The main difference between the The North Face Griffin Backpack and the The North Face Basin 24 Backpack is that the Griffin Backpack has Compression Straps (External compression straps) while the Basin 24 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Griffin Backpack | Basin 24 Backpack | |
Category | Outdoor | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 65L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 15.4 x 11 x 26.4 | 11 x 6.7 x 19.7 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 1.7 | |
Fabric | Nylon | Recycled nylon ripstop | |
Color | Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black | Banff Blue - Aviator Navy | |
Rating | 3.8 | ||
Price | Under $225 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded adjustable shoulder strap | Padded adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Pivoting hip belt | Adjustable hip belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellent | Water repellent | |
Zippers | 2 way string zipper holder | ||
Main Compartment Access | Wraparound J-zipper access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, 2 hip belt pocket | External stash pockets, water bottle pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Large main compartment | ||
Side Pockets | 2 stretch side pockets | 2 side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Web haul handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Detachable daypack | Two-point trekking-pole attachment | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | 1 laptop sleeve | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded adjustable back panel | Padded back panel |
Rain Cover | Concealed rain cover | ||
Load Lifters | Adjustable load lifters | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | 2 hip belt pockets | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Detachable flip-forward top lid | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Minimal two-point trekking-pole attachment to hold poles | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective webbing | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Hydration sleeve | Hydration sleeve |
The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Basin 24 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor 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 The North Face Basin 24 Backpack's capacity is with a size of 11 x 6.7 x 19.7 inches. Constructed from Recycled nylon ripstop it weighs 1.7 pounds and is available in Banff Blue - Aviator Navy.
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