The main difference between the The North Face Proprius 50 Backpack and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the Proprius 50 Backpack has Main Compartment Access (Flap with buckle) while the Recon Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Proprius 50 Backpack | Recon Backpack | |
Category | Ski | School | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 50L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 6 x 6 x 2 | ||
Weight (lb) | 2.84 | 2 | |
Fabric | 70D nylon | 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | |
Color | Cone Orange/Tnf Black | ||
Warranty | Lifetime | ||
Release Date | July 29, 2022 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | J shape - adjustable articulated shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | Removable waist belt | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | Nylon zipper with U-pull zippers are easy to grab | |
Main Compartment Access | Flap with buckle | ||
External Pockets | Insulated water bottle Ice-axe carry with covered tip Detachable top lid | Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys. Two durable, external water bottle pockets can easily double as multi-use pockets with quick-draw smartphone access on one side. Two side compression webbing straps. Bottom compression. Webbing daisy chain offers lash points, stretch-mesh pocket, | |
Internal Compartments | Protective dedicated laptop compartment, Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Comfortable, padded top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Ski carry | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | FlashDry back panel | |
Other Features | Other Features | Women-specific version available |
The North Face's Proprius 50 Backpack is a Ski backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Recon Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features.
The The North Face Proprius 50 Backpack has a capacity of 50L (liters), weighs 2.84 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are . It's made of 70D nylon and is available in in comparison the The North Face Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 6 x 6 x 2 inches. Constructed from 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Cone Orange/Tnf Black.