The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack vs The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack

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.

The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack - Front View
The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack - Front View
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

You're currently comparing the Rapidus 30 Backpack by The North Face against the Route Rocket 16 Backpack by The North Face.


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.