The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack vs TETON Sports Scout 3400 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack and the TETON Sports Scout 3400 Backpack is that the Hydra 26L Backpack has Handles (Top grab handle) while the Scout 3400 Backpack does not.

The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
TETON Sports Scout 3400 Backpack
Specs Brand The North Face TETON Sports
Name Hydra 26L Backpack Scout 3400 Backpack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Backpacking Travel
Capacity (L) 26L 55L
Dimensions (in) 24 x 15 x 5 30 x 17 x 12
Weight (lb) 2 4.4
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 4 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty
Release Date November 5, 2008
Rating 1 4.7
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable 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 access
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers front mesh pocket, 1 bottom zipped pocket and 4 side pockets
Internal Compartments Large capacity with multi-pockets and compartments
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front elastic cord, D-rings, and gear loops
Lightweight Lightweight
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Rear Loading Straps Bottom loading straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel Padded lumbar and back panel
Rain Cover Rainfly included
Internal / External Frame Internal Frame
Adjustable Length Torso Multi-position torso adjustments
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 3L water bladder
Hydration Compatible Integrated hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face against the Scout 3400 Backpack by TETON Sports.


The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while TETON Sports's Scout 3400 Backpack 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 TETON Sports Scout 3400 Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 30 x 17 x 12 inches. Constructed from Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell it weighs 4.4 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns .