The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the The North Face Womens Vault Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Womens Vault Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Explore Haulaback Backpack | Womens Vault Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Womens | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 43.5L | 28L | |
Dimensions (in) | 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 | 19.25 x 13.25 x 7.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.34 | 1 | |
Fabric | 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish | 1200D Polyester | |
Color | Peak Purple/Tnf Black | 30+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Lifetime | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 5 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Women-specific contoured shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
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 pokcets | ||
Internal Compartments | Laptop compartment | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Four padded webbing handles | Padded top haul handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | Floating padded sleeve fits up to 15" laptop |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Dedicated zip bottom | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded flat back panel | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel |
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflectivity | ||
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 Womens Vault Backpack is a Womens 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 Womens Vault Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 19.25 x 13.25 x 7.5 inches. Constructed from 1200D Polyester it weighs 1 pounds and is available in 30+ colors and patterns .
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