The main difference between the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack and the The North Face Womens Recon Backpack is that the Hydra 26L Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Womens Recon Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Hydra 26L Backpack | Womens Recon Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Womens | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 24 x 15 x 5 | 19.25 x 13 x 7 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 2 | |
Fabric | 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. | Polyester and Nylon | |
Color | Goblin Blue/Beta Blue | 30+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Lifetime | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 1 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | Women-specific contoured shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | Removable waist belt | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers | 2 zipped front and 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Padded top handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment | |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | FlashDry back panel | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflectivity | ||
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 Womens Recon Backpack is a Womens 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 Womens Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19.25 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Polyester and Nylon it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 30+ colors and patterns .
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