The main difference between the The North Face Griffin Backpack and the The North Face Women's Surge Backpack is that the Griffin Backpack has Compression Straps (External compression straps) while the Women's Surge Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Griffin Backpack | Women's Surge Backpack | |
Category | Outdoor | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 65L | 31L | |
Dimensions (in) | 15.4 x 11 x 26.4 | 12 x 7 x 20 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 2.7 | |
Fabric | Nylon | 600D Polyester | |
Color | Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black | 15+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 3.8 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $225 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded adjustable shoulder strap | Articulated shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Pivoting hip belt | Removable waist belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellent | Water repellant finish | |
Main Compartment Access | Wraparound J-zipper access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, 2 hip belt pocket | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | 2 stretch side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Padded top handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Detachable daypack | Webbing daisy chain | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop compartment | |
Organizer Pocket | Front pocket with internal organization | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded adjustable back panel | Rounded 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 Women's Surge Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday 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 Women's Surge Backpack's capacity is 31L with a size of 12 x 7 x 20 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in 15+ colors and patterns.
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