The main difference between the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack and the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack is that the Hydra 26L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Hydra 26L Backpack | Youth Mini Explorer Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | School | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 10L | |
Dimensions (in) | 24 x 15 x 5 | 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 0.25 | |
Fabric | 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. | 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish | |
Color | Goblin Blue/Beta Blue | Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue | |
Warranty | Lifetime | ||
Rating | 1 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Hook-&-loop sternum straps | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-Repellent | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top zipped flap access | |
External Pockets | 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers | Metal snap pockets on the front, 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | 2 slip in side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab nylon handle | |
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | FlashDry back panel | Padded |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Integrated hydration sleeve | |
Youtube Video | Youtube Video Link | https://youtu.be/i1XfoxGmwQQ |
The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Youth Mini Explorer Backpack is a School backpack with Daypack 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 Youth Mini Explorer Backpack's capacity is 10L with a size of 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 inches. Constructed from 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish it weighs 0.25 pounds and is available in Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue.