User Review: The North Face Hot Shot

The North Face Hot Shot
Above: The current Hot Shot, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Rating: rated 4 of 5 stars
Height of Owner: 72"

#1 ('97-'04) - My first Hot Shot had the very basic style. It had the main large section, and one outer section divided into 2 pockets. I've taken that pack on countless hiking/backpacking trips and to several different hiking trips in other countries. This pack is a 5/5 in sentimental value, however the functionality was very limiting, and I had to send it into TNF to have several repairs. I still have this pack but decided to upgrade to a later model hot shot.

#2 ('05-Present) - So far this pack has been great. I use it on a day to day basis. I take it hiking, use it for work, and use it for traveling on business trips. Overall it serves a great purpose, but the functionality doesn't fit a 5/5 in my book.

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Where to Buy

Buy Online We found the Hot Shot at 7 online stores:

StoreProduct DescriptionPrice

Campmor
Hot Shot Day Pack$69.98Buy Now

Backcountry.com
Hot Shot Backpack - 2000cu in$88.95Buy Now

Moosejaw
Hot Shot Daypack$89.00Buy Now

Ramsey Outdoor
Hot Shot$89.00Buy Now

RockCreek
2 purchase options:
Hot Shot Day Pack Spring 09$88.95Buy Now
Hot Shot Day Pack$88.95Buy Now

Buy direct from The North Face
HOT SHOT BACKPACK$89.00Buy Now

US Outdoor Store
Hot Shot Backpack$85.00Buy Now

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