The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack vs The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Internal Compartments (Laptop compartment) while the Rapidus 30 Backpack does not.

The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Explore Haulaback Backpack Rapidus 30 Backpack
Category Backpacking Ski
Sub Category Hiking Sports
Capacity (L) 43.5L 30L
Dimensions (in) 1.5 x 11 x 23.5
Weight (lb) 3.34
Fabric 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish 10% nylon
Color Peak Purple/Tnf Black Bluebird / Turbulence Grey
Warranty Lifetime Lifetime
Release Date June 18, 2019
Rating 5
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Straight - 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 U pulls
Main Compartment Access Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 side crampon, 1 side skin, 1 insulated water bottle
Internal Compartments Laptop compartment
Side Pockets 1 side slip-in pocket
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Four padded webbing handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Ice-axe carry with covered tip for secure and protected carry
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
Baby Features Insulated Pockets Insulated water bottle holder
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 Rapidus 30 Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while The North Face's Rapidus 30 Backpack is a Ski backpack with Sports 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 Rapidus 30 Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of inches. Constructed from 10% nylon it weighs pounds and is available in Bluebird / Turbulence Grey.