The North Face Hot Shot

The North Face Hot Shot

Average Rating: rated 4.50 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 5 Trailspace users

Description

The Hot Shot is a daypack made by The North Face. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 5 user reviews.

Here's what other sites are saying:

From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. The North Face Hot Shot Daypack (Spring 2008) The Hot Shot Pack by the North Face Specifications: [Avg Weight] 2 lbs (900 g) [Volume] 1850 in3 (30 liters) [Fabric] 420D nylon, 1680D Ballistics [Dimensions] 20 x 12 x 8 (51 cm x 31 cm x 20 cm)Features: Main compartment with universal padded sleeve and hydration port Molded back panel with breathable mesh and channels for ventilation BackSaver bottom panel Small mesh pocket on shoulder strap Tuckaway hipbelt Daisy chain on pack front Front pocket with organizer Dual mesh, side water-bottle pockets with reinforcement"

From RockCreek:
"The Hot Shot Backpack by The North Face is a versatile day pack that is as comfortable on the trails as it is carrying a ton of books through campus. With a mesh compartment that houses a universal padded sleeve and hydration port, and a molded back panel with breathable mesh and channels for ventilation, the Hot Shot can get you through any hike winter or summer. A BackSaver bottom panel keeps the pack up off your lower back when carrying heavy loads, and a daisy chain on the front of the pack carrries extra water, or keys."

From Backcountry.com:
"The North Face Hot Shot Backpack's 1850cu inches of cargo space easily holds all the books you need for class. When it's loaded, the Hot Shot's angled bottom panel shifts your spiral-bound load close to your back for easy carrying. The tuck-away waist-belt adds more support when you're confronted with unexpected homework, and The North Face added a front zip pocket to keep your pens at the ready for a pop quiz.**Water bottles not included."

From Altrec Outdoors:
"Pop quiz, hot shot: How are you going to haul your school laptop and climbing gym gear in the same trip? If the gym doesn't require a rope, you're good to go with the Hot Shot Daypack from The North Face. This latest incarnation from The North Face is very similar to previous Hot Shot packs, but this one features a universal padded sleeve that accommodates most laptop computers and also doubles as a hydration bladder pouch. This 1,850-cubic-inch backpack has BackSaver Technology to potentially reduce lower back strain between classes and pitches. The North Face developed their BackSaver Technology by angling the bottom of the Hot Shot pack to shift the pack weight closer to your back, making this daypack ideal for moderate backcountry loads with a large hydration bladder or big campus projects involving a stack of reference material. A daisy chain on the front of the pack makes it easy to clip in extra climbing gear while dual mesh side water bottle pockets help keep you hydrated during essay exams. No matter how you use it, you'll ace your final in functionality."

User Reviews

rated 3.5 of 5 stars Unisex Hot Shot
Reviewed by Adl, Jan 24, 2008

"This bag is being used for hiking / birdwatching. The cubic inches are decent and I have been able to load rain gear, cameras and lenses, binoculars, and field guides and such. It is definitely designed with campus in mind and used by your average sized human."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Men's Hot Shot
Reviewed by Rosh, Apr 18, 2006

"The Hot Shot pictured is the third generation, as much as I can figure. Back in '96 I bought one which was made out of North Face's Iron Fiber. It still looks new and I have beaten the crap out of it!

I bought another one when TNF changed the design."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Hot Shot
Reviewed by Blizzboy15, Aug 15, 2005

"I bought this pack about four months ago and I use it for my everyday pack. I carry all my books in it and it has suited me well for several overnight trips!!

The padded straps make the pack comfortable. It fits me very good, and I am about 6'1"."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Hot Shot
Reviewed by an anonymous hiker, Jan 30, 2000

"I have had this pack for about a year and got it for going on dayhikes and for around campus duties and have used it once on a "minimalist" overnighter. It stands up to the name of The North Face and their reputation. I would recommend this pack for anyone who is either an extreme minimalist backpacker or a regular dayhiker."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Hot Shot
Reviewed by an anonymous hiker, Apr 30, 1997

"Very comfortable for light day use. Lacks stiffness and has no frame, but a padded back helps with separating unwieldy contents from the wearer. Quite small. Good use of compression straps. One large compartment and another two small ones in the back of the pack."

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Where to Buy

Buy Online We found the Hot Shot at 4 online stores:

StoreProduct DescriptionPrice

Moosejaw
Hot Shot Daypack (Spring 2008)$79.00Buy Now

Backcountry.com
Hot Shot Backpack - 1850cu in$78.95Buy Now

Altrec Outdoors
2 purchase options:
Hot Shot Daypack (Spring 06)$74.95Buy Now
Hot Shot Daypack$78.95Buy Now

RockCreek
Hot Shot Backpack$78.95Buy Now

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