The main difference between the The North Face Explore Fusebox Daypack and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the Explore Fusebox Daypack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellant material) while the Recon Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Explore Fusebox Daypack | Recon Backpack | |
Category | Daypack | Sports | |
Sub Category | Commuter | Running | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12.5 x 7.5 x 18.5 | 19.25 x 13 x 7 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.4 | 2 | |
Fabric | 900D Polyester | Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish | |
Color | 5 colors and patterns | 20+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | June 25, 2020 | July 12, 2012 | |
Rating | 4.9 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $100 | 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 | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant material | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top loading access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | ||
Internal Compartments | Internal zippered mesh compartment | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | No | Yes | |
Handles | Two webbing tote handles with metal snap | Padded top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Daisy chains | Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | x | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel | |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents |
The North Face 's Explore Fusebox Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter features while The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running features.
The The North Face Explore Fusebox Daypack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 2.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12.5 x 7.5 x 18.5. It's made of 900D Polyester and is available in 5 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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