The main difference between the The North Face Griffin Backpack and the Eagle Creek Packable Backpack is that the Griffin Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with a whistle buckle) while the Packable Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | Eagle Creek |
Name | Griffin Backpack | Packable Backpack | |
Category | Outdoor | Outdoor | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 65L | 20 L | |
Dimensions (in) | 15.4 x 11 x 26.4 | 10.3 x 18.5 x 5.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 0.37 | |
Fabric | Nylon | Recycled poly ripstop | |
Color | Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black | Arctic seagreen | |
Warranty | Lifetime | ||
Rating | 3.8 | ||
Price | Under $225 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded adjustable shoulder strap | Straight breathable mesh shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Pivoting hip belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellent | ||
Zippers | Nylon | ||
Main Compartment Access | Wraparound J-zipper access | Top zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, 2 hip belt pocket | 1 zipped side pocket, 1 slip side pocket | |
Side Pockets | 2 stretch side pockets | 1 side zipped pocket, 1 side slip pocket | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Detachable daypack | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded adjustable back panel | Padded |
Load Lifters | Adjustable load lifters | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | 2 hip belt pockets | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Detachable flip-forward top lid | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective webbing | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Hydration sleeve |
The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel features while Eagle Creek's Packable Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel features.
The The North Face Griffin Backpack has a capacity of 65L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 15.4 x 11 x 26.4. It's made of Nylon and is available in Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black in comparison the Eagle Creek Packable Backpack's capacity is 20 L with a size of 10.3 x 18.5 x 5.5 inches. Constructed from Recycled poly ripstop it weighs 0.37 pounds and is available in Arctic seagreen.
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