Vans Startle Backpack vs Vans Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack

The main difference between the Vans Startle Backpack and the Vans Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack is that the Startle Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can fit water bottle) while the Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack does not.

Vans Startle Backpack Front View
Vans Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Vans Vans
Name Startle Backpack Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack
Category Mens School
Sub Category Laptop Everyday
Capacity (L) 22L
Dimensions (in) 17 x 15 x 3 16.5 x 12.75 x 4.75
Weight (lb) 1.2 0.5
Fabric 100% Polyester 100% Polyester
Color Black/Blue 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Vans 30 Days Warranty Vans 30 Days Warranty
Rating 5.0 4.7
Price Under $75 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Straight-cut padded shoulder straps
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets 1 zipped front pocket
Internal Compartments Large main compartment with interior sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Top grab handle Haul handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits up to 16" Laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer

You're currently comparing the Startle Backpack by Vans against the Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack by Vans .


Vans 's Startle Backpack is a Mens backpack with Laptop features while Vans 's Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack is a School backpack with Everyday features.

The Vans Startle Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 1.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17 x 15 x 3. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in Black/Blue in comparison the Vans Old Skool Checkerboard Backpack 's capacity is 22L with a size of 16.5 x 12.75 x 4.75 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 0.5 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.