The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack vs The North Face Borealis Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack and the The North Face Borealis Backpack is that the Rapidus 30 Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with U pulls) while the Borealis Backpack does not.

The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack - Front View
The North Face Borealis Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Rapidus 30 Backpack Borealis Backpack
Category Ski Laptop
Sub Category Sports School
Capacity (L) 30L 28L
Dimensions (in) 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75
Weight (lb) 2
Fabric 10% nylon 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo
Color Bluebird / Turbulence Grey 30+ colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date June 18, 2019 December 11, 2013
Rating 4.8
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap Removable waist belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with U pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 side crampon, 1 side skin, 1 insulated water bottle 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets 1 side slip-in pocket Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Ice-axe carry with covered tip for secure and protected carry Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents
Baby Features Insulated Pockets Insulated water bottle holder

You're currently comparing the Rapidus 30 Backpack by The North Face against the Borealis Backpack by The North Face .


The North Face's Rapidus 30 Backpack is a Ski backpack with Sports features while The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.

The The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are . It's made of 10% nylon and is available in Bluebird / Turbulence Grey in comparison the The North Face Borealis Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 30+ colors and patterns .