The main difference between the The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the Route Rocket 16 Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Lash points on both sides) while the Router Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Route Rocket 16 Backpack | Router Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Commuter | |
Sub Category | Sports | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 40L | |
Dimensions (in) | 9.88 x 6.25 x 18 | 12.5 x 9 x 21 | |
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 | 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | |
Color | Black | Meld Grey/Tnf Black | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | Removable waist belt | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | U-pull zippers | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Secure-zip top pocket | Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization | |
Internal Compartments | Half-zip pocket | Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front | |
Loops and Attachments | Lash points on both sides | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) | |
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Bottom compression | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded |
The North Face's Route Rocket 16 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Sports features while The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday 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 Router Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 12.5 x 9 x 21 inches. Constructed from 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Meld Grey/Tnf Black.