The main difference between the The North Face Youth Mini Explorer Backpack and the The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack is that the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with metal pulls) while the Youth Recon Squash Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Youth Mini Explorer Backpack | Youth Recon Squash Backpack | |
Category | School | Childrens | |
Sub Category | Daypack | School | |
Capacity (L) | 10L | 17L | |
Dimensions (in) | 8.875 x 5.5 x 11.875 | 16 x 11.5 x 6 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.25 | 0.9 | |
Fabric | 600D recycled polyester with non-PFC Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish | 600D Polyester | |
Color | Acoustic Blue Triangle Camo Print/Acoustic Blue | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Hook-&-loop sternum straps | Breakaway sternum strap | |
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 | 2 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 | |
Loops and Attachments | Internal name label | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Comfortable stitched-foam back panel |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective bike-light loop | ||
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 Youth Recon Squash Backpack is a Childrens backpack with School 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 Youth Recon Squash Backpack's capacity is 17L with a size of 16 x 11.5 x 6 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 0.9 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.