The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the The North Face Griffin Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Zippers (U-pull zippers) while the Griffin Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Router Backpack | Griffin Backpack | |
Category | Commuter | Outdoor | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | 65L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12.5 x 9 x 21 | 15.4 x 11 x 26.4 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 2 | |
Fabric | 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | Nylon | |
Color | Meld Grey/Tnf Black | Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 3.8 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $225 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps | Padded adjustable shoulder strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | Pivoting hip belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellent | ||
Zippers | U-pull zippers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Wraparound J-zipper access | |
External Pockets | Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization | 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, 2 hip belt pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve | ||
Side Pockets | 2 stretch side pockets | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front | ||
Loops and Attachments | Detachable daypack | ||
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 | Padded adjustable back panel |
Load Lifters | Adjustable load lifters | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | 2 hip belt pockets | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Detachable flip-forward top lid | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective webbing | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Hydration sleeve |
The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel 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 Griffin Backpack's capacity is 65L with a size of 15.4 x 11 x 26.4 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black.
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