The main difference between the The North Face Crestone Backpack and the The North Face Borealis Backpack is that the Crestone Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with metal pulls) while the Borealis Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Crestone Backpack | Borealis Backpack | |
Category | Daypack | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | School | |
Capacity (L) | 27.5L | 28L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18.13 x 11 x 8.25 | 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 | |
Weight (lb) | 1 | 2 | |
Fabric | 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo | ||
Color | Mild Grey Heather/TNF Black | 30+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | December 11, 2013 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | 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 | 2 side slip in pockets, 1 front zip pocket, Contrast embroidered The North Face logo on center top | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, simplified organization in front pocket, tablet sleeve and key fob | ||
Side Pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Two webbing top handles | Padded top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded and protective 15" laptop sleeve | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | 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 |
The North Face's Crestone Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Outdoor features while The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.
The The North Face Crestone Backpack has a capacity of 27.5L (liters), weighs 1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18.13 x 11 x 8.25. It's made of and is available in Mild Grey Heather/TNF Black in comparison the The North Face Borealis Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 30+ colors and patterns .
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