The main difference between the The North Face BTTFB Backpack and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the BTTFB Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with metal pulls) while the Recon Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | BTTFB Backpack | Recon Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Sports | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Running | |
Capacity (L) | 20L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19 x 13 x 4 | 19.25 x 13 x 7 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.75 | 2 | |
Fabric | 900D polyester with TPE PVC coating | Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish | |
Color | Macrofleck Print Green | 20+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | July 12, 2012 | ||
Rating | 4.8 | ||
Price | Under $150 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - Adjustable and injection-molded-foam shoulder straps | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Top pocket | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Padded top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents |
The North Face's BTTFB Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running features.
The The North Face BTTFB Backpack has a capacity of 20L (liters), weighs 1.75 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19 x 13 x 4. It's made of 900D polyester with TPE PVC coating and is available in Macrofleck Print Green 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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