The main difference between the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack and the The North Face Flyweight Pack is that the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Hook-&-loop sternum straps) while the Flyweight Pack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Youth Mini Explorer Backpack | Flyweight Pack | |
Category | School | Daypack | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 10L | 17L | |
Dimensions (in) | 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 | 17 x 10.5 x 7.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.25 | 0.4 | |
Fabric | 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish | Nylon With Cordura | |
Color | Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | July 13, 2019 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 4.4 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Breathable-mesh shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Hook-&-loop sternum straps | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-Repellent | Water repellant finish | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top zipped flap access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Metal snap pockets on the front, 2 side pockets | 1 zipped back pocket, 1 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 nylon handle | Top grab handle | |
Travel Features | Packable / Foldable | Easily packs into its own secure-zip pocket | |
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 Flyweight Pack is a Daypack backpack with Travel 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 Flyweight Pack's capacity is 17L with a size of 17 x 10.5 x 7.5 inches. Constructed from Nylon With Cordura it weighs 0.4 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.