The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Laundry Pocket (Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate) while the Router Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Explore Haulaback Backpack | Router Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Commuter | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 43.5L | 40L | |
Dimensions (in) | 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 | 12.5 x 9 x 21 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.34 | 2 | |
Fabric | 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish | 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | |
Color | Peak Purple/Tnf Black | Meld Grey/Tnf Black | |
Warranty | Lifetime | ||
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 5 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps |
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 | U-pull zippers | |
Main Compartment Access | Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization | ||
Internal Compartments | Laptop compartment | Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Four padded webbing handles | Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) |
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Dedicated zip bottom | Bottom compression |
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 Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday 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 Router Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 12.5 x 9 x 21 inches. Constructed from 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Meld Grey/Tnf Black.
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