The main difference between the The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack and the The North Face 70 Guide Backpack is that the Route Rocket 16 Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the 70 Guide Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Route Rocket 16 Backpack | 70 Guide Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Drawstring | |
Sub Category | Sports | Commuter | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 9.88 x 6.25 x 18 | 21 x 13 x 6 | |
Weight (lb) | 1lb 3oz | 1.74 | |
Fabric | 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 | Leather | |
Color | Black | Carafe Green | |
Rating | 5 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Straight - adjustable strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Fold-over opening | |
External Pockets | Secure-zip top pocket | ||
Internal Compartments | Half-zip pocket | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Lash points on both sides | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded |
The North Face's Route Rocket 16 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Sports features while The North Face's 70 Guide Backpack is a Drawstring backpack with Commuter features.
The The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack has a capacity of 16L (liters), weighs 1lb 3oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 9.88 x 6.25 x 18. It's made of 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 and is available in Black in comparison the The North Face 70 Guide Backpack's capacity is with a size of 21 x 13 x 6 inches. Constructed from Leather it weighs 1.74 pounds and is available in Carafe Green.