The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the The North Face Women's Surge Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Women's Surge Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Explore Haulaback Backpack | Women's Surge Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 43.5L | 31L | |
Dimensions (in) | 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 | 12 x 7 x 20 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.34 | 2.7 | |
Fabric | 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish | 600D Polyester | |
Color | Peak Purple/Tnf Black | 15+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Lifetime | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 5 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Articulated 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 | 1 zipped front pocket 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 | |
Loops and Attachments | Webbing daisy chain | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | Padded laptop compartment |
Organizer Pocket | Front pocket with internal organization | ||
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Dedicated zip bottom | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded flat back panel | Rounded 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 Women's Surge Backpack is a Laptop 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 Women's Surge Backpack's capacity is 31L with a size of 12 x 7 x 20 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in 15+ colors and patterns.
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