The main difference between the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack and the The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack is that the Ruthsac Backpack has Side Pockets (2 zippered side pockets) while the Route Rocket 16 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Ruthsac Backpack | Route Rocket 16 Backpack | |
Category | Commuter | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Sports | |
Capacity (L) | 31.5L | 16L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 | 9.88 x 6.25 x 18 | |
Weight (lb) | 1lb 3oz | ||
Fabric | 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. | Body 420D recycled nylon with carbonate PU finish and non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish / side panels 300D recycled polyester tarpaulin with non-PFC DWR finish | |
Color | Brandy Brown/Root Brown | Black | |
Rating | 4.1 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials | Secure-zip top pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Zippered laptop compartment | Half-zip pocket | |
Side Pockets | 2 zippered side pockets | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Lash points on both sides | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | Padded |
The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while The North Face's Route Rocket 16 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Sports 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 Route Rocket 16 Backpack's capacity is 16L with a size of 9.88 x 6.25 x 18 inches. Constructed from Body 420D recycled nylon with carbonate PU finish and non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish / side panels 300D recycled polyester tarpaulin with non-PFC DWR finish it weighs 1lb 3oz pounds and is available in Black.