Thule Stir Alpine 40L Backpack vs The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack

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.

Thule Stir Alpine 40L Backpack Front View
The North Face Rapidus 30 Backpack - Front View
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

You're currently comparing the Stir Alpine 40L Backpack by Thule against the Rapidus 30 Backpack by The North Face.


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.