The North Face
Glen Canyon Belt Bag
The North Face Glen Canyon Belt Bag is a compact, crescent-shaped waist pack made from tear-proof, wax-coated nylon with a ripstop texture, designed for hands-free carry of everyday essentials. It features a main zippered compartment with a snap-closure front flap, one interior zip pocket, one rear zip pocket, and an adjustable webbing strap with a quick-release buckle; dimensions are 5 x 10 x 2 inches (12.5 x 25.5 x 5 cm). User feedback highlights smooth zippers and ample space for a small windbreaker, though the front flap snap is stiff—which also provides resistance to unauthorized opening while worn.
- Material
- Tear-proof nylon fabric with wax coating
- Gender
- unisex
- Category
- Luggage & Bags > Fanny Packs
Specifications
Tear-proof waxed nylon belt bag with zip and snap closure and adjustable strap.
Main compartment with zip and snap closure, adjustable webbing strap with quick-release plastic buckle, small zip pocket inside and behind.
- Material
- Tear-proof nylon fabric with wax coating
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 10x2x5 in
- Category
- Luggage & Bags > Fanny Packs
Additional Attributes
- tear-proof nylon fabric
- wax coating
- main compartment with zip and snap closure
- adjustable webbing strap with quick-release buckle
- small zip pocket inside
- small zip pocket behind
Product Insights
The North Face's Glen Canyon Belt Bag revives a 1966 mountaineering design as a waist-carry specialist, offering a 2-liter wax-coated nylon ripstop main compartment with snap-flap and rear zip security. Its slim 6-cm depth fits a phone, slim wallet, keys, and windbreaker but not a water bottle; the wax coating beads light rain but wears over time with no official rewaxing. The bag includes four pockets, a comfortable strap with one-handed buckle, and animal-product-free snap buttons, but buyers note the internal zip pocket cannot hold a large phone and wallet together, and it is currently out of stock.
Verified claims
- Design lineage
- Revives The North Face's 1966 mountaineering design.
- Snap-flap closure
- Rucksack-style snap-flap closure with modern snap buttons.
- Materials
- Wax-coated 70D nylon ripstop shell; 200D recycled polyester lining; weighs 165 g.
- Weight
- The 2-liter main compartment fits a phone, slim wallet, keys, and a windbreaker, but not water bottles due to its 6 cm depth.
- Water resistance
- Water beads off fabric; bag handles light rain but not heavy.
- Maintenance
- Coating wears over time; no official rewaxing, aftermarket treatments available.
- Anti-theft features
- The front snap-flap and rear zip pocket deter pickpockets; the rear pocket sits close to the body to secure valuables.
- Comfort
- Users report comfortable strap; buckle allows one-handed removal.
- Closures
- The front flap uses snap buttons instead of old-school leather buckle straps.
- Lineup fit
- Functions as the waist-carry specialist in the Glen Canyon lineup, with waist-or-crossbody carry options.
- Heritage design
- Heritage-inspired design with retro flip-top closures and wax-coated ripstop nylon.
- Pocket layout
- Four separate pockets: main, internal mesh/zip, external snap-flap with mesh and key clip, rear secure-zip.
- Main compartment fit
- Buyers report the main compartment fits a windbreaker but not a standard water bottle.
- Internal zip pocket size
- Small internal zip pocket cannot fit a large phone and wallet together.
- Weather protection
- The wax-coated nylon beads off light rain, keeping items dry in a short shower.
- Hardware
- The strap closes with a quick-release plastic buckle, and the front flap uses branded snap buttons; the main, internal, and rear pockets use zip closures.
- Coating
- The wax coating is water-resistant, and aftermarket wax treatments can be applied if it wears; official rewaxing instructions are not provided.
- Heritage lineage
- Belt bag is part of a 4-piece line paying homage to 1966 mountaineering history
- Fit for travel essentials
- The 2-liter main compartment holds a phone, slim wallet, and keys, and flat items like a sunglasses case and passport stack easily in the 6 cm depth, so the bag can carry travel essentials without becoming bulky.
- Cleaning
- The manufacturer recommends spot cleaning only for the wax-coated nylon bag.
