The main difference between the The North Face Basin 24 Backpack and the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack is that the Basin 24 Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Ruthsac Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Basin 24 Backpack | Ruthsac Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Commuter | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 31.5L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 11 x 6.7 x 19.7 | 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.7 | ||
Fabric | Recycled nylon ripstop | 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. | |
Color | Banff Blue - Aviator Navy | Brandy Brown/Root Brown | |
Rating | 4.1 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded adjustable shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable hip belt | ||
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 | Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials | |
Internal Compartments | Large main compartment | Zippered laptop compartment | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | 2 zippered side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Web haul handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Two-point trekking-pole attachment | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | 1 laptop sleeve | Padded |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | Padded 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 |
The North Face's Basin 24 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features while The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack 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 Ruthsac Backpack's capacity is 31.5L with a size of 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. it weighs pounds and is available in Brandy Brown/Root Brown.
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