The main difference between the The North Face Crestone Backpack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the Crestone Backpack has Side Pockets (2 slip-in side pockets) while the Router Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Crestone Backpack | Router Backpack | |
Category | Daypack | Commuter | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 27.5L | 40L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18.13 x 11 x 8.25 | 12.5 x 9 x 21 | |
Weight (lb) | 1 | 2 | |
Fabric | 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | ||
Color | Mild Grey Heather/TNF Black | Meld Grey/Tnf Black | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | U-pull zippers | |
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 | Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, simplified organization in front pocket, tablet sleeve and key fob | Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve | |
Side Pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Two webbing top handles | Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded and protective 15" laptop sleeve | Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | ||
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Bottom compression | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | Padded |
The North Face's Crestone Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Outdoor features while The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday 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 Router Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 12.5 x 9 x 21 inches. Constructed from 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Meld Grey/Tnf Black.
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