Product record
- Title
- Glen Canyon Belt Bag
- Brand
- The North Face
- Price
- 65 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 12 sourcesUses
Everyday hands-free carry
Wear this belt bag in front or on your back to keep daily essentials organized, with a zipped main compartment that includes a mesh pocket and key clip, plus a snap pocket with its own secure-zip mesh pocket. One commenter who used it daily reports roomy storage—fitting a whole windbreaker in the main compartment—and notes the front snap flap takes a bit of effort to open, which can also make you feel it if someone else tries.[1,2,3,4]
Everyday carry worn on your back or in front
A daily-carry bag you can wear against your back or swing around in front of you. One reviewer who used it daily reported a comfortable strap, smooth zippers, and enough room to fit a windbreaker in the main compartment. The front flap takes some effort to open, which one reviewer felt made the bag more secure when worn on the back, though that experience may vary.[1,4]
Wearing it close for peace of mind in crowds
For commuting or travel when you want your essentials kept against your body, this belt bag can be worn on your back or in front, with a secure-zip pocket on the back that sits close to the body for added security. A long-term user reports the front flap takes some effort to open — which they found reassuring, since you'd feel it if someone tried to get into the bag while it was worn on your back.[1,3,4]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Glen Canyon Belt Bag: Choose this if you want a lightweight, close-to-the-body belt bag for daily carry: it holds 2 liters, weighs about 165 grams, and is made of tear-proof nylon with a wax coating, plus an adjustable strap with a quick-release buckle and a secure-zip pocket on the back. One user reports smooth zippers, a comfortable strap, and enough space to fit a whole windbreaker in the main compartment, though the snap-closed front flap is a bit hard to open — which that user notes could help you feel if someone tries to open it while the bag is on your back.[1,3,4] | Base Camp Utility Belt Bag: Choose this if you want a durable everyday belt bag in 100% nylon with organized storage: two main zip-top compartments, a water-repellent-coated front zip pocket, and an internal zip mesh pocket. Its adjustable belt with a plastic side-release buckle, wide webbing strap, and front webbing loops suit hands-free wear and attaching extra gear. It comes in one size in Black or Grey.[5,6,7] | Jester Lumbar Belt Bag: Choose this if you want a compact black belt bag in one size that carries at the waist or crossbody, thanks to an adjustable woven webbing strap with a plastic side-release buckle. It offers a two-way zip main compartment, a curved front pocket, and front bungee cord lacing on a rugged 100% polyester shell. Note it is very small, with listed dimensions of about 4 inches long, 2 inches high, and 0.75 inches wide, and The North Face advises spot cleaning with a damp cloth rather than submerging it in water.[8,9,10,11,12] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front-facing black fabric belt bag with a single flap secured by a snap and a printed square logo on the flap; adjustable woven strap with side-release buckle visible across the top of the frame.
- Overall bodySoft-structured, crescent-shaped belt bag body with a single front flap that tapers to a point at the center front; fabric has a subtle ripstop grid texture visible across the surface.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.46 · w 0.84 · h 0.34 (high) - Front flap closureTriangular flap folds down to the center front and is secured by a single round snap button located on the lower flap tip; a short loop of cord is stitched beneath the flap tip.
2 regions
x 0.38 · y 0.60 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.66 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (high) - Adjustable strap and buckleFlat woven strap attached at either side of the bag and forming an arc above it; strap includes an adjustable slider and a central plastic side-release buckle shown at the top center.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.06 · w 0.72 · h 0.22 (high) - Logo panelSquare printed logo panel centered on the flap containing stacked text and a semicircular graphic above the lower-right of the text area.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.41 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (high) - Logo text“THE NORTH FACE”
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.46 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (high) - Fabric textureSubtle square ripstop weave visible across body panels, giving a faint grid pattern.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.48 · w 0.80 · h 0.28 (medium)
Other
Product photographed on a uniform light gray studio background with soft shadow beneath the bag; image is centered and evenly lit from above.
- Background and shadowFlat light gray background fills the frame with a diffuse drop shadow directly beneath the bag consistent with studio lighting.
- Shot compositionFront-facing, centered product shot showing the full bag and strap arc; slight top-down angle so front flap and logo face the camera directly.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution, evenly exposed photograph with clear detail and minimal noise.
Colors
black· main body#1C1C1Cblack· strapwhite· logo printdark gray· snap button#302F2E- Overall bodySoft-structured, crescent-shaped belt bag body with a single front flap that tapers to a point at the center front; fabric has a subtle ripstop grid texture visible across the surface.
- 02
Product
Close-up of the bag's corner and side showing black ripstop fabric, reinforced triangular stitch at the strap attachment, a wide black woven strap, and a small zipper pull at the lower corner.
