The main difference between the Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack and the The North Face Griffin 75 Backpack is that the Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack has Shoulder Straps (Techlite adjustable shoulder straps) while the Griffin 75 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | The North Face |
Name | Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack | Griffin 75 Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 55L | S/M - 69L / L/XL - 74L | |
Dimensions (in) | 14 x 8.5 x 23 | S/M - 16.1 x 11.8 x 24.8 / L/XL - 16.1 x 11.8 x 26.4 | |
Weight (lb) | S/M - 5 lbs 8.9 oz / L/XL - 5 lbs 11.7 oz | ||
Fabric | 100% Nylon | Body 210D IronLite™ nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish / boot 420D IronLite™ nylon with non-PFC DWR finish | |
Color | 2 Colors and patterns | Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.5 | 4.4 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $700 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Techlite adjustable shoulder straps | |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Hip belt | Molded hipbelt features two full pockets | |
Zippers | YKK water resistant zipper | Wraparound J-zip | |
Main Compartment Access | Rolltop access | Flap with buckle top access | |
External Pockets | 6 external pockets and 2 side pocket | Front power-mesh pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | 2 slip-in side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | Reflective webbing | |
Lightweight | Lightweight IronLite™ | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Backdraft tensioned back panel | FlashDry™ back panel |
Rain Cover | Integrated pack rain fly | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | Molded hipbelt features two full pockets | |
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | |
Other Features | Other Features | The patent-pending Dyno Carry System™ allows you to adjust the back panel without taking off the pack |
Columbia 's Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Griffin 75 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 The North Face Griffin 75 Backpack's capacity is S/M - 69L / L/XL - 74L with a size of S/M - 16.1 x 11.8 x 24.8 / L/XL - 16.1 x 11.8 x 26.4 inches. Constructed from Body 210D IronLite™ nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish / boot 420D IronLite™ nylon with non-PFC DWR finish it weighs S/M - 5 lbs 8.9 oz / L/XL - 5 lbs 11.7 oz pounds and is available in Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black.
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