The main difference between the The North Face Jester Backpack and the Briggs & Riley Rhapsody Essential Backpack is that the Jester Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap) while the Rhapsody Essential Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | Briggs & Riley |
Name | Jester Backpack | Rhapsody Essential Backpack | |
Category | Mens | Mens | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 27.5 | 15.9L | |
Dimensions (in) | 11 x 8.25 x 18.13 | 5.51 x 11.02 x 15.94 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.1 | 1.54 | |
Fabric | 100% Polyester | Lightweight micro weave nylon | |
Color | 40+ colors and patterns | Black | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | Briggs & Riley Unconditional Lifetime Guarantee | |
Release Date | August 1, 2011 | ||
Rating | 4.8 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $75 | Under $250 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Yoke built and flexible shoulder straps | Adjustable padded shoulder strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | ||
Zippers | Self-repairing YKK® RC zippers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | 1 zipped front pocket, and 1 zipped side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Multiple interior pockets | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Two webbing top handles | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Front elastic bungee system | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" | Padded laptop compartment fits up to 15" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | Front organizer pocket | |
Travel Features | Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Luggage sleeve | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel | Padded back panel |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents | ||
Anti Theft Features | Hidden Pocket | Hidden RFID blocking security pocket | |
RFID Blocking | RFID blocking security pocket |
The North Face 's Jester Backpack is a Mens backpack with Everyday features while Briggs & Riley's Rhapsody Essential Backpack is a Mens backpack with Everyday features.
The The North Face Jester Backpack has a capacity of 27.5 (liters), weighs 1.1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11 x 8.25 x 18.13. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 40+ colors and patterns in comparison the Briggs & Riley Rhapsody Essential Backpack's capacity is 15.9L with a size of 5.51 x 11.02 x 15.94 inches. Constructed from Lightweight micro weave nylon it weighs 1.54 pounds and is available in Black.
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