The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the TOPSKY Sports Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Handles (Four padded webbing handles) while the Internal Frame Hiking Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | TOPSKY Sports |
Name | Explore Haulaback Backpack | Internal Frame Hiking Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 43.5L | 70L | |
Dimensions (in) | 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 | 11.81 x 11.81 x 29.53 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.34 | 4.4 | |
Fabric | 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish | 100% Nylon | |
Color | Peak Purple/Tnf Black | Cyan, Green, Orange | |
Warranty | Lifetime | TOPSKY Sports Warranty | |
Release Date | October 19, 2015 | ||
Rating | 5 | 4.3 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Deep and dense padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Adjustable sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Waterproof material | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | SBS zipper | |
Main Compartment Access | Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access | Drawstring access with top floating lid | |
External Pockets | 1 bottom pocket, 2 hip belt pockets, and 2 side pockets | ||
Internal Compartments | Laptop compartment | Main compartment have dividers and hydration bladder compartment with external access | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Four padded webbing handles | ||
Loops and Attachments | D-shape hook, daisy chains, bottom loops, soft latching loops, and water pipe | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Expandable | The top can expand the pack and increase the capacity by 10 liters | ||
Rear Loading Straps | Yes | ||
Base / Bottom | Dedicated zip bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded flat back panel | |
Rain Cover | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | 2 hip belt pockets | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective strip design | ||
Gym / Sports Features | Laundry Pocket | Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate | |
Shoe Compartment | Bottom compartment for shoes or sleeping bag | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes |
The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while TOPSKY Sports 's Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor 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 TOPSKY Sports Internal Frame Hiking Backpack 's capacity is 70L with a size of 11.81 x 11.81 x 29.53 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs 4.4 pounds and is available in Cyan, Green, Orange .
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