The North Face Borealis Backpack vs The North Face Ruthsac Backpack
The main difference between the The North Face Borealis Backpack and the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack is that the Borealis Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Ruthsac Backpack does not.
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| Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
| Name | Borealis Backpack | Ruthsac Backpack | |
| Category | Laptop | Commuter | |
| Sub Category | School | Daypack | |
| Capacity (L) | 28L | 31.5L | |
| Dimensions (in) | 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 | 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 | |
| Weight (lb) | 2 | ||
| Fabric | 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo | 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. | |
| Color | 30+ colors and patterns | Brandy Brown/Root Brown | |
| Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
| Release Date | December 11, 2013 | ||
| Rating | 4.8 | 4.1 | |
| Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
| General Features | Shoulder Straps | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
| Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
| Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
| Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
| Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal top two way zip access | |
| External Pockets | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials | |
| Internal Compartments | Zippered laptop compartment | ||
| Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | 2 zippered side 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 |
| 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 back panel | |
| Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents | ||
You're currently comparing the Borealis Backpack by The North Face against the Ruthsac Backpack by The North Face.
The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features while The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack 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 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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