The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack vs The North Face Recon Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Recon Backpack does not.

The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
The North Face Recon Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Explore Haulaback Backpack Recon Backpack
Category Backpacking Sports
Sub Category Hiking Running
Capacity (L) 43.5L 30L
Dimensions (in) 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 19.25 x 13 x 7
Weight (lb) 3.34 2
Fabric 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish
Color Peak Purple/Tnf Black 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 12, 2012
Rating 5 4.8
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop compartment
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Four padded webbing handles Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Base / Bottom Dedicated zip bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded flat back panel Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents
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 Recon Backpack by The North Face .


The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running 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 Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19.25 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.