Cobra 65L Backpack
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Why We Like The Cobra 65L Backpack
For mountaineering and ice climbing adventures in the dead of winter, The North Face Cobra 65L will get us there and keep our gear organized for our fun-filled excursions. We like that this pack features semi-translucent fabric to help us see our gear more easily when everything is packed up, and that it's made from highly durable Teksever material, which reduces weight while reducing water and snow absorption. Designated ice-tool and axe spots help us carry our tools more easily while keeping picks covered, and an external stuff-it pocket holds crampons so we don't scratch up our pack or the rest of our gear. A rope carry at the top of the pack doubles as a compression feature, and a floating top lid with a zippered pocket is optimized for those smaller items we need to access easily.
Details
- Durable pack that lets us organize our gear efficiently
- Foam back panel with durable and light Teksever fabric
- Hipbelt pocket holds our phone, snacks, or other small items
- 360-degree reflectivity for enhanced visibility in low-light conditions
- Semi-translucent fabric lets us see our gear from the outside
- Tool loop on hipbelt and ice-tool and axe carry options
- Rope carry doubles as compression at the top of the pack
- Item #TNFZBL0
This item is made with PFAS chemicals and cannot be shipped to some states. View Shipping Policy
- Responsible Collection
- Recycled/Repurposed
- Material
- 210D recycled nylon, non-PFC DWR finish
- Volume
- 65L (3967cu in)
- Support/Suspension
- sternum strap, padded back panel
- Shoulder Straps
- padded, adjustable
- Waist Belt
- padded, adjustable
- Hydration Compatible
- bladder sleeve
- Reservoir Included
- none
- Access
- top
- Pockets
- 2 wand, 1 zippered hipbelt, 1 stuff-it, 1 zippered lid
- Ice Axe Carry
- yes
- Compression
- top straps
- Dimensions
- 13 x 9.5 x 23.2in
- Claimed Weight
- 3lb 10oz
- Activity
- backpacking
- Manufacturer Warranty
- lifetime
Reviews
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Overall Rating
4.5 based on 14 ratings
Review Summary
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageApril 14, 2025
Cool Pack; Ended Up Returning
I LOVE this pack. I wanted this to be the one that would work for my 3 upcoming climbs this year (Baker, Briethorn, Cotopaxi), but compared to the Black Diamond Cobra 75, I sadly returned this. BUT it was a really hard decision. I'm 5'2, 125lbs and was looking for the mountaineering pack that was most comfortable around my narrow shoulders. This one is slightly to wide in the shoulder straps and it felt like much of the weight was not landing my hips because there is no adjustable length. I loved all the straps, features, closures, included helmet hammock, etc. but just couldn't do it in comparison. Also the white looks awesome, but like -- how would that hold up over time??? Unsure. If you're curious, get the pack and try it!
Originally reviewed on thenorthface.com
June 10, 2024
I wanna buy another cobra , for 1 day climb
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I usually doing alpine mountaineering, did a climb Mt Hood with this backpack , for 1 day probably you need another cobra 38 litre, but if you're staying in the mountains for overnight and you need to grab your tent , this one is the best .
Originally reviewed on thenorthface.com
March 4, 2024
Terrible bag for overnighter
I can barely attach overnight equipment on the side, no avalanche pocket even while marketed for ski mountaineering. No bottom strap. Very unimpressed
Originally reviewed on thenorthface.com
December 22, 2023
Ultimately chose another pack but it was a hard choice.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I needed a pack for winter backpacking that would include skiing and ice climbing. This pack fit quite well. For reference I am 5'2", 110lbs with a 14.5 " torso. I really like the floating lid, ice axe carry system, and water resistance of the material. The big winner was the fact I could take out the frame sheet after a heavy load and turn it into a day pack that felt quite comfy and tilt my head all the way back. The harness fit well except the shoulder pads were a bit wide on me so it restricted my overhead arm movement. I am a small person so this is common. Overall nice pack but I ultimately chose a Hyperlite pack. The return was easy and I had great customer service with North Face and will definitely buy from them again.
Originally reviewed on thenorthface.com
December 3, 2023
Excellent product for serious users.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] If you are a serious, backcountry, Skier or ice Climber, this is the pack you want. You can keep your shovel and wet skins in the back pocket, out of the main compartment with your spare clothing and food and water and beers. Same for your crampons. You can put them in the pocket and know they are not going to fall off your pack.
Originally reviewed on thenorthface.com
November 28, 2023
Pretty solid pack
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It's a little difficult to get it to fit right with my torso size, but its just big enough to hold overnight gear and all my climbing gear. I use the ski straps to cinch my rope to the sides and never worry about it coming loose or flopping. Really love the ice tool attachments! Front pocket holds my crampons perfectly
Originally reviewed on thenorthface.com
August 25, 2023
Awesome Pack
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This pack for the most part is pretty simple and light. It is white so it does like to stain but its a backpack.
Originally reviewed on thenorthface.com
August 19, 2023
The Best Backpack Ever
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The best backpack I have ever used. I was planning to go to the Mountains with it and I am so glad to have it.
Originally reviewed on thenorthface.com
June 3, 2023
I would buy this product again and recommend it to people.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Probably the best bag that I have purchased for the mountains! Love every feature about it and well invested for future mountain trips around the states.
Originally reviewed on thenorthface.com
August 6, 2022
My gf pick it up for me from all kinds of brands
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Beautiful Light weight Easy to clean Large space
Originally reviewed on thenorthface.com
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