The main difference between the Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack and the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack is that the 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Padded hip belt with pockets) while the Explore Haulaback Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Mountaintop | The North Face |
Name | 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack | Explore Haulaback Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 70L | 43.5L | |
Dimensions (in) | 29.9 x 13 x 10.2 | 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.0 | 3.34 | |
Fabric | Nylon | 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish | |
Color | 10+ colors and patterns | Peak Purple/Tnf Black | |
Warranty | Mountaintop Warranty | Lifetime | |
Release Date | May 31, 2018 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | 5 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | S-shaped padded shoulder straps | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belt with pockets | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | ||
Zippers | YKK zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Top loading access | Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped front pocket, bottom compartment, and 2 side pockets | ||
Internal Compartments | Laptop compartment | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Four padded webbing handles | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve | Padded |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Base / Bottom | Dedicated zip bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Breathable padded back panel | Padded flat back panel |
Rain Cover | Rain cover included | ||
Internal / External Frame | Dual aluminum internal frame | ||
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | 8 level height adjuster | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Gym / Sports Features | Laundry Pocket | Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate | |
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L water bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Mountaintop 's 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.
The Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack has a capacity of 70L (liters), weighs 2.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 29.9 x 13 x 10.2. It's made of Nylon and is available in 10+ colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack's capacity is 43.5L with a size of 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 inches. Constructed from 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish it weighs 3.34 pounds and is available in Peak Purple/Tnf Black.
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