The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the The North Face Generator Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with a whistle buckle) while the Generator Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Router Backpack | Generator Backpack | |
Category | Commuter | Outdoor | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 12.5 x 9 x 21 | 19.75 x 13.5 x 8.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 2 | |
Fabric | 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | 210D Cordura nylon | |
Color | Meld Grey/Tnf Black | Tnf Red/Asphalt | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 4.3 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps | FlexVent suspension system boasts custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Zippers | U-pull zippers | Nylon zipper with string and 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 | Elastic webbing for cord management 360-degree reflective bike-light loop, water bottle tabs, shoulder strap webbing External fleece-lined pocket, removable waist belt, Contrast embroidered The North Face logo on center top | |
Internal Compartments | Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve | Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve, fleece-lined media pocket, secure zippered pocket | |
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 | Padded top haul handle Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) | Padded, fleece-lined 15″ laptop sleeve |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded, fleece-lined tablet sleeve | ||
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Bottom compression | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded mesh back panel |
The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Generator Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Daypack 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 Generator Backpack 's capacity is with a size of 19.75 x 13.5 x 8.5 inches. Constructed from 210D Cordura nylon it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Tnf Red/Asphalt.
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