The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the The North Face Basin 24 Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Base / Bottom (Bottom compression) while the Basin 24 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Router Backpack | Basin 24 Backpack | |
Category | Commuter | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 12.5 x 9 x 21 | 11 x 6.7 x 19.7 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 1.7 | |
Fabric | 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | Recycled nylon ripstop | |
Color | Meld Grey/Tnf Black | Banff Blue - Aviator Navy | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | ||
Price | Under $200 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps | Padded adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | Adjustable hip belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellent | ||
Zippers | U-pull zippers | 2 way string zipper holder | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization | External stash pockets, water bottle pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve | Large main compartment | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front | Web haul handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Two-point trekking-pole attachment | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) | 1 laptop sleeve |
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Bottom compression | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded back panel |
Rain Cover | Concealed rain cover | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Minimal two-point trekking-pole attachment to hold poles | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Hydration sleeve |
The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Basin 24 Backpack is a Hiking 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 Basin 24 Backpack's capacity is with a size of 11 x 6.7 x 19.7 inches. Constructed from Recycled nylon ripstop it weighs 1.7 pounds and is available in Banff Blue - Aviator Navy.
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