The main difference between the The North Face Griffin Backpack and the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack is that the Griffin Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with a whistle buckle) while the Ruthsac Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Griffin Backpack | Ruthsac Backpack | |
Category | Outdoor | Commuter | |
Sub Category | Travel | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 65L | 31.5L | |
Dimensions (in) | 15.4 x 11 x 26.4 | 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | ||
Fabric | Nylon | 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. | |
Color | Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black | Brandy Brown/Root Brown | |
Rating | 3.8 | 4.1 | |
Price | Under $225 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded adjustable shoulder strap | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Pivoting hip belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellent | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string 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 | Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials | |
Internal Compartments | Zippered laptop compartment | ||
Side Pockets | 2 stretch side pockets | 2 zippered side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Detachable daypack | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded adjustable back panel | Padded 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 |
The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack 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 Ruthsac Backpack's capacity is 31.5L with a size of 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. it weighs pounds and is available in Brandy Brown/Root Brown.
Click image to compare, or description to view product.
Click image to compare, or description to view product.