The main difference between the The North Face Women's Surge Backpack and the Thule Crossover 32L Backpack is that the Women's Surge Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable waist belt) while the Crossover 32L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | Thule |
Name | Women's Surge Backpack | Crossover 32L Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Mens | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 31L | 32L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12 x 7 x 20 | 12.4 x 12.2 x 18.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.7 | 2.2 | |
Fabric | 600D Polyester | Dobby Nylon | |
Color | 15+ colors and patterns | Black | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | Thule Guarantee | |
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | March 7, 2014 | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Articulated shoulder straps | Perforated EVA shoulder straps with mesh covering |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant finish | Water-resistant material | |
Zippers | Water-resistant zippers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | 3 front and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Dual main compartment with multiple interior pockets | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Padded top handle | Multiple grab-and-go handles | |
Loops and Attachments | Webbing daisy chain | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop compartment | Padded laptop compartment fits up to 15' |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet compartment | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front pocket with internal organization | Front organization compartment | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Rounded back panel | Padded back panel with air flow channels |
The North Face 's Women's Surge Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Thule 's Crossover 32L Backpack is a Mens backpack with Laptop features.
The The North Face Women's Surge Backpack has a capacity of 31L (liters), weighs 2.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12 x 7 x 20. It's made of 600D Polyester and is available in 15+ colors and patterns in comparison the Thule Crossover 32L Backpack's capacity is 32L with a size of 12.4 x 12.2 x 18.5 inches. Constructed from Dobby Nylon it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in Black.
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