The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the TETON Sports Scout 3400 Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Handles (Four padded webbing handles) while the Scout 3400 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | TETON Sports |
Name | Explore Haulaback Backpack | Scout 3400 Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 43.5L | 55L | |
Dimensions (in) | 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 | 30 x 17 x 12 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.34 | 4.4 | |
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 | November 5, 2008 | ||
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 chest 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 bottom zipped pocket and 4 side pockets | ||
Internal Compartments | Laptop compartment | Large capacity with multi-pockets and compartments | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Four padded webbing handles | ||
Loops and Attachments | Front elastic cord, D-rings, and gear loops | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Rear Loading Straps | Bottom loading straps | ||
Base / Bottom | Dedicated zip bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded flat back panel | Padded lumbar and back panel |
Rain Cover | Rainfly included | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal Frame | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Multi-position torso adjustments | ||
Gym / Sports Features | Laundry Pocket | Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate | |
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L water bladder |
The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while TETON Sports's Scout 3400 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 Scout 3400 Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 30 x 17 x 12 inches. Constructed from Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell it weighs 4.4 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns .
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