The main difference between the The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack and the The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack is that the Route Rocket 16 Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the Youth Recon Squash Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Route Rocket 16 Backpack | Youth Recon Squash Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Childrens | |
Sub Category | Sports | School | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 17L | |
Dimensions (in) | 9.88 x 6.25 x 18 | 16 x 11.5 x 6 | |
Weight (lb) | 1lb 3oz | 0.9 | |
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 | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Breakaway sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | ||
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 front and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Half-zip pocket | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Lash points on both sides | Internal name label | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Comfortable stitched-foam back panel |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective bike-light loop |
The North Face's Route Rocket 16 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Sports features while The North Face 's Youth Recon Squash Backpack is a Childrens backpack with School 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 Youth Recon Squash Backpack's capacity is 17L with a size of 16 x 11.5 x 6 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 0.9 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.