The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack vs The North Face Recon Backpack

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

The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack - Front View
The North Face Recon Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Rapidus 30 Backpack Recon Backpack
Category Ski Sports
Sub Category Sports Running
Capacity (L) 30L 30L
Dimensions (in) 19.25 x 13 x 7
Weight (lb) 2
Fabric 10% nylon Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish
Color Bluebird / Turbulence Grey 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date June 18, 2019 July 12, 2012
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 2 zipped front pockets 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 Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar 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 Recon Backpack by The North Face .


The North Face's Rapidus 30 Backpack is a Ski backpack with Sports features while The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running 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 Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19.25 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.