The main difference between the The North Face Griffin 75 Backpack and the Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack is that the Griffin 75 Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Reflective webbing) while the 40L Hiking Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | Mountaintop |
Name | Griffin 75 Backpack | 40L Hiking Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | S/M - 69L / L/XL - 74L | 40L | |
Dimensions (in) | S/M - 16.1 x 11.8 x 24.8 / L/XL - 16.1 x 11.8 x 26.4 | 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 | |
Weight (lb) | S/M - 5 lbs 8.9 oz / L/XL - 5 lbs 11.7 oz | 2.1 | |
Fabric | Body 210D IronLite™ nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish / boot 420D IronLite™ nylon with non-PFC DWR finish | Polyester | |
Color | Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black | 20+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Mountaintop Warranty | ||
Release Date | August 1, 2016 | ||
Rating | 4.4 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $700 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | S-curve sponge padded shoulder strap | |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | Elastic chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Molded hipbelt features two full pockets | Adjustable waist belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | ||
Zippers | Wraparound J-zip | YKK zippers | |
Main Compartment Access | Flap with buckle top access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Front power-mesh pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers | Zipped top, middle and bottom pockets plus two side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Spacious main compartment with pockets | ||
Side Pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle or umbrella | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Reflective webbing | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight IronLite™ | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop pocket fits up to 17" | |
Tablet Sleeve | Separate tablet pocket | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | 40.2 linear inches carry on size compliant | |
Compression Straps | External compression straps | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | FlashDry™ back panel | Breathable padded back panel |
Rain Cover | Rain cover included | ||
Ventilated Back | Air diversion back system | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Molded hipbelt features two full pockets | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Hiking pole attachment | ||
Gym / Sports Features | Shoe Compartment | Bottom compartment for shoes | |
Other Features | Other Features | The patent-pending Dyno Carry System™ allows you to adjust the back panel without taking off the pack |
The North Face's Griffin 75 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Mountaintop 's 40L Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features.
The The North Face Griffin 75 Backpack has a capacity of S/M - 69L / L/XL - 74L (liters), weighs S/M - 5 lbs 8.9 oz / L/XL - 5 lbs 11.7 oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are S/M - 16.1 x 11.8 x 24.8 / L/XL - 16.1 x 11.8 x 26.4. It's made of Body 210D IronLite™ nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish / boot 420D IronLite™ nylon with non-PFC DWR finish and is available in Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black in comparison the Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 2.1 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.
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