The main difference between the The North Face Borealis Backpack and the Kipling Shelden Backpack is that the Borealis Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Shelden Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | Kipling |
Name | Borealis Backpack | Shelden Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | School | School | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | 19L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 | 12 x 15.5 x 5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 0.99 | |
Fabric | 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo | Polyester | |
Color | 30+ colors and patterns | Pearl Teal Metallic | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | December 11, 2013 | ||
Rating | 4.8 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Zippers | Plastic molded zipper with rubber pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | Two side slip pockets, Water bottle pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, two internal slip pockets | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Two side slip pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Padded top grab handle | 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 | Padded; 15" Laptop |
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 | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents | ||
Other Features | Other Features | With monkey keychain |
The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while Kipling's Shelden 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 Kipling Shelden Backpack's capacity is 19L with a size of 12 x 15.5 x 5 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 0.99 pounds and is available in Pearl Teal Metallic.
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