The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Laptop Sleeve (Padded) while the Youth Recon Squash Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Explore Haulaback Backpack | Youth Recon Squash Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | School | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Childrens | |
Capacity (L) | 43.5L | 17L | |
Dimensions (in) | 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 | 16 x 11.25 x 6 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.34 | 0.98 | |
Fabric | 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish | 600D Polyester | |
Color | Peak Purple/Tnf Black | C4V-TNF BLACK/HIGH RISE GREY | |
Warranty | Lifetime | ||
Rating | 5 | 4.4 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Breakaway sternum straps designed specifically for kids | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Nylon zipper with plastic pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Front zippered pocket, mesh water bottle pockets, front mesh drop pocket | ||
Internal Compartments | Laptop compartment | Large main compartment that can hold 9.5" x 12" folders, zippered pocket, mesh pockets | |
Side Pockets | 2 side mesh pockets | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Four padded webbing handles | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Reflective bike-light loop | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Dedicated zip bottom | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded flat back panel | Comfortable, stitched-foam 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 Youth Recon Squash Backpack is a School backpack with Childrens 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 Youth Recon Squash Backpack's capacity is 17L with a size of 16 x 11.25 x 6 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 0.98 pounds and is available in C4V-TNF BLACK/HIGH RISE GREY.
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