The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the The North Face Fall Line Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Base / Bottom (Bottom compression) while the Fall Line Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Router Backpack | Fall Line Backpack | |
Category | Commuter | Motorcycle | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 12.5 x 9 x 21 | 7.48 x 13.78 x 19.69 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 2.31 | |
Fabric | 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | 400D Nylon | |
Color | Meld Grey/Tnf Black | Black | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps | Shoulder-strap webbing create 360 degrees of reflectivity |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | Removable waist belt | |
Zippers | U-pull zippers | Nylon zipper with plastic pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization | Front pocket with stretch side panels for additional volume, Reflective bike-light loop, water bottle tabs, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses or electronics, Two opaque stretch-mesh side pockets discreetly hold their contents | |
Internal Compartments | Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve | Internal organisation with a fleece-lined media pocket, secure zipped pocket and elastic webbing for cord management | |
Side Pockets | 2 mesh side pockets | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front | Comfortable, padded top grab handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) | Padded, fleece-lined laptop sleeve in the main compartment helps protect laptop from bumps and falls |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded, fleece-lined tablet sleeve located in the main compartment for quick access | ||
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Bottom compression | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded mesh back panel |
Reflective Safety Strips | Light reflection detailing helps you stay visible in low-light conditions |
The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Fall Line Backpack is a Motorcycle backpack with Backpacking 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 Fall Line Backpack's capacity is with a size of 7.48 x 13.78 x 19.69 inches. Constructed from 400D Nylon it weighs 2.31 pounds and is available in Black.