The North Face Griffin 75 Backpack vs TETON Sports Hiker 3700 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Griffin 75 Backpack and the TETON Sports Hiker 3700 Backpack is that the Griffin 75 Backpack has Zippers (Wraparound J-zip) while the Hiker 3700 Backpack does not.

The North Face Griffin 75 Backpack - Front View
TETON Sports Hiker 3700 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face TETON Sports
Name Griffin 75 Backpack Hiker 3700 Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Backpacking
Capacity (L) S/M - 69L / L/XL - 74L 60L
Dimensions (in) S/M - 16.1 x 11.8 x 24.8 / L/XL - 16.1 x 11.8 x 26.4 33 x 15.5 x 12.5
Weight (lb) S/M - 5 lbs 8.9 oz / L/XL - 5 lbs 11.7 oz 4.0
Fabric Body 210D IronLite™ nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish / boot 420D IronLite™ nylon with non-PFC DWR finish 420D 2MM Squared Double-Line Ripstop / 600D PU
Color Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black 3 colors and patterns
Warranty TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.4 4.7
Price Under $700 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Contoured shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle Sternum strap with whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Molded hipbelt features two full pockets Thick padded waist belt
Zippers Wraparound J-zip
Main Compartment Access Flap with buckle top access Top loading access
External Pockets Front power-mesh pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers 2 zipped front pockets, sleeping bag compartment, and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Reflective webbing Gear ties
Lightweight Lightweight IronLite™
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry™ back panel Padded lumbar support
Rain Cover Integrated rain cover
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Internal frame
Adjustable Length Torso Sliding tension torso adjustment
Hip Belt Pockets Molded hipbelt features two full pockets
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 3L water bladder
Hydration Compatible Yes
Other Features Other Features The patent-pending Dyno Carry System™ allows you to adjust the back panel without taking off the pack

You're currently comparing the Griffin 75 Backpack by The North Face against the Hiker 3700 Backpack by TETON Sports .


The North Face's Griffin 75 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while TETON Sports 's Hiker 3700 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking 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 TETON Sports Hiker 3700 Backpack's capacity is 60L with a size of 33 x 15.5 x 12.5 inches. Constructed from 420D 2MM Squared Double-Line Ripstop / 600D PU it weighs 4.0 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.