The main difference between the Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack and the Patagonia Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack is that the Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Durable water-repellent with barrier zippers) while the Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Granite Gear | Patagonia |
Name | Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack | Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack | |
Category | Travel | Carry On | |
Sub Category | Carry on | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 36L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 9.75 x 12.5 x 8.5 | 20 x 12 x 7 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.9 | 2lbs 13oz | |
Fabric | Polyester | Recycled Fabric | |
Color | Black | Black | |
Warranty | Granite Gear Limited Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | December 11, 2017 | ||
Rating | 4.8 | ||
Price | Under $125 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Load-absorbing EVA foam padded shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Load-stabilizing sternum strap | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Durable water-repellent with barrier zippers | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell | Clamshell opening | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets | 1 front zip pocket, 1 side stretch-mesh pocket, 1 laptop sleeve | |
Internal Compartments | Multiple interior pockets | 2 organization pockets | |
Side Pockets | 1 side stretch-mesh pocket | ||
Water Bottle | No | Yes | |
Handles | Padded comfort grab handles | Side grab handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop compartment fits up to 17" | Padded; 16" laptops |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin | |
Compression Straps | External compression straps | ||
Stowable Straps | Yes | ||
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Add-a-bag pass through | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ergonomic, molded foam back panel with lumbar support | Padded |
Granite Gear 's Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack is a Travel backpack with Carry on features while Patagonia's Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack 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 Patagonia Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 20 x 12 x 7 inches. Constructed from Recycled Fabric it weighs 2lbs 13oz pounds and is available in Black.
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