The main difference between the CamelBak Circuit Vest 50oz and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the Circuit Vest 50oz has Bladder Size (Holds 50z or 3L hydration bladder) while the Recon Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | CamelBak | The North Face |
Name | Circuit Vest 50oz | Recon Backpack | |
Category | Sports | Sports | |
Sub Category | Running | Running | |
Capacity (L) | 3.5L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 13.8 x 7.5 x 3.7 | 19.25 x 13 x 7 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.4 | 2 | |
Fabric | Ultra Light Materials | Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | 20+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | March 31, 2020 | July 12, 2012 | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $75 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Multi-directional air flow and cushioning | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Dual adjustable sternum straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Main Compartment Access | Front zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Secure phone pocket, 2 bottle pockets, and stash pocket | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Padded top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Tube trap | Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment | |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel | |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective accents | 360-degree reflective accents | |
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 50z or 3L hydration bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes |
CamelBak 's Circuit Vest 50oz is a Sports backpack with Running features while The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running features.
The CamelBak Circuit Vest 50oz has a capacity of 3.5L (liters), weighs 0.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13.8 x 7.5 x 3.7 . It's made of Ultra Light Materials and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19.25 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.
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