The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack vs The North Face Recon Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the Route Rocket 16 Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Recon Backpack does not.

The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack - Front View
The North Face Recon Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Route Rocket 16 Backpack Recon Backpack
Category Backpacking Sports
Sub Category Sports Running
Capacity (L) 16L 30L
Dimensions (in) 9.88 x 6.25 x 18 19.25 x 13 x 7
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 Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish
Color Black 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 12, 2012
Rating 4.8
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap Removable waist belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Secure-zip top pocket 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Half-zip pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Lash points on both sides Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents

You're currently comparing the Route Rocket 16 Backpack by The North Face against the Recon 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 Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running 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 Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19.25 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.