Vans Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack vs High Sierra Fatboy Backpack

The main difference between the Vans Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack and the High Sierra Fatboy Backpack is that the Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack has Internal Compartments (Large main compartment with interior sleeve) while the Fatboy Backpack does not.

Vans Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack Front View
High Sierra Fatboy Backpack Side View
Specs Brand Vans High Sierra
Name Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack Fatboy Backpack
Category School School
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 22L
Dimensions (in) 16.5 x 12.75 x 4.75 19.5 x 13 x 7
Weight (lb) 0.5 1.3
Fabric 100% Polyester 600D and Mini-hexagon Duralite Fabric
Color 3 colors and patterns 10+ colors and patterns
Warranty Vans 30 Days Warranty High Sierra Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.7 4.6
Price Under $50 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight-cut padded shoulder straps S-shaped mesh padded shoulder straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant coating
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Large main compartment with interior sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Haul handle Heavy-duty webbing grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front attachment clip
USB Charger Front accessory pocket with USB port and internal cord pouch
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Designated tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer Premium organizer with multiple pockets and key fob
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Primary padded back panel

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


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

The Vans Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack has a capacity of 22L (liters), weighs 0.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 16.5 x 12.75 x 4.75. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the High Sierra Fatboy Backpack's capacity is with a size of 19.5 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from 600D and Mini-hexagon Duralite Fabric it weighs 1.3 pounds and is available in 10+ colors and patterns.