The main difference between the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack and the The North Face Women's Surge Backpack is that the Ruthsac Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Women's Surge Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Ruthsac Backpack | Women's Surge Backpack | |
Category | Commuter | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 31.5L | 31L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 | 12 x 7 x 20 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.7 | ||
Fabric | 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. | 600D Polyester | |
Color | Brandy Brown/Root Brown | 15+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.1 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Articulated shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant finish | ||
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 handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Webbing daisy chain | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | Padded laptop compartment |
Organizer Pocket | Front pocket with internal organization | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | Rounded back panel |
The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while The North Face 's Women's Surge Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday 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 Women's Surge Backpack's capacity is 31L with a size of 12 x 7 x 20 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in 15+ colors and patterns.
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