The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack vs The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack and the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack is that the Route Rocket 16 Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the Explore Haulaback Backpack does not.

The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack - Front View
The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Route Rocket 16 Backpack Explore Haulaback Backpack
Category Backpacking Backpacking
Sub Category Sports Hiking
Capacity (L) 16L 43.5L
Dimensions (in) 9.88 x 6.25 x 18 1.5 x 11 x 23.5
Weight (lb) 1lb 3oz 3.34
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 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish
Color Black Peak Purple/Tnf Black
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 5
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / 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 Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access
External Pockets Secure-zip top pocket
Internal Compartments Half-zip pocket Laptop compartment
Handles Top grab handle Four padded webbing handles
Loops and Attachments Lash points on both sides
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Base / Bottom Dedicated zip bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded flat back panel
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate

You're currently comparing the Route Rocket 16 Backpack by The North Face against the Explore Haulaback Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Route Rocket 16 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Sports features while The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking 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 Explore Haulaback Backpack's capacity is 43.5L with a size of 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 inches. Constructed from 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish it weighs 3.34 pounds and is available in Peak Purple/Tnf Black.