The main difference between the The North Face Daypack and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the Daypack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellant finish) while the Recon Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Daypack | Recon Backpack | |
Category | Daypack | Sports | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Running | |
Capacity (L) | 22L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 11.61 x 4.92 x 17.52 | 19.25 x 13 x 7 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.4 | 2 | |
Fabric | 600D Recycled Polyester | Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish | |
Color | 10+ colors and patterns | 20+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Lifetime | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | July 12, 2012 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $75 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant finish | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Invisible top zipped pocket, front zipped pocket, and 2 side pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Webbing top strap | Padded top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Leather patch, bike-light loop | Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment |
Tablet Sleeve | 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 Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Everyday features while The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running features.
The The North Face Daypack has a capacity of 22L (liters), weighs 1.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.61 x 4.92 x 17.52. It's made of 600D Recycled Polyester and is available in 10+ colors and patterns 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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