The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack vs The North Face Recon Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack and the The North Face Recon Backpack is that the Youth Recon Squash Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellant finish) while the Recon Backpack does not.

The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack Front View
The North Face Recon Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Youth Recon Squash Backpack Recon Backpack
Category Childrens Sports
Sub Category School Running
Capacity (L) 17L 30L
Dimensions (in) 16 x 11.5 x 6 19.25 x 13 x 7
Weight (lb) 0.9 2
Fabric 600D Polyester Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish
Color 4 colors and patterns 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 15, 2014 July 12, 2012
Rating 4.7 4.8
Price Under $50 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Breakaway sternum strap Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 front and 2 side pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Internal name label Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Comfortable stitched-foam back panel Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective bike-light loop 360-degree reflective accents

You're currently comparing the Youth Recon Squash Backpack by The North Face against the Recon Backpack by The North Face .


The North Face 's Youth Recon Squash Backpack is a Childrens backpack with School features while The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running features.

The The North Face Youth Recon Squash Backpack has a capacity of 17L (liters), weighs 0.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 16 x 11.5 x 6. It's made of 600D Polyester and is available in 4 colors and patterns in comparison the The North Face Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19.25 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.