The main difference between the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-Repellent) while the Recon Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Youth Mini Explorer Backpack | Recon Backpack | |
Category | School | Sports | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Running | |
Capacity (L) | 10L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 | 19.25 x 13 x 7 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.25 | 2 | |
Fabric | 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish | Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish | |
Color | Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue | 20+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | July 12, 2012 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Hook-&-loop sternum straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-Repellent | ||
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 | 2 zipped front pockets 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 | Padded top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment | |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents | ||
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 Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running 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 Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19.25 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.