- Overall shape visibleRectangular soft-sided pouch corner with gently rounded edges and a boxed seam running along the top edge.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.12 · w 0.70 · h 0.40 (high) - Fabric textureMatte black ripstop fabric with a subtle square grid visible in close-up on top and side panels.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.12 · w 0.70 · h 0.40 (high) - Reinforced strap attachmentTriangular fabric patch with multiple rows of topstitching forming an X shape where the strap is sewn into the bag corner.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.44 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high) - Woven strapWide black woven webbing strap extending from the attachment point toward the right edge of the frame.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.48 · w 0.45 · h 0.18 (high) - Zipper pullSmall black zipper pull with a beaded cord visible at the lower left area of the pouch.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.68 · w 0.05 · h 0.07 (medium) - Topstitching detailParallel rows of straight topstitching along the top edge of the pouch visible in contrasting texture but similar color.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio product shot with neutral light grey background, soft shadow beneath the bag, and top-right cropping of the bag.
- Background and lightingEven diffuse lighting on a pale grey seamless background producing a soft shadow under the bag toward the bottom right.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionClose-up detail crop focusing on the side corner and strap area; the right side of the bag extends out of frame.
Colors
matte black· main fabric panels#0E0E0Ddeep black· woven strap#0E0D0Cblack with gloss highlights· zipper pull and cord- Overall shape visibleRectangular soft-sided pouch corner with gently rounded edges and a boxed seam running along the top edge.
- 03
Product
Close-up of a black soft fabric belt-bag showing an open main compartment with a grey mesh zip pocket and light grey nylon lining; visible black zippers and a black zipper pull tab.
- Exterior fabricBlack woven exterior fabric visible on the top flap with a subtle square ripstop grid texture.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.02 · w 0.62 · h 0.34 (high) - Main compartment openingCurved main zipper opening revealing interior; zipper teeth are black and the zipper follows a rounded top-to-front seam.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.12 · w 0.88 · h 0.22 (high) - Interior mesh pocketGrey open-weave mesh pocket with a sewn circular zipper channel forming an internal pocket opening.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.24 · w 0.56 · h 0.48 (high) - Internal liningSmooth light grey nylon lining visible beneath the mesh pocket and along the inner wall of the bag.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.48 · w 0.56 · h 0.36 (high) - Internal zipper and pullSmall black zipper with a black elongated pull tab located on the mesh pocket; pull tab has a molded shape and a small raised area but any text is illegible at this resolution.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.32 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Secondary zipper trackAn additional black zipper track is visible along the foreground edge of the opening, with closely spaced black teeth and fabric tape.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.64 · w 0.92 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Studio product shot tightly framed on the bag interior; neutral light grey background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows; image is sharp with visible fabric texture.
- Shot compositionTight detail close-up crop focusing on the opened compartment and interior pocket, with part of the exterior flap visible at top right.
- Background and lightingPlain light grey background with even studio lighting producing soft highlights on fabric and minimal harsh shadows.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution sharp image that clearly shows textile weaves, mesh holes, and zipper teeth.
Colors
matte black· exterior fabric#1C1C1Cmedium grey· mesh pocket#8C8C93light grey· inner lining#B4B4BA- Exterior fabricBlack woven exterior fabric visible on the top flap with a subtle square ripstop grid texture.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- The North Face
Glen Canyon Bum Bag
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Nice! 😁
Fortunately the front logo was fairly easy to peel off but it leaves a faint white residue so I just went over it with a black paint marker so it was reduced enough to tolerable levels. I like the snap flap because I can close the bag up quickly if I have large items that will be contained by it. I like the outside zippered pocket. Fortunately I can fit my large Ultra phone in! -1 star because it's expensive!
Reddit Insights
1 threads · r/ManyBaggersOnly one user provided a detailed review, praising the bag's comfort, capacity, and security, while a couple of others expressed curiosity.
The sole reviewer was highly positive, mentioning comfort, space, and a useful security feature; other commenters were interested but had no negative feedback.
Themes
Use Cases
- Everyday carry (EDC) with room for a windbreaker
Watch Out For
Source Threads
User review of the North Face Glen Canyon Sling after daily use
Hi, late to the party but I own it and have been using it daily for the past month and a half. I absolutely love it, you can carry it both on your back and in front of you, zippers are smooth, plenty of space for everything (I can fit a whole windbreaker inside of the main compartment!) and the strap is comfortable. Only issue is the flap with the button in the front is a bit hard to open but it can also be a good thing - you will definetly feel it if someone is trying to open it while it’s on your back. :)
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