The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack vs The North Face Fall Line Backpack

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

The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
The North Face Fall Line Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Explore Haulaback Backpack Fall Line Backpack
Category Backpacking Motorcycle
Sub Category Hiking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 43.5L
Dimensions (in) 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 7.48 x 13.78 x 19.69
Weight (lb) 3.34 2.31
Fabric 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish 400D Nylon
Color Peak Purple/Tnf Black Black
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 5 4.6
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Shoulder-strap webbing create 360 degrees of reflectivity
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with plastic pulls
Main Compartment Access Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Front pocket with stretch side panels for additional volume, Reflective bike-light loop, water bottle tabs, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses or electronics, Two opaque stretch-mesh side pockets discreetly hold their contents
Internal Compartments Laptop compartment Internal organisation with a fleece-lined media pocket, secure zipped pocket and elastic webbing for cord management
Side Pockets 2 mesh side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Four padded webbing handles Comfortable, padded top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Padded, fleece-lined laptop sleeve in the main compartment helps protect laptop from bumps and falls
Tablet Sleeve Padded, fleece-lined tablet sleeve located in the main compartment for quick access
Travel Features Base / Bottom Dedicated zip bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded flat back panel Padded mesh back panel
Reflective Safety Strips Light reflection detailing helps you stay visible in low-light conditions
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 Fall Line Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while The North Face's Fall Line Backpack is a Motorcycle 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 The North Face Fall Line Backpack's capacity is with a size of 7.48 x 13.78 x 19.69 inches. Constructed from 400D Nylon it weighs 2.31 pounds and is available in Black.