The main difference between the The North Face Crestone Backpack and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Crestone Backpack has Internal Compartments (Laptop sleeve, simplified organization in front pocket, tablet sleeve and key fob) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Crestone Backpack | Hydra 26L Backpack | |
Category | Daypack | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 27.5L | 26L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18.13 x 11 x 8.25 | 24 x 15 x 5 | |
Weight (lb) | 1 | 2 | |
Fabric | 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. | ||
Color | Mild Grey Heather/TNF Black | Goblin Blue/Beta Blue | |
Warranty | Lifetime | ||
Rating | 4.7 | 1 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 2 side slip in pockets, 1 front zip pocket, Contrast embroidered The North Face logo on center top | 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, simplified organization in front pocket, tablet sleeve and key fob | ||
Side Pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Two webbing top handles | Top grab handle | |
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded and protective 15" laptop sleeve | |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | FlashDry back panel |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Integrated hydration sleeve |
The North Face's Crestone Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Outdoor features while The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking 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 Hydra 26L Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 24 x 15 x 5 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue.
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