The main difference between the Carhartt 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Rain Defender® durable water repellent) while the Router Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Carhartt | The North Face |
Name | 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack | Router Backpack | |
Category | Everyday | Commuter | |
Sub Category | Commuter | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | 40L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12 X 18 X 7.5 | 12.5 x 9 x 21 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | ||
Fabric | Heavy-duty, 700-denier nylon | 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | |
Color | Carhartt Brown | Meld Grey/Tnf Black | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | ||
Price | Under $150 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Stowable shoulder straps | J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Rain Defender® durable water repellent | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | U-pull zippers | |
Main Compartment Access | Easy, quick-open cinch top | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 2 side pockets, 2 front slip-in pockets, 1 front zip pocket | Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization | |
Internal Compartments | Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve | ||
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front | ||
Loops and Attachments | 2 Rows of M.O.L.L.E Straps | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 15” laptop | Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | ||
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Bottom compression | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded |
Carhartt's 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack is a Everyday backpack with Commuter features while The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.
The Carhartt 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12 X 18 X 7.5. It's made of Heavy-duty, 700-denier nylon and is available in Carhartt Brown in comparison the The North Face Router Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 12.5 x 9 x 21 inches. Constructed from 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Meld Grey/Tnf Black.
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