The main difference between the Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack and the The North Face Women's Surge Backpack is that the Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack has Zippers (Reflective zipper pulls) while the Women's Surge Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | The North Face |
Name | Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack | Women's Surge Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 31L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18 x 12.38 x 8.8 | 12 x 7 x 20 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.0 | 2.7 | |
Fabric | 100% Polyester | 600D Polyester | |
Color | 6 Colors and patterns | 15+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.9 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured padded shoulder straps | Articulated shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant finish | ||
Zippers | Reflective zipper pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Organizational panel | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top haul handle | Padded top handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Key clip | Webbing daisy chain | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" | Padded laptop compartment |
Organizer Pocket | Front organizer pocket | Front pocket with internal organization | |
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Padded bottom panel | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Rounded back panel |
Columbia 's Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while The North Face 's Women's Surge Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.
The Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 1.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18 x 12.38 x 8.8. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 6 Colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Women's Surge Backpack's capacity is 31L with a size of 12 x 7 x 20 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in 15+ colors and patterns.
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