The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack vs The North Face Ruthsac Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Ruthsac Backpack does not.

The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
The North Face Ruthsac Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Explore Haulaback Backpack Ruthsac Backpack
Category Backpacking Commuter
Sub Category Hiking Daypack
Capacity (L) 43.5L 31.5L
Dimensions (in) 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 12 x 5.9 x 18.7
Weight (lb) 3.34
Fabric 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway.
Color Peak Purple/Tnf Black Brandy Brown/Root Brown
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 5 4.1
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest 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 Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials
Internal Compartments Laptop compartment Zippered laptop compartment
Side Pockets 2 zippered side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Four padded webbing handles Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Padded
Travel Features Base / Bottom Dedicated zip bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded flat back panel Padded back panel
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 Ruthsac Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack 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 Ruthsac Backpack's capacity is 31.5L with a size of 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. it weighs pounds and is available in Brandy Brown/Root Brown.