Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack vs Gregory Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack

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.

Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack Front View
Gregory Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack
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

You're currently comparing the Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack by Columbia against the Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack by Gregory Mountain.


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.