The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack vs The North Face Recon Backpack
The main difference between the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the Hydra 26L Backpack has Main Compartment Access (Normal top two way zip access) while the Recon Backpack does not.
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| Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
| Name | Hydra 26L Backpack | Recon Backpack | |
| Category | Hiking | School | |
| Sub Category | Backpacking | Laptop | |
| Capacity (L) | 26L | 30L | |
| Dimensions (in) | 24 x 15 x 5 | 6 x 6 x 2 | |
| Weight (lb) | 2 | 2 | |
| Fabric | 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. | 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | |
| Color | Goblin Blue/Beta Blue | Cone Orange/Tnf Black | |
| Warranty | Lifetime | ||
| Release Date | July 29, 2022 | ||
| Rating | 1 | 4.8 | |
| Price | Under $150 | Under $150 | |
| General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | J shape - adjustable articulated shoulder straps |
| Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | |
| Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | Removable waist belt | |
| Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Nylon zipper with U-pull zippers are easy to grab | |
| Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | ||
| External Pockets | 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers | Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys. Two durable, external water bottle pockets can easily double as multi-use pockets with quick-draw smartphone access on one side. Two side compression webbing straps. Bottom compression. Webbing daisy chain offers lash points, stretch-mesh pocket, | |
| Internal Compartments | Protective dedicated laptop compartment, Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve | ||
| Side Pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | ||
| Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
| Handles | Top grab handle | Comfortable, padded top grab handle | |
| Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
| Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | FlashDry back panel | |
| Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Integrated hydration sleeve | |
| Other Features | Other Features | Women-specific version available | |
You're currently comparing the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face against the Recon Backpack by The North Face.
The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Recon Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop 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 Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 6 x 6 x 2 inches. Constructed from 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Cone Orange/Tnf Black.
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