The North Face Groundwork Backpack vs The North Face Recon Backpack

The North Face Groundwork Backpack Front View
The North Face Recon Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Groundwork Backpack Recon Backpack
Category Laptop Sports
Sub Category Everyday Running
Capacity (L) 30L
Dimensions (in) 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54 19.25 x 13 x 7
Weight (lb) 2
Fabric 600D Polyester Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish
Color 2 colors and patterns 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 12, 2012
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 2 zipped front pockets 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 Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
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
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded mesh back panel Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents

You're currently comparing the Groundwork Backpack by The North Face against the Recon Backpack by The North Face .


The North Face's Groundwork Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running 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 Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19.25 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.