The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack vs TETON Sports Mountain Adventurer 4000 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the TETON Sports Mountain Adventurer 4000 Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Mountain Adventurer 4000 Backpack does not.

The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
TETON Sports Mountain Adventurer 4000 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face TETON Sports
Name Explore Haulaback Backpack Mountain Adventurer 4000 Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 43.5L 66L
Dimensions (in) 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 27 x 12 x 10
Weight (lb) 3.34 5.3
Fabric 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish 420D Black Oxford 1000mm WR
Color Peak Purple/Tnf Black Black
Warranty Lifetime TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty
Release Date September 25, 2019
Rating 5 4.6
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Ergonomic shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap with whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Waist belt with split wishbone construction
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access Top loading access
External Pockets Reverse U pocket, sleeping bag compartment, waist belt pocket, and 4 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop compartment
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other acccessories
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Four padded webbing handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Exterior and interior gear loops
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Base / Bottom Dedicated zip bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded flat back panel Padded back panel
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Internal frame
Adjustable Length Torso Adjustable 15-20" torso length
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Top / Floating Lid Removeable hood
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 3L hydration bladder
Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Explore Haulaback Backpack by The North Face against the Mountain Adventurer 4000 Backpack by TETON Sports .


The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while TETON Sports 's Mountain Adventurer 4000 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 TETON Sports Mountain Adventurer 4000 Backpack's capacity is 66L with a size of 27 x 12 x 10 inches. Constructed from 420D Black Oxford 1000mm WR it weighs 5.3 pounds and is available in Black.