The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack vs The North Face Groundwork Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack and the The North Face Groundwork Backpack is that the Rapidus 30 Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the Groundwork Backpack does not.

The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack - Front View
The North Face Groundwork Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Rapidus 30 Backpack Groundwork Backpack
Category Ski Laptop
Sub Category Sports Everyday
Capacity (L) 30L
Dimensions (in) 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54
Fabric 10% nylon 600D Polyester
Color Bluebird / Turbulence Grey 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date June 18, 2019
Rating 5.0
Price Under $150 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
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 front zipped 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 Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Ice-axe carry with covered tip for secure and protected carry Elastic cord
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel Padded mesh back panel
Baby Features Insulated Pockets Insulated water bottle holder

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


The North Face's Rapidus 30 Backpack is a Ski backpack with Sports features while The North Face's Groundwork Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday 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 Groundwork Backpack's capacity is with a size of 21.3 x 15.51 x 3.54 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.