The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the The North Face Berkeley Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Berkeley Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Explore Haulaback Backpack | Berkeley Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Daypack | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Commuter | |
Capacity (L) | 43.5L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 | 6 x 6 x 2 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.34 | 1.45 | |
Fabric | 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish | 400D recycled nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish; Boot: 1200D recycled polyester with non-PFC DWR finish. | |
Color | Peak Purple/Tnf Black | Tnf Black/Mineral Gold | |
Warranty | Lifetime | ||
Rating | 5 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-repellent | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Nylon zipper with string and metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 1 front secure-zip pocket, 2 side water bottle pockets | ||
Internal Compartments | Laptop compartment | Two organizational mesh pouches, 16" laptop sleeve | |
Side Pockets | 2 slip in side pockets | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Four padded webbing handles | Top grab nylon handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | Padded; 16" laptop |
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Dedicated zip bottom | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded flat back panel | Padded |
Gym / Sports Features | Laundry Pocket | Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate |
The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while The North Face's Berkeley Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter 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 Berkeley Backpack's capacity is with a size of 6 x 6 x 2 inches. Constructed from 400D recycled nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish; Boot: 1200D recycled polyester with non-PFC DWR finish. it weighs 1.45 pounds and is available in Tnf Black/Mineral Gold.
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