The main difference between the The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack and the The North Face Women's Surge Backpack is that the Route Rocket 16 Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Women's Surge Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Route Rocket 16 Backpack | Women's Surge Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Sports | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 31L | |
Dimensions (in) | 9.88 x 6.25 x 18 | 12 x 7 x 20 | |
Weight (lb) | 1lb 3oz | 2.7 | |
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 | 600D Polyester | |
Color | Black | 15+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Articulated 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 | 1 zipped front pocket 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 | |
Loops and Attachments | Lash points on both sides | Webbing daisy chain | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop compartment | |
Organizer Pocket | Front pocket with internal organization | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Rounded back panel |
The North Face's Route Rocket 16 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Sports features while The North Face 's Women's Surge Backpack is a Laptop 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 Women's Surge Backpack's capacity is 31L with a size of 12 x 7 x 20 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in 15+ colors and patterns.