The main difference between the The North Face Small Explore Fusebox Daypack and the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack is that the Small Explore Fusebox Daypack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle) while the Ruthsac Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Small Explore Fusebox Daypack | Ruthsac Backpack | |
Category | Daypack | Commuter | |
Sub Category | Commuter | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 14L | 31.5L | |
Dimensions (in) | 9.5 x 6.5 x 15.5 | 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.6 | ||
Fabric | 900D Polyester | 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. | |
Color | 10 colors and patterns | Brandy Brown/Root Brown | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | June 25, 2020 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 4.1 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant finish | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top zipped access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped back pocket | Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials | |
Internal Compartments | Top lid with internal zippered mesh compartment | Zippered laptop compartment | |
Side Pockets | 2 zippered side pockets | ||
Water Bottle | No | Yes | |
Handles | Two webbing tote handles with metal snap | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Daisy chains | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Fleece-lined laptop sleeve | Padded |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel |
The North Face 's Small Explore Fusebox Daypack is a Daypack backpack with Commuter features while The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features.
The The North Face Small Explore Fusebox Daypack has a capacity of 14L (liters), weighs 1.6 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 9.5 x 6.5 x 15.5. It's made of 900D Polyester and is available in 10 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack's capacity is 31.5L with a size of 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. it weighs pounds and is available in Brandy Brown/Root Brown.
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