The main difference between the The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack and the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack is that the Youth Recon Squash Backpack has External Pockets (Front zippered pocket, mesh water bottle pockets, front mesh drop pocket) while the Explore Haulaback Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Youth Recon Squash Backpack | Explore Haulaback Backpack | |
Category | School | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Childrens | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 17L | 43.5L | |
Dimensions (in) | 16 x 11.25 x 6 | 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.98 | 3.34 | |
Fabric | 600D Polyester | 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish | |
Color | C4V-TNF BLACK/HIGH RISE GREY | Peak Purple/Tnf Black | |
Warranty | Lifetime | ||
Rating | 4.4 | 5 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Breakaway sternum straps designed specifically for kids | Adjustable chest strap | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with plastic pulls | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access | |
External Pockets | Front zippered pocket, mesh water bottle pockets, front mesh drop pocket | ||
Internal Compartments | Large main compartment that can hold 9.5" x 12" folders, zippered pocket, mesh pockets | Laptop compartment | |
Side Pockets | 2 side mesh pockets | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Four padded webbing handles | |
Loops and Attachments | Reflective bike-light loop | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Dedicated zip bottom | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Comfortable, stitched-foam back panel | Padded flat back panel |
Gym / Sports Features | Laundry Pocket | Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate |
The North Face's Youth Recon Squash Backpack is a School backpack with Childrens features while The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking 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 Explore Haulaback Backpack's capacity is 43.5L with a size of 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 inches. Constructed from 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish it weighs 3.34 pounds and is available in Peak Purple/Tnf Black.
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