The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the TUMI Velocity Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with a whistle buckle) while the Velocity Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | TUMI |
Name | Router Backpack | Velocity Backpack | |
Category | Commuter | Commuter | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 12.5 x 9 x 21 | 17.0 x 12.0 x 5.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 2.7 | |
Fabric | 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | Coated weave | |
Color | Meld Grey/Tnf Black | Carbon | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | ||
Price | Under $200 | Under $1600 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps | Straight - padded adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Zippers | U-pull zippers | Magnetic zippers | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Zip opening to main compartment | |
External Pockets | Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization | Zip entry to padded laptop compartment (fits up to a 15” PC or 16” MacBook screen), add-a-Bag sleeve, luggage tag, built-in USB port, 2 side elastic open pockets, back open pocket with magnetic snap | |
Internal Compartments | Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve | Hook with leather strap for key ring, card pocket, 2 media open pockets, built-in USB port (power bank not included), padded tablet pocket, TUMI Tracer® | |
Side Pockets | 2 side elastic open pockets | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front | Leather top carry handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) | Padded; fits up to a 15” PC or 16” MacBook screen) |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | ||
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Bottom compression | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded |
The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while TUMI's Velocity Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday 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 TUMI Velocity Backpack's capacity is with a size of 17.0 x 12.0 x 5.5 inches. Constructed from Coated weave it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in Carbon.
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