The main difference between the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack and the The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack is that the Ruthsac Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Youth Recon Squash Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Ruthsac Backpack | Youth Recon Squash Backpack | |
Category | Commuter | Childrens | |
Sub Category | Daypack | School | |
Capacity (L) | 31.5L | 17L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 | 16 x 11.5 x 6 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.9 | ||
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 | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.1 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Breakaway sternum strap | ||
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 | 2 front 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 | Internal name label | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | Comfortable stitched-foam back panel |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective bike-light loop |
The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while The North Face 's Youth Recon Squash Backpack is a Childrens backpack with School 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 Youth Recon Squash Backpack's capacity is 17L with a size of 16 x 11.5 x 6 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 0.9 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.
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