The main difference between the The North Face Casual Backpack and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the Casual Backpack has Zippers (Nylon) while the Recon Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Casual Backpack | Recon Backpack | |
Category | Mens | Sports | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Running | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 11.4 x 15.8 x 5.9 | 19.25 x 13 x 7 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.01 | 2 | |
Fabric | Polyester, cotton | Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish | |
Color | Black | 20+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | July 12, 2012 | ||
Rating | 4.8 | ||
Price | Under $250 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | S-shaped curved adjustable padded strap | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Zippers | Nylon | ||
Main Compartment Access | Fold-over opening top access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Secure-zip front pocket | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Expandable water bottle pocket | Yes | |
Handles | 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 | ||
Travel Features | Expandable | Expandable water bottle pocket | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents |
The North Face's Casual Backpack is a Mens backpack with Everyday features while The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running features.
The The North Face Casual Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 1.01 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.4 x 15.8 x 5.9. It's made of Polyester, cotton and is available in Black 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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