The North Face Griffin Backpack vs The North Face Proprius 50 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Griffin Backpack and the The North Face Proprius 50 Backpack is that the Griffin Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellent) while the Proprius 50 Backpack does not.

The North Face Griffin Backpack - Front View
The North Face Proprius 50 Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Griffin Backpack Proprius 50 Backpack
Category Outdoor Ski
Sub Category Travel Backpacking
Capacity (L) 65L 50L
Dimensions (in) 15.4 x 11 x 26.4
Weight (lb) 2 2.84
Fabric Nylon 70D nylon
Color Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 3.8 4.5
Price Under $225 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded adjustable shoulder strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Pivoting hip belt Adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Wraparound J-zipper access Flap with buckle
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, 2 hip belt pocket Insulated water bottle Ice-axe carry with covered tip Detachable top lid
Side Pockets 2 stretch side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Detachable daypack Ski carry
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded adjustable back panel FlashDry back panel
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

You're currently comparing the Griffin Backpack by The North Face against the Proprius 50 Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Proprius 50 Backpack is a Ski backpack with Backpacking 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 Proprius 50 Backpack's capacity is 50L with a size of inches. Constructed from 70D nylon it weighs 2.84 pounds and is available in .