The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack vs The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack and the The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack is that the Hydra 26L Backpack has Side Pockets (2 slip-in side pockets) while the Route Rocket 16 Backpack does not.

The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Hydra 26L Backpack Route Rocket 16 Backpack
Category Hiking Backpacking
Sub Category Backpacking Sports
Capacity (L) 26L 16L
Dimensions (in) 24 x 15 x 5 9.88 x 6.25 x 18
Weight (lb) 2 1lb 3oz
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. Body 420D recycled nylon with carbonate PU finish and non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish / side panels 300D recycled polyester tarpaulin with non-PFC DWR finish
Color Goblin Blue/Beta Blue Black
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 1
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with string 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 Secure-zip top pocket
Internal Compartments Half-zip pocket
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Lash points on both sides
Lightweight Lightweight
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel Padded
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Integrated hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face against the Route Rocket 16 Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Route Rocket 16 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Sports 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 Route Rocket 16 Backpack's capacity is 16L with a size of 9.88 x 6.25 x 18 inches. Constructed from Body 420D recycled nylon with carbonate PU finish and non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish / side panels 300D recycled polyester tarpaulin with non-PFC DWR finish it weighs 1lb 3oz pounds and is available in Black.