The North Face Recon Backpack vs Ultimate Direction Race Vesta 5.0

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.

The North Face Recon Backpack Front View
Ultimate Direction Race Vesta 5.0 Front View
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

You're currently comparing the Recon Backpack by The North Face against the Race Vesta 5.0 by Ultimate Direction .


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.