The main difference between the The North Face Crestone Backpack and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the Crestone Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with metal pulls) while the Recon Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Crestone Backpack | Recon Backpack | |
Category | Daypack | Sports | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Running | |
Capacity (L) | 27.5L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18.13 x 11 x 8.25 | 19.25 x 13 x 7 | |
Weight (lb) | 1 | 2 | |
Fabric | Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish | ||
Color | Mild Grey Heather/TNF Black | 20+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | July 12, 2012 | ||
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 | 2 zipped front pockets 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 | Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys | ||
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 | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar 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 Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running 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 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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