The main difference between the The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack and the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack is that the Womens Borealis 27L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable sternum strap) while the Ruthsac Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Womens Borealis 27L Backpack | Ruthsac Backpack | |
Category | Womens | Commuter | |
Sub Category | Travel | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 27L | 31.5L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19.37 x 15.79 x 3.11 | 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.3 | ||
Fabric | 100% Polyester | 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. | |
Color | 3 Colors and patterns | Brandy Brown/Root Brown | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.1 | ||
Price | Under $125 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | FlexVent suspension system with padded mesh back panel and shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
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 | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials | |
Internal Compartments | Zippered laptop compartment | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | 2 zippered side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Padded top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Front elastic bungee system | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop sleeve that fits up to 15" | Padded |
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 Womens Borealis 27L Backpack is a Womens backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features.
The The North Face Womens Borealis 27L Backpack has a capacity of 27L (liters), weighs 2.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.37 x 15.79 x 3.11. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 3 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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