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 Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Router Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Explore Haulaback Backpack | Router Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | School | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 43.5L | 40L | |
Dimensions (in) | 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 | 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.34 | 3.3 | |
Fabric | 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish | 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop | |
Color | Peak Purple/Tnf Black | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Lifetime | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 5 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $175 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant finish | ||
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 handle and front haul handle | |
Loops and Attachments | 360 degree reflective bike-light loop | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 17" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded fleece-lined tablet sleeve | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Base / Bottom | Dedicated zip bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded flat back panel | The FlexVent™ suspension system |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective details | ||
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 School backpack with Laptop 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 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 inches. Constructed from 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.
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