Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack vs Eagle Creek Expanse Convertible International Carry On

The main difference between the Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack and the Eagle Creek Expanse Convertible International Carry-On is that the Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Load-stabilizing sternum strap) while the Expanse Convertible International Carry-On does not.

Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack Front View
Eagle Creek Expanse Convertible International Carry On Front View
Specs Brand Granite Gear Eagle Creek
Name Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack Expanse Convertible International Carry-On
Category Travel Carry On
Sub Category Carry on Travel
Capacity (L) 36L 30L
Dimensions (in) 9.75 x 12.5 x 8.5 13.75 x 21.25 x 8
Weight (lb) 2.9 6.2
Fabric Polyester 420D Two-Tone Poly, 300D Diamond Ripstop Poly, 500D Oxford Poly
Color Black 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Granite Gear Limited Lifetime Warranty Eagle Creek No Matter What™ Warranty
Release Date December 11, 2017
Rating 4.8 4.4
Price Under $125 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Load-absorbing EVA foam padded shoulder straps 3D air mesh shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Load-stabilizing sternum strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Durable water-repellent with barrier zippers
Main Compartment Access Clamshell Clamshell
External Pockets 2 zipped front pockets Zipped top pocket
Internal Compartments Multiple interior pockets Roomy main compartment with zipped mesh pocket
Water Bottle No No
Handles Padded comfort grab handles Padded top and side grab handles
Loops and Attachments External lash points
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop compartment fits up to 17"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front pocket with organizer
Wheels & Handle Telescoping handle and dual oversized treaded wheels
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant 43 linear inches carry-on size compliant
Compression Straps External compression straps Interior and exterior compression straps
Stowable Straps Hideaway shoulder straps
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Add-a-bag pass through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Ergonomic, molded foam back panel with lumbar support
Ventilated Back Ventilated padded back panel
Anti Theft Features Cut / Slash Proof Material Bi-Tech™ Armor Lite material
Lockable Zippers Self-repairing lockable zippers

You're currently comparing the Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack by Granite Gear against the Expanse Convertible International Carry-On by Eagle Creek .


Granite Gear 's Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack is a Travel backpack with Carry on features while Eagle Creek 's Expanse Convertible International Carry-On is a Carry On backpack with Travel features.

The Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack has a capacity of 36L (liters), weighs 2.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 9.75 x 12.5 x 8.5. It's made of Polyester and is available in Black in comparison the Eagle Creek Expanse Convertible International Carry-On 's capacity is 30L with a size of 13.75 x 21.25 x 8 inches. Constructed from 420D Two-Tone Poly, 300D Diamond Ripstop Poly, 500D Oxford Poly it weighs 6.2 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.