The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Laptop Sleeve (Padded) while the Route Rocket 16 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Explore Haulaback Backpack | Route Rocket 16 Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Sports | |
Capacity (L) | 43.5L | 16L | |
Dimensions (in) | 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 | 9.88 x 6.25 x 18 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.34 | 1lb 3oz | |
Fabric | 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish | Body 420D recycled nylon with carbonate PU finish and non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish / side panels 300D recycled polyester tarpaulin with non-PFC DWR finish | |
Color | Peak Purple/Tnf Black | Black | |
Warranty | Lifetime | ||
Rating | 5 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
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 string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Secure-zip top pocket | ||
Internal Compartments | Laptop compartment | Half-zip pocket | |
Handles | Four padded webbing handles | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Lash points on both sides | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Dedicated zip bottom | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded flat back panel | Padded |
Gym / Sports Features | Laundry Pocket | Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate |
The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while The North Face's Route Rocket 16 Backpack is a Backpacking 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 Route Rocket 16 Backpack's capacity is 16L with a size of 9.88 x 6.25 x 18 inches. Constructed from Body 420D recycled nylon with carbonate PU finish and non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish / side panels 300D recycled polyester tarpaulin with non-PFC DWR finish it weighs 1lb 3oz pounds and is available in Black.