The main difference between the Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack and the Gregory Mountain Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack is that the Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack has Back Panel (Backdraft tensioned back panel) while the Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Gregory Mountain |
Name | Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack | Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 55L | 62L | |
Dimensions (in) | 14 x 8.5 x 23 | 28 x 13 x 13 | |
Weight (lb) | 4.7 | ||
Fabric | 100% Nylon | 100% Nylon | |
Color | 2 Colors and patterns | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | September 6, 2012 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $300 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Techlite adjustable shoulder straps | 3D air shoulder harness |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | Chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Hip belt | 3D air hipbelt | |
Zippers | YKK water resistant zipper | Comfort grip custom molded loop zipper pullers | |
Main Compartment Access | Rolltop access | U-zip main opening or full body front access | |
External Pockets | 6 external pockets and 2 side pocket | 9 external pockets including weather shield hip belt pocket | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can hold water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | Sunglass quick stow system | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Stowable Straps | Stowable sleeping bag straps | ||
Rear Loading Straps | Yes | ||
Base / Bottom | Dual layer bottom panel | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Backdraft tensioned back panel | |
Rain Cover | Integrated pack rain fly | Custom fitted rain cover included | |
Internal / External Frame | Internal wishbone aluminum frame | ||
Ergonomic | Matrix ventilated back panel with layered, multi-density foam | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Response A3 suspension with auto angle adjust | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | Yes | |
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | Yes | |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Columbia 's Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while Gregory Mountain's Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features.
The Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack has a capacity of 55L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 14 x 8.5 x 23. It's made of 100% Nylon and is available in 2 Colors and patterns in comparison the Gregory Mountain Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack's capacity is 62L with a size of 28 x 13 x 13 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs 4.7 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.
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