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Having the narrower profile allows it to squeeze through cracks and other confinements with less trouble

I also considered size and capacity in liters to determine how much a bag could carry and whether or not it will fit on an airplane as a carry-on and/or personal item

Before we begin, its important to note that this comparison is for the 2023/2024 versions of both the North Face Recon and Borealis as of 2025

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This pack is TSA friendly, which means you do not have to pull out your laptop at airport security

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