The main difference between the Oakley Icon Backpack and the The North Face Women's Surge Backpack is that the Icon Backpack has Internal Compartments (Roomy interior with open panel pockets) while the Women's Surge Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Oakley | The North Face |
Name | Icon Backpack | Women's Surge Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 24L | 31L | |
Dimensions (in) | 36 x 18 x 45 | 12 x 7 x 20 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.45 | 2.7 | |
Fabric | Tough Cordura Fabric | 600D Polyester | |
Color | Dull Onyx | 15+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Oakley 1 Year Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.0 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Anatomically 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 | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 front pockets, 1 top zipped pocket and 2 side zipped pockets | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Roomy interior with open panel pockets | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Ergonomic handgrip | Padded top handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Webbing daisy chain | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits up to a 17” laptop | Padded laptop compartment |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | Front pocket with internal organization | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Base / Bottom | Rubberized bottom panel | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | Rounded back panel |
Load Lifters | Yes |
Oakley 's Icon Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while The North Face 's Women's Surge Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.
The Oakley Icon Backpack has a capacity of 24L (liters), weighs 2.45 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 36 x 18 x 45. It's made of Tough Cordura Fabric and is available in Dull Onyx 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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