Salomon Advance Skin 5 vs The North Face Recon Backpack

The main difference between the Salomon Advance Skin 5 and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the Advance Skin 5 has Lightweight (Yes) while the Recon Backpack does not.

Salomon Advance Skin 5 Front View
The North Face Recon Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Salomon The North Face
Name Advance Skin 5 Recon Backpack
Category Sports Sports
Sub Category Running Running
Capacity (L) 5L 30L
Dimensions (in) 15 x 8 x 2 19.25 x 13 x 7
Weight (lb) 0.5 2
Fabric 100% Polyester Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish
Color 4 colors and patterns 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty Salomon Limited Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 9, 2021 July 12, 2012
Rating 5.0 4.8
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Snug fit shoulder vest Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 zipped pockets and 2 bottle pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective detailing 360-degree reflective accents
Other Features Other Features Integrated soft flasks, sensifit construction

You're currently comparing the Advance Skin 5 by Salomon against the Recon Backpack by The North Face .


Salomon 's Advance Skin 5 is a Sports backpack with Running features while The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running features.

The Salomon Advance Skin 5 has a capacity of 5L (liters), weighs 0.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 15 x 8 x 2. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 4 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19.25 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.