The North Face Crestone Backpack vs The North Face Recon Backpack

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.

The North Face Crestone Backpack - Front View
The North Face Recon Backpack Front View
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

You're currently comparing the Crestone Backpack by The North Face against the Recon Backpack by The North Face .


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.