The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack vs Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Internal Compartments (Laptop compartment) while the 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack does not.

The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Mountaintop
Name Explore Haulaback Backpack 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 43.5L 70L
Dimensions (in) 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 29.9 x 13 x 10.2
Weight (lb) 3.34 2.0
Fabric 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish Nylon
Color Peak Purple/Tnf Black 10+ colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime Mountaintop Warranty
Release Date May 31, 2018
Rating 5 4.5
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps S-shaped padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded hip belt with pockets
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls YKK zippers
Main Compartment Access Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access Top loading access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket, bottom compartment, and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop compartment
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Four padded webbing handles Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Laptop sleeve
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Base / Bottom Dedicated zip bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded flat back panel Breathable padded back panel
Rain Cover Rain cover included
Internal / External Frame Dual aluminum internal frame
Ergonomic Ergonomic design
Adjustable Length Torso 8 level height adjuster
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 3L water bladder
Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Explore Haulaback Backpack by The North Face against the 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack by Mountaintop .


The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Mountaintop 's 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.

The The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack has a capacity of 43.5L (liters), weighs 3.34 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 1.5 x 11 x 23.5. It's made of 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish and is available in Peak Purple/Tnf Black in comparison the Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack's capacity is 70L with a size of 29.9 x 13 x 10.2 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 10+ colors and patterns.