The main difference between the The North Face Basin 24 Backpack and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the Basin 24 Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellent) while the Recon Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Basin 24 Backpack | Recon Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Sports | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Running | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 11 x 6.7 x 19.7 | 19.25 x 13 x 7 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.7 | 2 | |
Fabric | Recycled nylon ripstop | Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish | |
Color | Banff Blue - Aviator Navy | 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 | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable hip belt | Removable waist belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellent | ||
Zippers | 2 way string zipper holder | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | External stash pockets, water bottle pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Large main compartment | ||
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Web haul handle | Padded top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Two-point trekking-pole attachment | Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | 1 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 back panel | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel |
Rain Cover | Concealed rain cover | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Minimal two-point trekking-pole attachment to hold poles | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Hydration sleeve |
The North Face's Basin 24 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features while The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running 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 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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