The main difference between the The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack and the The North Face Cryptic Backpack is that the Youth Recon Squash Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with plastic pulls) while the Cryptic Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Youth Recon Squash Backpack | Cryptic Backpack | |
Category | School | Daypack | |
Sub Category | Childrens | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 17L | 29L | |
Dimensions (in) | 16 x 11.25 x 6 | 13 x 19 x 6 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.98 | 2.0 | |
Fabric | 600D Polyester | 600D Polyester | |
Color | C4V-TNF BLACK/HIGH RISE GREY | 8 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | April 16, 2021 | ||
Rating | 4.4 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | FlexVent™ custom molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Breakaway sternum straps designed specifically for kids | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant finish | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with plastic pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Front zippered pocket, mesh water bottle pockets, front mesh drop pocket | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Large main compartment that can hold 9.5" x 12" folders, zippered pocket, mesh pockets | ||
Side Pockets | 2 side mesh pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Padded top handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Reflective bike-light loop | Front elastic bungee system | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop compartment | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Comfortable, stitched-foam back panel | Comfortable padded mesh back panel and breathable lumbar panel |
The North Face's Youth Recon Squash Backpack is a School backpack with Childrens features while The North Face 's Cryptic Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Laptop features.
The The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack has a capacity of 17L (liters), weighs 0.98 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 16 x 11.25 x 6. It's made of 600D Polyester and is available in C4V-TNF BLACK/HIGH RISE GREY in comparison the The North Face Cryptic Backpack's capacity is 29L with a size of 13 x 19 x 6 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.
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