The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack vs The North Face Crestone Backpack

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

The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
The North Face Crestone Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Explore Haulaback Backpack Crestone Backpack
Category Backpacking Daypack
Sub Category Hiking Outdoor
Capacity (L) 43.5L 27.5L
Dimensions (in) 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 18.13 x 11 x 8.25
Weight (lb) 3.34 1
Fabric 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish
Color Peak Purple/Tnf Black Mild Grey Heather/TNF Black
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 5 4.7
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 side slip in pockets, 1 front zip pocket, Contrast embroidered The North Face logo on center top
Internal Compartments Laptop compartment Laptop sleeve, simplified organization in front pocket, tablet sleeve and key fob
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Four padded webbing handles Two webbing top handles
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Padded and protective 15" laptop sleeve
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Base / Bottom Dedicated zip bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded flat back panel Padded back panel
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate

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


The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while The North Face's Crestone Backpack is a Daypack 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 Crestone Backpack's capacity is 27.5L with a size of 18.13 x 11 x 8.25 inches. Constructed from it weighs 1 pounds and is available in Mild Grey Heather/TNF Black.