The main difference between the The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack and the The North Face Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack is that the Route Rocket 16 Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Route Rocket 16 Backpack | Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Womens | |
Sub Category | Sports | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 22L | |
Dimensions (in) | 9.88 x 6.25 x 18 | 18.5 x 5.7 x 16.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 1lb 3oz | 1.0 | |
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 | 210D Recycled Nylon Ripstop | |
Color | Black | 7 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.6 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Adjustable shoulder straps |
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 | Top zipped access | |
External Pockets | Secure-zip top pocket | 1 zipped front pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Half-zip pocket | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Lash points on both sides | Side elastic cords | |
Convertible | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 13" | |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet sleeve | ||
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 Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack is a Womens backpack with Laptop 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 Borealis Laptop Tote Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of 18.5 x 5.7 x 16.5 inches. Constructed from 210D Recycled Nylon Ripstop it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 7 colors and patterns.