The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Internal Compartments (Laptop compartment) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Explore Haulaback Backpack | Hydra 26L Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 43.5L | 26L | |
Dimensions (in) | 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 | 24 x 15 x 5 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.34 | 2 | |
Fabric | 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish | 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. | |
Color | Peak Purple/Tnf Black | Goblin Blue/Beta Blue | |
Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime | |
Rating | 5 | 1 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers | ||
Internal Compartments | Laptop compartment | ||
Side Pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Four padded webbing handles | Top grab handle | |
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Dedicated zip bottom | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded flat back panel | FlashDry back panel |
Gym / Sports Features | Laundry Pocket | Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate | |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Integrated hydration sleeve |
The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking 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 Hydra 26L Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 24 x 15 x 5 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue.
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