Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 Backpack vs The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Farpoint Trek 55 has Internal Compartments (Internal front flap zippered mesh pocket) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.

Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 55 Frontview
The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Osprey The North Face
Name Farpoint Trek 55 Hydra 26L Backpack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Travel Backpacking
Capacity (L) 55L 26L
Dimensions (in) 25 x 13 x 12 24 x 15 x 5
Weight (lb) 3.9 2
Fabric 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish.
Color 2 colors and patterns Goblin Blue/Beta Blue
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Lifetime
Release Date August 18, 2010
Rating 4.8 1
Price Under $200 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded hip belts Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Large panel zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Heat-embossed scratch-free zippered slash pocket, detachable daypack 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers
Internal Compartments Internal front flap zippered mesh pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top and side handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Gear loops
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Lockable laptop and tablet compartment
Travel Features Compression Straps Internal and external compression straps
Stowable Straps Stowaway backpanel, harness and hipbelt with zippered rear flap
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Smooth mesh covered atilon foam back panel FlashDry back panel
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Internal 3.5mm lightWire peripheral frame
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Lockable sliders on main compartment zipper
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Integrated hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Farpoint Trek 55 by Osprey against the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face.


Osprey 's Farpoint Trek 55 is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.

The Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 has a capacity of 55L (liters), weighs 3.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 25 x 13 x 12. It's made of 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 24 x 15 x 5 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue.