The main difference between the Thule Stir Alpine 40L Backpack and the The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack is that the Stir Alpine 40L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Ultra durable material withstands weather and abrasion) while the Rapidus 30 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Thule | The North Face |
Name | Stir Alpine 40L Backpack | Rapidus 30 Backpack | |
Category | Sports | Ski | |
Sub Category | Ski | Sports | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 11.42 x 10.24 x 22.83 | ||
Weight (lb) | 2.9 | ||
Fabric | Coated 210D Robic, 70D Nylon | 10% nylon | |
Color | Obsidian | Bluebird / Turbulence Grey | |
Warranty | Thule Guarantee | Lifetime | |
Release Date | January 6, 2021 | June 18, 2019 | |
Rating | 4.8 | ||
Price | Under $200 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps with stretch pocket for snack | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Hip belt with gear loops | Adjustable waist strap | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Ultra durable material withstands weather and abrasion | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with U pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top loading and side zipped access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Top floating pocket | 1 side crampon, 1 side skin, 1 insulated water bottle | |
Internal Compartments | Internal zippered mesh pockets | ||
Side Pockets | 1 side slip-in pocket | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | External gear attachment system for skis, helmet, ice axe and more | Ice-axe carry with covered tip for secure and protected carry | |
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Stowable Straps | Removable lid, frame sheet, hip belt padding and sternum strap | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Breathable back panel | FlashDry back panel |
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Baby Features | Insulated Pockets | Insulated water bottle holder | |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Thule 's Stir Alpine 40L Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski features while The North Face's Rapidus 30 Backpack is a Ski backpack with Sports features.
The Thule Stir Alpine 40L Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 2.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.42 x 10.24 x 22.83 . It's made of Coated 210D Robic, 70D Nylon and is available in Obsidian in comparison the The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of inches. Constructed from 10% nylon it weighs pounds and is available in Bluebird / Turbulence Grey.
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