The main difference between the The North Face Groundwork Backpack and the The North Face Borealis Backpack is that the Groundwork Backpack has Back Panel (Padded mesh back panel) while the Borealis Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Groundwork Backpack | Borealis Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Everyday | School | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54 | 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | ||
Fabric | 600D Polyester | 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | 30+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | December 11, 2013 | ||
Rating | 5.0 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pockets | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Padded top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Elastic cord | Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded mesh back panel | |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents |
The North Face's Groundwork Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.
The The North Face Groundwork Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54. It's made of 600D Polyester and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Borealis Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 30+ colors and patterns .
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