The main difference between the The North Face Basin 24 Backpack and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Basin 24 Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellent) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Basin 24 Backpack | Hydra 26L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 11 x 6.7 x 19.7 | 24 x 15 x 5 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.7 | 2 | |
Fabric | Recycled nylon ripstop | 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. | |
Color | Banff Blue - Aviator Navy | Goblin Blue/Beta Blue | |
Warranty | Lifetime | ||
Rating | 1 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded adjustable shoulder straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable hip belt | Adjustable waist strap | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellent | ||
Zippers | 2 way string zipper holder | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | External stash pockets, water bottle pockets | 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers | |
Internal Compartments | Large main compartment | ||
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Web haul handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Two-point trekking-pole attachment | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | 1 laptop sleeve | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | FlashDry back panel |
Rain Cover | Concealed rain cover | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Minimal two-point trekking-pole attachment to hold poles | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Hydration sleeve | Integrated hydration sleeve |
The North Face's Basin 24 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features while The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.
The The North Face Basin 24 Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 1.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11 x 6.7 x 19.7. It's made of Recycled nylon ripstop and is available in Banff Blue - Aviator Navy 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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