The main difference between the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack and the The North Face Women's Terra 55 Backpacking Backpack is that the Ruthsac Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Women's Terra 55 Backpacking Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Ruthsac Backpack | Women's Terra 55 Backpacking Backpack | |
Category | Commuter | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Womens | |
Capacity (L) | 31.5L | 55L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 | 22.4 x 13.4 x 10.2 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.1 | ||
Fabric | 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. | 210D Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish | |
Color | Brandy Brown/Root Brown | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | November 19, 2020 | ||
Rating | 4.1 | 4.9 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $175 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Proprietary OPTIFIT™ suspension system |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Molded hipbelt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Full J-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 | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Rear Loading Straps | Yes | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | Cushy foam and breathable mesh back panel |
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | External frame | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes |
The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while The North Face 's Women's Terra 55 Backpacking Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Womens 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 Terra 55 Backpacking Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 22.4 x 13.4 x 10.2 inches. Constructed from 210D Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish it weighs 3.1 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.
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