The main difference between the The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack and the The North Face Women's Aurora Backpack is that the Route Rocket 16 Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the Women's Aurora Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Route Rocket 16 Backpack | Women's Aurora Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Women's | |
Sub Category | Sports | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 22L | |
Dimensions (in) | 9.88 x 6.25 x 18 | 12.5 x 7.5 x 18 | |
Weight (lb) | 1lb 3oz | 1.7 | |
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 | 300D Heathered Polyester | |
Color | Black | 5 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.7 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Women-specific shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Hideaway sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellent finish | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Top zipped access | |
External Pockets | Secure-zip top pocket | Top zipped pocket, front and side stretch pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Half-zip pocket | 2 interior pen pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pocket can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Lash points on both sides | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Fleece-lined laptop compartment | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Women-specific back panel |
Load Lifters | Yes |
The North Face's Route Rocket 16 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Sports features while The North Face 's Women's Aurora Backpack is a Women's 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 Aurora Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of 12.5 x 7.5 x 18 inches. Constructed from 300D Heathered Polyester it weighs 1.7 pounds and is available in 5 colors and patterns.