The main difference between the Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack and the Thule Subterra Backpack 34L is that the Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Durable water-repellent with barrier zippers) while the Subterra Backpack 34L does not.
Specs | Brand | Granite Gear | Thule |
Name | Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack | Subterra Backpack 34L | |
Category | Travel | Carry On | |
Sub Category | Carry on | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 36L | 34L | |
Dimensions (in) | 9.75 x 12.5 x 8.5 | 9.1 x 12.2 x 20.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.9 | 2.8 | |
Fabric | Polyester | 800D Nylon | |
Color | Black | Black | |
Warranty | Granite Gear Limited Lifetime Warranty | Thule Guarantee | |
Release Date | December 11, 2017 | February 3, 2017 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $125 | Under $175 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Load-absorbing EVA foam padded shoulder straps | Breathable perforated EVA shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Load-stabilizing sternum strap | Sternum strap | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Durable water-repellent with barrier zippers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell | Roll top and side zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets | 1 large front and 1 zipped side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Multiple interior pockets | Interior sleeve and removable packing cube to organize clothes | |
Side Pockets | Side pocket can fit water bottle and other accessories | ||
Water Bottle | No | Yes | |
Handles | Padded comfort grab handles | Top grab handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop compartment fits up to 17" | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet sleeve | Tablet pocket | |
Organizer Pocket | Front pocket with organizer | Front utility pocket with organizer | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Add-a-bag pass through | Luggage pass through | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ergonomic, molded foam back panel with lumbar support | Padded back panel |
Granite Gear 's Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack is a Travel backpack with Carry on features while Thule 's Subterra Backpack 34L 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 Thule Subterra Backpack 34L's capacity is 34L with a size of 9.1 x 12.2 x 20.5 inches. Constructed from 800D Nylon it weighs 2.8 pounds and is available in Black.
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