The main difference between the Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack and the Gregory Mountain Mountain Nano 18 Backpack is that the Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack has Zippers (YKK water resistant zipper) while the Mountain Nano 18 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Gregory Mountain |
Name | Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack | Mountain Nano 18 Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 55L | 18L | |
Dimensions (in) | 14 x 8.5 x 23 | 18.8 x 11.4 x 1.9 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.0 | ||
Fabric | 100% Nylon | Nylon | |
Color | 2 Colors and patterns | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | July 16, 2020 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Techlite adjustable shoulder straps | Air mesh padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | Sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Hip belt | Removable hip belt | |
Zippers | YKK water resistant zipper | ||
Main Compartment Access | Rolltop access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 6 external pockets and 2 side pocket | 1 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Backdraft tensioned back panel | Padded back panel |
Rain Cover | Integrated pack rain fly | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | 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 Nano 18 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking 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 Nano 18 Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 18.8 x 11.4 x 1.9 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.
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