The main difference between the The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack and the The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack is that the Route Rocket 16 Backpack has Internal Compartments (Half-zip pocket) while the Rapidus 30 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Route Rocket 16 Backpack | Rapidus 30 Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Ski | |
Sub Category | Sports | Sports | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 9.88 x 6.25 x 18 | ||
Weight (lb) | 1lb 3oz | ||
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 | 10% nylon | |
Color | Black | Bluebird / Turbulence Grey | |
Warranty | Lifetime | ||
Release Date | June 18, 2019 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Straight - 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 U pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Secure-zip top pocket | 1 side crampon, 1 side skin, 1 insulated water bottle | |
Internal Compartments | Half-zip pocket | ||
Side Pockets | 1 side slip-in pocket | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Lash points on both sides | Ice-axe carry with covered tip for secure and protected carry | |
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | FlashDry back panel |
Baby Features | Insulated Pockets | Insulated water bottle holder |
The North Face's Route Rocket 16 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Sports features while The North Face's Rapidus 30 Backpack is a Ski backpack with Sports 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 Rapidus 30 Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of inches. Constructed from 10% nylon it weighs pounds and is available in Bluebird / Turbulence Grey.