The main difference between the The North Face Recon Backpack and the Osprey Duro 1.5 Mens Running Vest Pack is that the Recon Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable waist belt) while the Duro 1.5 Mens Running Vest Pack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | Osprey |
Name | Recon Backpack | Duro 1.5 Mens Running Vest Pack | |
Category | Sports | Sports | |
Sub Category | Running | Running | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | 1.5L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19.25 x 13 x 7 | 16.5 x 9.8 x 2.8 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 0.6 | |
Fabric | Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish | 70D x 140D Nylon Triangle Ripstop | |
Color | 20+ colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | July 12, 2012 | November 16, 2018 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps | Body fit mesh shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Removable dual chest straps | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Top zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | 1 zipped front pocket, 2 vertical zipped pocket, and 4 stretch mesh pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Internal reservoir sleeve | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Padded top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys | Tuckaway safety whistle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment | |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel | |
Trekking Pole Holders | Trekking pole attachment | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Includes Osprey Hydraulics® 1.5 LT reservoir with QuickConnect and sternum strap magnet for bite valve | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes |
The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running features while Osprey 's Duro 1.5 Mens Running Vest Pack is a Sports backpack with Running features.
The The North Face Recon Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.25 x 13 x 7. It's made of Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish and is available in 20+ colors and patterns in comparison the Osprey Duro 1.5 Mens Running Vest Pack's capacity is 1.5L with a size of 16.5 x 9.8 x 2.8 inches. Constructed from 70D x 140D Nylon Triangle Ripstop it weighs 0.6 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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