The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack vs TETON Sports Fox 5200 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack and the TETON Sports Fox 5200 Backpack is that the Hydra 26L Backpack has Lightweight (Lightweight) while the Fox 5200 Backpack does not.

The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
TETON Sports Fox 5200 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face TETON Sports
Name Hydra 26L Backpack Fox 5200 Backpack
Category Hiking Backpacking
Sub Category Backpacking Hiking
Capacity (L) 26L 85L
Dimensions (in) 24 x 15 x 5 34 x 16 x 1
Weight (lb) 2 5.5
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell
Color Goblin Blue/Beta Blue 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 1, 2006
Rating 1 4.6
Price Under $150 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Contoured, padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Weather-guard zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Top loading access
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers 1 zipped top pocket, zipped side pockets and sleeping bag compartment
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Bungee storage, gear ties, webbing loops and D-rings
Lightweight Lightweight
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel Open-cell foam lumbar pad and molded channels
Rain Cover Rainfly included
Internal / External Frame Internal frame
Adjustable Length Torso Multi-position adjustable torso adjustments
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 3L water bladder
Hydration Compatible Integrated hydration sleeve Yes

You're currently comparing the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face against the Fox 5200 Backpack by TETON Sports .


The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while TETON Sports 's Fox 5200 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking 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 TETON Sports Fox 5200 Backpack's capacity is 85L with a size of 34 x 16 x 1 inches. Constructed from Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell it weighs 5.5 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.