The main difference between the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack and the The North Face Base Camp Small Duffel is that the Ruthsac Backpack has External Pockets (Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials) while the Base Camp Small Duffel does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Ruthsac Backpack | Base Camp Small Duffel | |
Category | Commuter | Travel | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 31.5L | 50L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 | 13 x 21 x 13 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.0 | ||
Fabric | 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. | 1000D Phthalate-Free, Recycled PVC | |
Color | Brandy Brown/Root Brown | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | April 13, 2018 | ||
Rating | 4.1 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $225 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Detachable, adjustable, alpine-cut shoulder straps |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Non-PFC durable water-repellent | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | D-zip opening with a weather resistant flap | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Main compartment has a secure-zip mesh pocket and an end-cap mesh sleeve pocket for more organization | |
External Pockets | Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials | ||
Internal Compartments | Zippered laptop compartment | ||
Side Pockets | 2 zippered side pockets | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | No | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Two padded side handles | |
Convertible | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel |
The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while The North Face 's Base Camp Small Duffel is a Travel backpack with Outdoor features.
The The North Face Ruthsac Backpack has a capacity of 31.5L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12 x 5.9 x 18.7. It's made of 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. and is available in Brandy Brown/Root Brown in comparison the The North Face Base Camp Small Duffel's capacity is 50L with a size of 13 x 21 x 13 inches. Constructed from 1000D Phthalate-Free, Recycled PVC it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.
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