The main difference between the Allen Gunnison Switch Pack and the Calissa Offshore Tackle Blackstar Backpack is that the Gunnison Switch Pack has Internal Compartments (Interior storage pockets) while the Blackstar Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Allen | Calissa Offshore Tackle |
Name | Gunnison Switch Pack | Blackstar Backpack | |
Category | Fishing | Fishing | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Outdoor | |
Dimensions (in) | 19 x 12.5 x 2.5 | 20 x 17 x 9 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.5 | ||
Fabric | Heavy-duty Construction | Polyester | |
Color | Green | Brown | |
Warranty | Allen 1-year Warranty | Calissa Offshore Tackle 12 Month Guarantee | |
Release Date | October 21, 2016 | April 12, 2019 | |
Rating | 4.5 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $75 | Under $125 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps | S-shaped shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Waterproof material | ||
Zippers | Heavy duty molded zipper | Corrosion resistant metal zippers | |
Main Compartment Access | Full-length zipper accessible from both sides | Top and front zipped access | |
External Pockets | 3 zipped front pockets, hydration pocket, and 2 side pockets | Hard molded sunglass case, and multiple exterior pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Interior storage pockets | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit rod tube and water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other fishing accessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Plier holder | ||
Convertible | Yes | ||
Lightweight | Yes | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Rear Loading Straps | Yes | ||
Base / Bottom | Rubber feet | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | Extra padded breathable back |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | |
Other Features | Other Features | Includes 4 3650 size tackle trays |
Allen 's Gunnison Switch Pack is a Fishing backpack with Outdoor features while Calissa Offshore Tackle 's Blackstar Backpack is a Fishing backpack with Outdoor features.
The Allen Gunnison Switch Pack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 2.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19 x 12.5 x 2.5. It's made of Heavy-duty Construction and is available in Green in comparison the Calissa Offshore Tackle Blackstar Backpack's capacity is with a size of 20 x 17 x 9 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs pounds and is available in Brown.
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