The North Face Griffin Backpack vs The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Griffin Backpack and the The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack is that the Griffin Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellent) while the Rapidus 30 Backpack does not.

The North Face Griffin Backpack - Front View
The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Griffin Backpack Rapidus 30 Backpack
Category Outdoor Ski
Sub Category Travel Sports
Capacity (L) 65L 30L
Dimensions (in) 15.4 x 11 x 26.4
Weight (lb) 2
Fabric Nylon 10% nylon
Color Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black Bluebird / Turbulence Grey
Warranty Lifetime
Release Date June 18, 2019
Rating 3.8
Price Under $225 Under $150
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 U pulls
Main Compartment Access Wraparound J-zipper access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, 2 hip belt pocket 1 side crampon, 1 side skin, 1 insulated water bottle
Side Pockets 2 stretch side pockets 1 side slip-in pocket
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Detachable daypack Ice-axe carry with covered tip for secure and protected carry
Lightweight Lightweight
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
Baby Features Insulated Pockets Insulated water bottle holder
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Griffin Backpack by The North Face against the Rapidus 30 Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Rapidus 30 Backpack is a Ski backpack with Sports 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 Rapidus 30 Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of inches. Constructed from 10% nylon it weighs pounds and is available in Bluebird / Turbulence Grey.