The North Face Junction 4

rated 5.0 of 5 stars average rating
Reviewed by 1 Trailspace user

I bought this pack to make water available on longer…

Rating: rated 5 of 5 stars
Price Paid: $50

I bought this pack to make water available on longer runs.  I had been using a CamelBak HydroPak, which is also a great pack, but had wanted a little more stability — less pack movement when I'm running.  This pack fits the bill perfectly. It has a chest/sternum strap that doubles as an anchor for the hydration tube and a waist belt that's secure without being bothersome.  

I like that all the expansion straps are anchored with either clips (on the shoulder straps) or collars (on the waist belt).  If I could, I'd add a little more reflective flair on the pack, but there is some as is.  The North Face (and many other pack makers, for that matter) seem to think we're all going to be taking ice axes with us wherever we go, and there's a gear strap for that.  Whatever.

The interior of the pack has room for my phone and a few other items.  If you're going to be jamming a jacket in there, it'll need to be pretty lightweight.  

The hydration system is something I haven't seen before, and I like it - rather than a screw-on cap, it has a fold-over top opening that is secured with a slider.  Sort of like I've seen in several waterproof gear bags.  The hydration tube secures to the sternum strap with a magnet, just like on my North Face Chameleon pack (a bigger hydration pack I use for cycling).  

I would definitely recommend this pack.  I also considered the CamelBak Octane LR, but chose this pack on the basis of price.  

Please sign in to comment
Do you know someone who might be interested in this?
Share a link to this page via email, Facebook, Google+, or Twitter.
If you've owned or used The North Face Junction 4, please share your experience.

Where to Buy

Buy Online

The North Face Junction 4 is not available from the stores we monitor.

You may want to check pricing and availability directly at these The North Face retailers:


OMCgear

Backcountry.com

SunnySports

Altrec Outdoors

You may be able to find it new or used at one of these sites:


Trailspace Classifieds

GearTrade

US | Canada | UK | Aus

Amazon

Retailers: Do you sell this product? List your site here.

MSRP:
$69.00

The North Face Junction 4 is not available from the stores we monitor.

Last seen January 15, 2013 at Mountain Gear.

where to buy:

You may want to check pricing and availability directly at these The North Face retailers:

- OMCgear

- Backcountry.com

- SunnySports

- Altrec Outdoors

- other options »

Browse similar products »

Specs

Weight 12 oz / 350 g
Capacity 250 cu in / 4 L
Fabric 630D Ballistics Nylon, 420D Nylon

Recently on Trailspace

Review: Osprey Talon 44

Relatively lightweight internal frame pack that is much heavier than other frameless ultralight options, but does not provide the stability/suspension of heavier… Read More »

Review: Mountain Hardwear Men's Chiller Long Sleeve Shirt

The Chiller Long Sleeve shirt is designed to help you stay cool when it is hot out while providing SPF 40 protection from UV rays. At just 9 oz. /255 g. its special… Read More »

Review: The North Face Women's Cat's Meow

Best synthetic bag for the price. I got this bag for my first 'real' backpacking bag and used it over 1400 miles on the PCT (border to Sierra City). Overall I think… Read More »

Review: Black Diamond Speed 30

Great pack for everything from day hiking to alpine climbing. I've had this pack for 3 years. I have climbed multipitch in summer and winter, used it on scrambles… Read More »

Add your voice to the world's most comprehensive and useful collection of independent outdoor gear reviews. Review Your Gear