The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack vs The North Face Basin 24 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the The North Face Basin 24 Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Base / Bottom (Dedicated zip bottom) while the Basin 24 Backpack does not.

The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
The North Face Basin 24 Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Explore Haulaback Backpack Basin 24 Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Outdoor
Capacity (L) 43.5L
Dimensions (in) 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 11 x 6.7 x 19.7
Weight (lb) 3.34 1.7
Fabric 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish Recycled nylon ripstop
Color Peak Purple/Tnf Black Banff Blue - Aviator Navy
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 5
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Padded adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls 2 way string zipper holder
Main Compartment Access Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access Normal zipped access
External Pockets External stash pockets, water bottle pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop compartment Large main compartment
Side Pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Four padded webbing handles Web haul handle
Loops and Attachments Two-point trekking-pole attachment
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded 1 laptop sleeve
Travel Features Base / Bottom Dedicated zip bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded flat back panel Padded back panel
Rain Cover Concealed rain cover
Trekking Pole Holders Minimal two-point trekking-pole attachment to hold poles
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Explore Haulaback Backpack by The North Face against the Basin 24 Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while The North Face's Basin 24 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor 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 The North Face Basin 24 Backpack's capacity is with a size of 11 x 6.7 x 19.7 inches. Constructed from Recycled nylon ripstop it weighs 1.7 pounds and is available in Banff Blue - Aviator Navy.