The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Internal Compartments (Laptop compartment) while the Explorer 4000 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | TETON Sports |
Name | Explore Haulaback Backpack | Explorer 4000 Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 43.5L | 65L | |
Dimensions (in) | 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 | 32 x 18 x 12 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.34 | 5 | |
Fabric | 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | |
Color | Peak Purple/Tnf Black | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Lifetime | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | May 1, 2006 | ||
Rating | 5 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Weather-guard zippers | |
Main Compartment Access | Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access | Top access | |
External Pockets | Front mesh pocket, 1 zipped bottom pocket, and 5 side pockets | ||
Internal Compartments | Laptop compartment | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can hold water bottle, tent poles and trekking poles | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Four padded webbing handles | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Multi-directional external compression straps | |
Rear Loading Straps | Bottom load straps | ||
Base / Bottom | Dedicated zip bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded flat back panel | Padded back panel with open-cell foam lumbar pad and molded channels |
Rain Cover | Rainfly included | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | ||
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Multi-position torso adjustments | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Side pockets can hold tent poles and trekking poles | ||
Gym / Sports Features | Laundry Pocket | Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate | |
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds up to 3L hydration bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes |
The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 Backpack 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 TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack's capacity is 65L with a size of 32 x 18 x 12 inches. Constructed from Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell it weighs 5 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns .
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