The main difference between the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack and the The North Face Base Camp Small Duffel is that the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Hook-&-loop sternum straps) while the Base Camp Small Duffel does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Youth Mini Explorer Backpack | Base Camp Small Duffel | |
Category | School | Travel | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 10L | 50L | |
Dimensions (in) | 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 | 13 x 21 x 13 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.25 | 2.0 | |
Fabric | 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish | 1000D Phthalate-Free, Recycled PVC | |
Color | Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | April 13, 2018 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $225 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Detachable, adjustable, alpine-cut shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Hook-&-loop sternum straps | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-Repellent | Non-PFC durable water-repellent | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | D-zip opening with a weather resistant flap | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top zipped flap access | Main compartment has a secure-zip mesh pocket and an end-cap mesh sleeve pocket for more organization | |
External Pockets | Metal snap pockets on the front, 2 side pockets | ||
Side Pockets | 2 slip in side pockets | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | No | |
Handles | Top grab nylon handle | Two padded side handles | |
Convertible | Yes | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | |
Youtube Video | Youtube Video Link | https://youtu.be/i1XfoxGmwQQ |
The North Face's Youth Mini Explorer Backpack is a School backpack with Daypack features while The North Face 's Base Camp Small Duffel is a Travel backpack with Outdoor features.
The The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack has a capacity of 10L (liters), weighs 0.25 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875. It's made of 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish and is available in Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue in comparison the The North Face Base Camp Small Duffel's capacity is 50L with a size of 13 x 21 x 13 inches. Constructed from 1000D Phthalate-Free, Recycled PVC it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.