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.
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 |
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.