The main difference between the The North Face Borealis Backpack and the Element Strain Backpack is that the Borealis Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Strain Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | Element |
Name | Borealis Backpack | Strain Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | School | School | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | 27L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 | 20 x 15 x 6 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 2 | |
Fabric | 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo | DWR recycled cotton canvas PU2 backing | |
Color | 30+ colors and patterns | Off Black | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | December 11, 2013 | ||
Rating | 4.8 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps | Ergonomic padded straps with 3D air mesh backing |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Easy access zippered side entry. | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | 1 front zippered drop pocket | |
Internal Compartments | 1 internal slots organizer | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Padded top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment | 1 padded laptop sleeve 13" to 15" |
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 | |
Base / Bottom | Reinforced ripstop bottom base | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Paded back panel | |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents |
The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while Element's Strain Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.
The The North Face Borealis Backpack has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75. It's made of 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo and is available in 30+ colors and patterns in comparison the Element Strain Backpack's capacity is 27L with a size of 20 x 15 x 6 inches. Constructed from DWR recycled cotton canvas PU2 backing it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Off Black.
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