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 Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Router Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Route Rocket 16 Backpack | Router Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | School | |
Sub Category | Sports | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 40L | |
Dimensions (in) | 9.88 x 6.25 x 18 | 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 1lb 3oz | 3.3 | |
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 | 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop | |
Color | Black | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $175 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | 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 | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant finish | ||
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 handle and front haul handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Lash points on both sides | 360 degree reflective bike-light loop | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 17" | |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded fleece-lined tablet sleeve | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | The FlexVentâ„¢ suspension system |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective details |
The North Face's Route Rocket 16 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Sports features while The North Face 's Router Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop 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 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 inches. Constructed from 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.