The main difference between the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack and the The North Face Borealis Backpack is that the Ruthsac Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Borealis Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Ruthsac Backpack | Borealis Backpack | |
Category | Commuter | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Daypack | School | |
Capacity (L) | 31.5L | 28L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 | 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | ||
Fabric | 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. | 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo | |
Color | Brandy Brown/Root Brown | 30+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | December 11, 2013 | ||
Rating | 4.1 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Zippered laptop compartment | ||
Side Pockets | 2 zippered side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Padded top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflective accents |
The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while The North Face 's Borealis Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School 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 Borealis Backpack's capacity is 28L with a size of 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 30+ colors and patterns .
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