The main difference between the The North Face Recon Backpack and the Ultimate Direction Race Vesta 5.0 is that the Recon Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable waist belt) while the Race Vesta 5.0 does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | Ultimate Direction |
Name | Recon Backpack | Race Vesta 5.0 | |
Category | Sports | Sports | |
Sub Category | Running | Running | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | 8.1L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19.25 x 13 x 7 | 15.25 x 11 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 0.7 | |
Fabric | Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish | Flex Mono Mesh, MicroMono Mesh, 20D Nylon Sil, Nylon/elastane with Ripstop | |
Color | 20+ colors and patterns | Cloud | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | Ultimate Direction 1 Year Warranty | |
Release Date | July 12, 2012 | July 19, 2019 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $125 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps | Shoulder strap shaping |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Hook and loop sternum adjustability | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Top access | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | Front stretch mesh pocket, hydration pocket and bottle pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Yes | |
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 | Bungee straps | |
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 | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel | |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 2L hydration bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes |
The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running features while Ultimate Direction 's Race Vesta 5.0 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 Ultimate Direction Race Vesta 5.0's capacity is 8.1L with a size of 15.25 x 11 inches. Constructed from Flex Mono Mesh, MicroMono Mesh, 20D Nylon Sil, Nylon/elastane with Ripstop it weighs 0.7 pounds and is available in Cloud.
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