Vans Old Skool Backpack vs High Sierra Airhead Backpack

The main difference between the Vans Old Skool Backpack and the High Sierra Airhead Backpack is that the Old Skool Backpack has Zippers (Nylon) while the Airhead Backpack does not.

Vans Old Skool Backpack - Front View
High Sierra Airhead Backpack Side View
Specs Brand Vans High Sierra
Name Old Skool Backpack Airhead Backpack
Category School School
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 22L
Dimensions (in) 16 x 5 x 14 19.5 x 13 x 7
Weight (lb) 14 1.3
Fabric 100% recycled polyester Durable Mesh Fabric
Color White 2 colors and patterns
Warranty High Sierra Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.6 4.6
Price Under $100 Under $25
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap S-shaped Vapel™ mesh shoulder straps
Zippers Nylon
Main Compartment Access Normal top zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 front zip pocket, 2 side slip-in pockets 2 zipped front pockets and media pocket on strap
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Top grab handle Ribbed grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front attachment clip
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Unpadded
Organizer Pocket See-through organizer with multiple pockets and a key fob
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded
Rain Cover Water-resistant tuck away rain cover

You're currently comparing the Old Skool Backpack by Vans against the Airhead Backpack by High Sierra .


Vans 's Old Skool Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features while High Sierra 's Airhead Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features.

The Vans Old Skool Backpack has a capacity of 22L (liters), weighs 14 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 16 x 5 x 14. It's made of 100% recycled polyester and is available in White in comparison the High Sierra Airhead Backpack's capacity is with a size of 19.5 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Durable Mesh Fabric it weighs 1.3 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.