The main difference between the The North Face Recon Backpack and the The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack is that the Recon Backpack has Internal Compartments (Protective dedicated laptop compartment, Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve) while the Rapidus 30 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Recon Backpack | Rapidus 30 Backpack | |
Category | School | Ski | |
Sub Category | Laptop | Sports | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 6 x 6 x 2 | ||
Weight (lb) | 2 | ||
Fabric | 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | 10% nylon | |
Color | Cone Orange/Tnf Black | Bluebird / Turbulence Grey | |
Warranty | Lifetime | ||
Release Date | July 29, 2022 | June 18, 2019 | |
Rating | 4.8 | ||
Price | Under $150 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable articulated shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | Adjustable waist strap | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with U-pull zippers are easy to grab | Nylon zipper with U pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | ||
External Pockets | Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys. Two durable, external water bottle pockets can easily double as multi-use pockets with quick-draw smartphone access on one side. Two side compression webbing straps. Bottom compression. Webbing daisy chain offers lash points, stretch-mesh pocket, | 1 side crampon, 1 side skin, 1 insulated water bottle | |
Internal Compartments | Protective dedicated laptop compartment, Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve | ||
Side Pockets | 1 side slip-in pocket | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Comfortable, padded top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Ice-axe carry with covered tip for secure and protected carry | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | FlashDry back panel | |
Baby Features | Insulated Pockets | Insulated water bottle holder | |
Other Features | Other Features | Women-specific version available |
The North Face's Recon Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features while The North Face's Rapidus 30 Backpack is a Ski backpack with Sports features.
The The North Face Recon Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 6 x 6 x 2. It's made of 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish and is available in Cone Orange/Tnf Black in comparison the The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of inches. Constructed from 10% nylon it weighs pounds and is available in Bluebird / Turbulence Grey.
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