The main difference between the Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Travel Pack and the Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack is that the Global Companion 40L Travel Pack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Padded hip belt ) while the Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Eagle Creek | Granite Gear |
Name | Global Companion 40L Travel Pack | Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack | |
Category | Carry On | Travel | |
Sub Category | Travel | Carry on | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | 36L | |
Dimensions (in) | 13.75 x 21.5 x 8 | 9.75 x 12.5 x 8.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.9 | 2.9 | |
Fabric | TPU 600D Poly, 1680D Poly with Recycled PVB | Polyester | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | Black | |
Warranty | Eagle Creek No Matter What™ Warranty | Granite Gear Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | December 11, 2017 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $125 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded and moisture wicking shoulder straps | Load-absorbing EVA foam padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with safety whistle | Load-stabilizing sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Durable water-repellent with barrier zippers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell | Clamshell | |
External Pockets | 2 front, bottom, back, and zipped hip belt pockets plus 2 side pockets | 2 zipped front pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Roomy main compartment with 2 separate packing compartments for maximum organization | Multiple interior pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | No | |
Handles | Top, bottom and side haul handles | Padded comfort grab handles | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Separate padded laptop sleeve fits up to 17” | Laptop compartment fits up to 17" |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Two zippered front panel pockets with mesh slip pockets, a padded electronic pocket, a key fob and a pen slot | Front pocket with organizer | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | External compression straps |
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Add-a-bag pass through | ||
Base / Bottom | Durable Bi-Tech™ fabric bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ergonomically padded back panel | Ergonomic, molded foam back panel with lumbar support |
Rain Cover | Tuck-away rainfly | ||
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable zipper heads | |
Gym / Sports Features | Shoe Compartment | Bottom shoe compartment |
Eagle Creek 's Global Companion 40L Travel Pack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while Granite Gear 's Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack is a Travel backpack with Carry on features.
The Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Travel Pack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 3.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13.75 x 21.5 x 8. It's made of TPU 600D Poly, 1680D Poly with Recycled PVB and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack's capacity is 36L with a size of 9.75 x 12.5 x 8.5 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 2.9 pounds and is available in Black.
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