The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack vs The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Route Rocket 16 Backpack has Internal Compartments (Half-zip pocket) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.

The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack - Front View
The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Route Rocket 16 Backpack Hydra 26L Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Sports Backpacking
Capacity (L) 16L 26L
Dimensions (in) 9.88 x 6.25 x 18 24 x 15 x 5
Weight (lb) 1lb 3oz 2
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 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish.
Color Black Goblin Blue/Beta Blue
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 1
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
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 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers
Internal Compartments Half-zip pocket
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Lash points on both sides
Lightweight Lightweight
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded FlashDry back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Integrated hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Route Rocket 16 Backpack by The North Face against the Hydra 26L 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 Hydra 26L 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 Hydra 26L Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 24 x 15 x 5 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue.