The main difference between the Eddie Bauer Skylar Backpack and the The North Face Borealis Backpack is that the Skylar Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant) while the Borealis Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Eddie Bauer | The North Face |
Name | Skylar Backpack | Borealis Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | School | School | |
Capacity (L) | 20L | 28L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17 x 11.5 x 7 | 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | ||
Fabric | 100% recycled nylon | 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo | |
Color | Black | 30+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | December 11, 2013 | ||
Rating | 4.8 | ||
Price | Under $150 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal and pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 4 external pockets | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, | ||
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Padded top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 15" laptop | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents |
Eddie Bauer 's Skylar Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.
The Eddie Bauer Skylar Backpack has a capacity of 20L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17 x 11.5 x 7. It's made of 100% recycled nylon and is available in Black in comparison the The North Face Borealis Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 30+ colors and patterns .
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