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.
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 |
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.
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