The main difference between the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack and the The North Face Women's Surge Backpack is that the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with metal pulls) while the Women's Surge Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Youth Mini Explorer Backpack | Women's Surge Backpack | |
Category | School | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 10L | 31L | |
Dimensions (in) | 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 | 12 x 7 x 20 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.25 | 2.7 | |
Fabric | 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish | 600D Polyester | |
Color | Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue | 15+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Articulated 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 | 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 front pocket 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 handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Webbing daisy chain | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop compartment | |
Organizer Pocket | Front pocket with internal organization | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Rounded back panel |
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 Women's Surge Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday 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 Women's Surge Backpack's capacity is 31L with a size of 12 x 7 x 20 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in 15+ colors and patterns.