The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the The North Face Base Camp Small Duffel is that the Router Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with a whistle buckle) while the Base Camp Small Duffel does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Router Backpack | Base Camp Small Duffel | |
Category | Commuter | Travel | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | 50L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12.5 x 9 x 21 | 13 x 21 x 13 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 2.0 | |
Fabric | 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | 1000D Phthalate-Free, Recycled PVC | |
Color | Meld Grey/Tnf Black | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | April 13, 2018 | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $225 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps | Detachable, adjustable, alpine-cut shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Non-PFC durable water-repellent | ||
Zippers | U-pull zippers | D-zip opening with a weather resistant flap | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Main compartment has a secure-zip mesh pocket and an end-cap mesh sleeve pocket for more organization | |
External Pockets | Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization | ||
Internal Compartments | Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | No | |
Handles | Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front | Two padded side handles | |
Convertible | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Base / Bottom | Bottom compression | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded |
The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The North Face 's Base Camp Small Duffel is a Travel backpack with Outdoor features.
The The North Face Router Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12.5 x 9 x 21. It's made of 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish and is available in Meld Grey/Tnf Black in comparison the The North Face Base Camp Small Duffel's capacity is 50L with a size of 13 x 21 x 13 inches. Constructed from 1000D Phthalate-Free, Recycled PVC it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.
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