wrote

I have a Northface Recon from 2012 going strong. Thought about getting another newer one but it felt cheap when I saw it in person.

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njf96 t1_iy1jw2u wrote

I have a north face backpack that I begged my mom to get me my freshman year of high school. That was nearly 15 years ago, and I still use it almost daily. It’s been to 3 continents, probably 25 states, and gets abused at work now. I can’t give it up.

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lulzerjun8 t1_iy1k10x wrote

My parents got me a Northface Borealis in 2008 when I first went to college. I used it every day for 5 years of undergrad and 3 years of grad school. And my husband uses it now as his commuter work bag. He used it recently as his carryon on a work trip to Europe. It’s still in fantastic condition. Can’t kill it.

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anon_throw-away t1_iy1m0g2 wrote

I picked one out of the work anniversary catalog because it was the only non-pathetic option. Glad to hear it's BIFL!!

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Dry-Organization-426 t1_iy1nije wrote

Reminds me of my jansport I got for college and has lasted me through grad school and beyond

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MissTania1234 t1_iy20l1t wrote

At first I thought this was a post on a buy nothing thread and got excited 😂

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iNouda t1_iy2siy3 wrote

I use TNF Borealis bags for about 10ish years before I swap, not because they're unusable but because I wanna change styles. They last pretty much forever other than some fading. I'm about due for my 3rd set but I haven't found a design I've liked and I'm not really fond of their recent design changes with regards to the compartments and sizes.

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28nov2022 t1_iy392c2 wrote

Do you wash your backpack?

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Girl-Incognit0 t1_iy3k3oq wrote

I love these! Got one when I started college in 2011, and then used it to travel overseas with for 3 years, and now it’s my go to bag still for everyday hauling of stuff I need or going to the gym. Still looks great aside from a side pocket that’s stretched out a bit from a water bottle.

It only recently occurred to me that this is a BIFL item. I just assumed all backpacks should last this long, which is why I’ve been so upset that my kids go through so many backpacks every school year. I just though they were rough on them. I guess I’ll be buying these moving forward for them and seeing how that goes.

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banana4815162342 t1_iy3lw60 wrote

I have this same pack from the same year, and it has been everywhere with me. It's still in good condition, except a new cat moved into my house recently and peed on it. I can't get it out and feel like a part of me died a tragic death.

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OpinionatedNonsense t1_iy4c9va wrote

I've only had mine for a year, but it's literally the only backpack I've ever had that's lasted an entire year. It looks good as new. I have faith it's gonna hang in there for awhile!

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The_Christ_is_Right OP t1_iy4dbdw wrote

Replying to 28nov2022 (#730,011)

Yes!

This picture was taken immediately after drying it from a deep clean. I try to wash it yearly but missed the few years before washing it this year. I just use dawn dish soap and a scrubber to get into every little nook I can. I clean all the teeth on the zippers as well.

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Banana_Canyon t1_iy4t7p0 wrote

I only have North Face backpacks and theyve all lasted years and years of abuse-- still just as good as they were on the first day I got them!

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CeeRiot t1_iy6ye1q wrote

Yes! Still have mine (bought it off a friend in 2009), use it nearly every day and still looks great 👍

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yodippiddy t1_iy85kc5 wrote

Yes! I have my red jester from 2004 still. I travel with it everywhere still.

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edificeraks t1_iy9ezsg wrote

These things cost 20000 bucks in India!!!!

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16596 t1_iybfpmt wrote

I still have my north face backpack from freshman year in high school back in 98!

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FunkiestLocket4 t1_iyd45d8 wrote

Those things can protect against bear attacks ive seen it on the news

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