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