The main difference between the TETON Sports Fox 5200 Backpack and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Fox 5200 Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Bungee storage, gear ties, webbing loops and D-rings) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | TETON Sports | The North Face |
Name | Fox 5200 Backpack | Hydra 26L Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 85L | 26L | |
Dimensions (in) | 34 x 16 x 1 | 24 x 15 x 5 | |
Weight (lb) | 5.5 | 2 | |
Fabric | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | Goblin Blue/Beta Blue | |
Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime | |
Release Date | May 1, 2006 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 1 | |
Price | Under $125 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured, padded shoulder straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Chest strap | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | Adjustable waist strap | |
Zippers | Weather-guard zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Top loading access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped top pocket, zipped side pockets and sleeping bag compartment | 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | 2 slip-in side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Bungee storage, gear ties, webbing loops and D-rings | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Open-cell foam lumbar pad and molded channels | FlashDry back panel |
Rain Cover | Rainfly included | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Multi-position adjustable torso adjustments | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L water bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Integrated hydration sleeve |
TETON Sports 's Fox 5200 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.
The TETON Sports Fox 5200 Backpack has a capacity of 85L (liters), weighs 5.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 34 x 16 x 1 . It's made of Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell 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.
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