The North Face Router Backpack vs The North Face Fall Line Backpack

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.

The North Face Router Backpack - Front View
The North Face Fall Line Backpack - Front View
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

You're currently comparing the Router Backpack by The North Face against the Fall Line Backpack by The North Face.


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.