The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Farpoint Trek 55 does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | Osprey |
Name | Explore Haulaback Backpack | Farpoint Trek 55 | |
Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 43.5L | 55L | |
Dimensions (in) | 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 | 25 x 13 x 12 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.34 | 3.9 | |
Fabric | 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish | 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop | |
Color | Peak Purple/Tnf Black | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Lifetime | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 18, 2010 | ||
Rating | 5 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belts | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access | Large panel zip access | |
External Pockets | Heat-embossed scratch-free zippered slash pocket, detachable daypack | ||
Internal Compartments | Laptop compartment | Internal front flap zippered mesh pocket | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Four padded webbing handles | Padded top and side handles | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | Lockable laptop and tablet compartment |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Internal and external compression straps | |
Stowable Straps | Stowaway backpanel, harness and hipbelt with zippered rear flap | ||
Rear Loading Straps | Yes | ||
Base / Bottom | Dedicated zip bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded flat back panel | Smooth mesh covered atilon foam back panel |
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal 3.5mm lightWire peripheral frame | ||
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable sliders on main compartment zipper | |
Gym / Sports Features | Laundry Pocket | Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate |
The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Osprey 's Farpoint Trek 55 is a Hiking backpack with Travel 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 Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 's capacity is 55L with a size of 25 x 13 x 12 inches. Constructed from 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop it weighs 3.9 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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