The main difference between the The North Face Flyweight Pack and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the Flyweight Pack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellant finish) while the Recon Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Flyweight Pack | Recon Backpack | |
Category | Daypack | Sports | |
Sub Category | Travel | Running | |
Capacity (L) | 17L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17 x 10.5 x 7.5 | 19.25 x 13 x 7 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.4 | 2 | |
Fabric | Nylon With Cordura | Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish | |
Color | 4 colors and patterns | 20+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | July 13, 2019 | July 12, 2012 | |
Rating | 4.4 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Breathable-mesh shoulder straps | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant finish | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped back pocket, 1 front and 2 side pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Padded top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment | |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Packable / Foldable | Easily packs into its own secure-zip pocket | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel | |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents |
The North Face 's Flyweight Pack is a Daypack backpack with Travel features while The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running features.
The The North Face Flyweight Pack has a capacity of 17L (liters), weighs 0.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17 x 10.5 x 7.5. It's made of Nylon With Cordura and is available in 4 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19.25 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.
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