The main difference between the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack and the The North Face Griffin Backpack is that the Ruthsac Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Griffin Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Ruthsac Backpack | Griffin Backpack | |
Category | Commuter | Outdoor | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 31.5L | 65L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 | 15.4 x 11 x 26.4 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | ||
Fabric | 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. | Nylon | |
Color | Brandy Brown/Root Brown | Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black | |
Rating | 4.1 | 3.8 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $225 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Padded adjustable shoulder strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Pivoting hip belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellent | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Wraparound J-zipper access | |
External Pockets | Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials | 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, 2 hip belt pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Zippered laptop compartment | ||
Side Pockets | 2 zippered side pockets | 2 stretch side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Detachable daypack | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | 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 Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel 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 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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