The main difference between the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack and the The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack is that the Ruthsac Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Womens Borealis 27L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Ruthsac Backpack | Womens Borealis 27L Backpack | |
Category | Commuter | Womens | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 31.5L | 27L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 | 19.37 x 15.79 x 3.11 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.3 | ||
Fabric | 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. | 100% Polyester | |
Color | Brandy Brown/Root Brown | 3 Colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.1 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $125 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | FlexVent suspension system with padded mesh back panel and shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip 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 | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | Padded laptop sleeve that fits up to 15" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | |
Reflective Safety Strips | 360-degree reflectivity |
The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while The North Face's Womens Borealis 27L Backpack is a Womens 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 Womens Borealis 27L Backpack 's capacity is 27L with a size of 19.37 x 15.79 x 3.11 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 2.3 pounds and is available in 3 Colors and patterns.
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