The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack vs Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 Backpack

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.

The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 55 Frontview
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

You're currently comparing the Explore Haulaback Backpack by The North Face against the Farpoint Trek 55 by Osprey .


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.