The main difference between the The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack and the The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack is that the Route Rocket 16 Backpack has Internal Compartments (Half-zip pocket) while the Alamere 24 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Route Rocket 16 Backpack | Alamere 24 Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Sports | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 18L | |
Dimensions (in) | 9.88 x 6.25 x 18 | ||
Weight (lb) | 1lb 3oz | 1lb 7oz | |
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 | Nylon | |
Color | Black | Vintage White/Horizon Red | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Padded adjustable shoulder straps with multiple clasps to keep it in place. |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | Adjustable waist strap | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Secure-zip top pocket | Front zipper pockets for other essentials, | |
Internal Compartments | Half-zip pocket | ||
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Lash points on both sides | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded |
The North Face's Route Rocket 16 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Sports features while The North Face's Alamere 24 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking 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 Alamere 24 Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 1lb 7oz pounds and is available in Vintage White/Horizon Red.