The main difference between the The North Face Base Camp Small Duffel and the The North Face Borealis Backpack is that the Base Camp Small Duffel has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Non-PFC durable water-repellent ) while the Borealis Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Base Camp Small Duffel | Borealis Backpack | |
Category | Travel | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | School | |
Capacity (L) | 50L | 28L | |
Dimensions (in) | 13 x 21 x 13 | 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.0 | 2 | |
Fabric | 1000D Phthalate-Free, Recycled PVC | 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo | |
Color | 3 colors and patterns | 30+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | April 13, 2018 | December 11, 2013 | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $225 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Detachable, adjustable, alpine-cut shoulder straps | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Non-PFC durable water-repellent | ||
Zippers | D-zip opening with a weather resistant flap | ||
Main Compartment Access | Main compartment has a secure-zip mesh pocket and an end-cap mesh sleeve pocket for more organization | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | No | Yes | |
Handles | Two padded side handles | Padded top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses | ||
Convertible | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment | |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel | |
Compression Straps | External compression straps | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents |
The North Face 's Base Camp Small Duffel is a Travel backpack with Outdoor features while The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.
The The North Face Base Camp Small Duffel has a capacity of 50L (liters), weighs 2.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13 x 21 x 13. It's made of 1000D Phthalate-Free, Recycled PVC and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Borealis Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 30+ colors and patterns .
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