The main difference between the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack and the The North Face Crestone Backpack is that the Hydra 26L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the Crestone Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Hydra 26L Backpack | Crestone Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Daypack | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 27.5L | |
Dimensions (in) | 24 x 15 x 5 | 18.13 x 11 x 8.25 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 1 | |
Fabric | 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. | ||
Color | Goblin Blue/Beta Blue | Mild Grey Heather/TNF Black | |
Warranty | Lifetime | ||
Rating | 1 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers | 2 side slip in pockets, 1 front zip pocket, Contrast embroidered The North Face logo on center top | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, simplified organization in front pocket, tablet sleeve and key fob | ||
Side Pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Two webbing top handles | |
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded and protective 15" laptop sleeve | |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | FlashDry back panel | Padded back panel |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Integrated hydration sleeve |
The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Crestone Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Outdoor 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 The North Face Crestone Backpack's capacity is 27.5L with a size of 18.13 x 11 x 8.25 inches. Constructed from it weighs 1 pounds and is available in Mild Grey Heather/TNF Black.
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