The main difference between the The North Face Women's Terra 55 Backpacking Backpack and the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack is that the Women's Terra 55 Backpacking Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the Ruthsac Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Women's Terra 55 Backpacking Backpack | Ruthsac Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Commuter | |
Sub Category | Womens | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 55L | 31.5L | |
Dimensions (in) | 22.4 x 13.4 x 10.2 | 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.1 | ||
Fabric | 210D Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish | 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 | ||
Release Date | November 19, 2020 | ||
Rating | 4.9 | 4.1 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Proprietary OPTIFIT™ suspension system | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
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 | Full J-zip 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 | 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 | Cushy foam and breathable mesh back panel | Padded back panel |
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | External frame | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes |
The North Face 's Women's Terra 55 Backpacking Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Womens features while The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features.
The The North Face Women's Terra 55 Backpacking Backpack has a capacity of 55L (liters), weighs 3.1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 22.4 x 13.4 x 10.2. It's made of 210D Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish 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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