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.
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 |
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.
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