The main difference between the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack and the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack is that the Explorer 4000 Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps) while the Explore Haulaback Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | TETON Sports | The North Face |
Name | Explorer 4000 Backpack | Explore Haulaback Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 65L | 43.5L | |
Dimensions (in) | 32 x 18 x 12 | 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 5 | 3.34 | |
Fabric | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish | |
Color | 4 colors and patterns | Peak Purple/Tnf Black | |
Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime | |
Release Date | May 1, 2006 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | 5 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | ||
Zippers | Weather-guard zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Top access | Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access | |
External Pockets | Front mesh pocket, 1 zipped bottom pocket, and 5 side pockets | ||
Internal Compartments | Laptop compartment | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can hold water bottle, tent poles and trekking poles | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Four padded webbing handles | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Multi-directional external compression straps | |
Rear Loading Straps | Bottom load straps | ||
Base / Bottom | Dedicated zip bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel with open-cell foam lumbar pad and molded channels | Padded flat back panel |
Rain Cover | Rainfly included | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | ||
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Multi-position torso adjustments | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Side pockets can hold tent poles and trekking poles | ||
Gym / Sports Features | Laundry Pocket | Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate | |
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds up to 3L hydration bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes |
TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.
The TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack has a capacity of 65L (liters), weighs 5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 32 x 18 x 12. It's made of Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell and is available in 4 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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