The main difference between the The North Face Banchee 50 Backpack and the Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack is that the Banchee 50 Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Lash points) while the 40L Hiking Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | Mountaintop |
Name | Banchee 50 Backpack | 40L Hiking Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | S/M - 46L / L/XL - 49L | 40L | |
Dimensions (in) | S/M - 13.8 x 12.2 x 25.6 / L/XL - 13.8 x 12.2 x 27.6 | 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 | |
Weight (lb) | S/M - 3 lbs 6.3 oz / L/XL - 3 lbs 9.1 oz | 2.1 | |
Fabric | 70D IronLite™ nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | Polyester | |
Color | Tnf Black/Aviator Navy | 20+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Mountaintop Warranty | ||
Release Date | August 1, 2016 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | ||
Price | Under $300 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | S-curve sponge padded shoulder strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | Elastic chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | YKK zippers | |
Main Compartment Access | Flap with buckle | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 8+ pockets, Two tool keepers, Beaver-tail pocket | Zipped top, middle and bottom pockets plus two side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Spacious main compartment with pockets | ||
Side Pockets | Two stretch side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle or umbrella | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Lash points | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight IronLite™ | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop pocket fits up to 17" | |
Tablet Sleeve | Separate tablet pocket | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | 40.2 linear inches carry on size compliant | |
Compression Straps | External compression straps | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Full trampoline back panel with FlashDry™ | Breathable padded back panel |
Rain Cover | Rain cover included | ||
Ventilated Back | Air diversion back system | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Hiking pole attachment | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective webbing | ||
Gym / Sports Features | Shoe Compartment | Bottom compartment for shoes | |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Hydration sleeve | |
Other Features | Other Features | The patent-pending Dyno Lite System™ allows you to adjust the back panel without taking off the pack. The Dyno Lite System™ features self-equalizing, on-the-fly, adjustable load lifters. |
The North Face's Banchee 50 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Mountaintop 's 40L Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features.
The The North Face Banchee 50 Backpack has a capacity of S/M - 46L / L/XL - 49L (liters), weighs S/M - 3 lbs 6.3 oz / L/XL - 3 lbs 9.1 oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are S/M - 13.8 x 12.2 x 25.6 / L/XL - 13.8 x 12.2 x 27.6. It's made of 70D IronLite™ nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish and is available in Tnf Black/Aviator Navy in comparison the Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 2.1 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.
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