Vans Old Skool Backpack vs Vans Obstacle Skate Backpack

Vans Old Skool Backpack - Front View
Vans Obstacle Skate Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Vans Vans
Name Old Skool Backpack Obstacle Skate Backpack
Category School Skateboard
Sub Category Everyday Sports
Capacity (L) 22L 23L
Dimensions (in) 16 x 5 x 14 18 x 11 x 6
Weight (lb) 14 1.32
Fabric 100% recycled polyester 100% nylon
Color White Port Royale
Rating 4.6 4.8
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Ergonomically-designed padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Zippers Nylon Nylon zipper
Main Compartment Access Normal top zip access Normal top zip access
External Pockets 1 front zip pocket, 2 side slip-in pockets Stretch mesh water bottle pockets, zip pocket, adjustable hideaway skate straps,
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Padded laptop compartment
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets 2 stretch mesh water bottle pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab webbing handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Unpadded Padded laptop compartment; fits most 15'' laptops
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Waffle mesh back panel
Other Features Other Features With anti-odor treatment

You're currently comparing the Old Skool Backpack by Vans against the Obstacle Skate Backpack by Vans.


Vans 's Old Skool Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features while Vans's Obstacle Skate Backpack is a Skateboard backpack with Sports 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 Vans Obstacle Skate Backpack's capacity is 23L with a size of 18 x 11 x 6 inches. Constructed from 100% nylon it weighs 1.32 pounds and is available in Port Royale.