The main difference between the The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack and the The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack is that the Rapidus 30 Backpack has Side Pockets (1 side slip-in pocket) while the Route Rocket 16 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Rapidus 30 Backpack | Route Rocket 16 Backpack | |
Category | Ski | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Sports | Sports | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | 16L | |
Dimensions (in) | 9.88 x 6.25 x 18 | ||
Weight (lb) | 1lb 3oz | ||
Fabric | 10% nylon | Body 420D recycled nylon with carbonate PU finish and non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish / side panels 300D recycled polyester tarpaulin with non-PFC DWR finish | |
Color | Bluebird / Turbulence Grey | Black | |
Warranty | Lifetime | ||
Release Date | June 18, 2019 | ||
Price | Under $150 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | Adjustable waist strap | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with U pulls | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 1 side crampon, 1 side skin, 1 insulated water bottle | Secure-zip top pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Half-zip pocket | ||
Side Pockets | 1 side slip-in pocket | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Ice-axe carry with covered tip for secure and protected carry | Lash points on both sides | |
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | FlashDry back panel | Padded |
Baby Features | Insulated Pockets | Insulated water bottle holder |
The North Face's Rapidus 30 Backpack is a Ski backpack with Sports features while The North Face's Route Rocket 16 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Sports 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 Route Rocket 16 Backpack's capacity is 16L with a size of 9.88 x 6.25 x 18 inches. Constructed from Body 420D recycled nylon with carbonate PU finish and non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish / side panels 300D recycled polyester tarpaulin with non-PFC DWR finish it weighs 1lb 3oz pounds and is available in Black.