The main difference between the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack and the Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 is that the Hydra 26L Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Farpoint Trek 55 does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | Osprey |
Name | Hydra 26L Backpack | Farpoint Trek 55 | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 55L | |
Dimensions (in) | 24 x 15 x 5 | 25 x 13 x 12 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 3.9 | |
Fabric | 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. | 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop | |
Color | Goblin Blue/Beta Blue | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Lifetime | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 18, 2010 | ||
Rating | 1 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | Padded hip belts | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Large panel zip access | |
External Pockets | 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers | Heat-embossed scratch-free zippered slash pocket, detachable daypack | |
Internal Compartments | Internal front flap zippered mesh pocket | ||
Side Pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Padded top and side handles | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Lockable laptop and tablet compartment | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Internal and external compression straps | |
Stowable Straps | Stowaway backpanel, harness and hipbelt with zippered rear flap | ||
Rear Loading Straps | Yes | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | FlashDry back panel | Smooth mesh covered atilon foam back panel |
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal 3.5mm lightWire peripheral frame | ||
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable sliders on main compartment zipper | |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Integrated hydration sleeve |
The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while Osprey 's Farpoint Trek 55 is a Hiking backpack with Travel features.
The The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 24 x 15 x 5. It's made of 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue in comparison the Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 's capacity is 55L with a size of 25 x 13 x 12 inches. Constructed from 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop it weighs 3.9 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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