$190.00
“There is nothing like the big open water of North Bay with a little steam rising off it on a clear, calm morning to begin a long Quetico adventure.” -Adam Macht, a canoe country guide at Piragis Northwoods Company in Ely, MN. Our North Bay Daypack is just as at home in of one of Piragis' canoes as it is shuttling to and from campus or work.
5in Gusset - 17L5in Gusset with Padded Sleeve - 17L7in Gusset - 24L7in Gusset with Padded Sleeve - 24L
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Description

We build them in two sizes from trusty waxed canvas at our shop in Duluth. One has a 5in gusset and is a classic daypack size, the 7in is deeper, perfect for boxy or bulky items. All have a sleeve at the back for storing flat stuff, you get the choice to have it padded or not. The zippers go all the way down allowing the pack to open wide. Interior pockets provide organization. Available in Heritage Black as well as Field Tan, the North Bay Daypack lets you choose which environment to blend in with, and which you'd like to carry with you.


Features & Specifications

SPECIFICATIONS:

SIZES: No. 435: 17in H x 12.5in W x 5in D, approx. 17L.
No. 437: 17in H x 12.5in W x 7in D, approx. 24L.

WEIGHT:
No. 435: 2.6lbs.
No. 437: 3lbs.

CLOSURE: Full zip closure.

POCKETS: Exterior slip with zip, exterior gusseted with zip, interior sleeve (optional padding), three slip pockets on sleeve, internal hanging zip pocket.

SHOULDER STRAP: 2in webbed cotton.

HANDLES: 1in webbed cotton.

MATERIALS: 18oz. waxed cotton canvas, premium leather, solid brass, cotton web, nylon zipper.

Sustainability

When you invest in a Frost River made-in-the USA item, you’re not just getting gear that’s handcrafted and locally-made, you’re getting a piece made with intent. 
  • Lifetime Guarantee and robust repair program to keep your Frost River gear going for years to come.
  • Premium Materials sourced from businesses that have sustainability in mind.
  • Solar-Powered Manufacturing facility allowing us to craft Frost River goods with clean, renewable energy.
  • Investments in Technology that ensure the highest yield of our materials is consumed.

  • Made in USA

  • 30 - Day return

  • Secured payment

  • Quality Assurance

both sizes of north bay daypack sitting next to eachother on a step of a patio
man in a blue flannel wearing the north bay daypack looking out at a lake

We've got your back

  • Made In USA

    Duluth, Minnesota

  • Lifetime Guarantee

    Build to Last

  • Handcrafted

    Heritage Goods

  • Premium Materials

    Raw Reliability

Our North Bay Daypacks are made in the USA by the skilled tradespeople of Frost River. We use only premium materials including waxed canvas, premium leather and solid brass hardware allowing us to offer a lifetime guarantee.

SPECIFICATIONS:

SIZES: No. 435: 17in H x 12.5in W x 5in D, approx. 17L.
No. 437: 17in H x 12.5in W x 7in D, approx. 24L.

WEIGHT:
No. 435: 2.6lbs.
No. 437: 3lbs.

CLOSURE: Full zip closure.

POCKETS: Exterior slip with zip, exterior gusseted with zip, interior sleeve (optional padding), three slip pockets on sleeve, internal hanging zip pocket.

SHOULDER STRAP: 2in webbed cotton.

HANDLES: 1in webbed cotton.

MATERIALS: 18oz. waxed cotton canvas, premium leather, solid brass, cotton web, nylon zipper.
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CUSTOMER Reviews

Customer Reviews

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Jeremy Zaidan
Awesome

Good quality heavy duty love it

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Jeff Sackett
Every Day Use

My wife knows how much I love Frost River gear....so a few years ago at Christmas this bag was under the tree with my name on it. I use it every day for my computer and books when I go to work. We also purchased one for our son--he is a nurse and uses this bag on the way to work each day as well. it is the perfect size, wears like iron and looks super classy. It's my go-to every day. Nothing better.

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Todd Arndt
1st time customer

1st time customer, I looked at a couple of competitors packs that were made from the same or similar material, I ended up with the the Frost River North Bay,I received it in less than a week and the wow factor was off the chart! With just a little common sense care I don't think you could wear it out in a lifetime. Great Quality Pack! Wonderful Customer Service! We'll worth the money! Todd

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Edward Biggs

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Randy Davis
Just what I needed

Very usable and well constructed.

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