The main difference between the The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the Alamere 24 Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Recon Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Alamere 24 Backpack | Recon Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Sports | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Running | |
Capacity (L) | 18L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19.25 x 13 x 7 | ||
Weight (lb) | 1lb 7oz | 2 | |
Fabric | Nylon | Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish | |
Color | Vintage White/Horizon Red | 20+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | July 12, 2012 | ||
Rating | 4.8 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded adjustable shoulder straps with multiple clasps to keep it in place. | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | Removable waist belt | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Front zipper pockets for other essentials, | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Padded top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys | ||
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 | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents |
The North Face's Alamere 24 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running features.
The The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack has a capacity of 18L (liters), weighs 1lb 7oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are . It's made of Nylon and is available in Vintage White/Horizon Red 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.
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