The main difference between the Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack and the Vera Bradley Microfiber Large Travel Backpack is that the Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Durable water-repellent with barrier zippers) while the Microfiber Large Travel Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Granite Gear | Vera Bradley |
Name | Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack | Microfiber Large Travel Backpack | |
Category | Travel | Carry On | |
Sub Category | Carry on | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 36L | 35L | |
Dimensions (in) | 9.75 x 12.5 x 8.5 | 12 x 19 x 7 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.9 | 2.9 | |
Fabric | Polyester | Microfiber | |
Color | Black | Classic Navy | |
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 | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Load-stabilizing sternum strap | Adjustable chest straps | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Durable water-repellent with barrier zippers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell | Double zippered access | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets | Front zip pocket, two side slip pockets, a back trolley sleeve and a laptop compartment | |
Internal Compartments | Multiple interior pockets | Main compartment with e mesh zip pocket, key leash | |
Side Pockets | 2 side slip pockets | ||
Water Bottle | No | Yes | |
Handles | Padded comfort grab handles | Top grab handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop compartment fits up to 17" | Laptop compartment |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front pocket with organizer | Front zip compartment has 3 slip pockets, key leash | |
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Yes | |
Compression Straps | External compression straps | Compression straps in main compartment | |
Expandable | Yes | ||
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Add-a-bag pass through | Back trolley sleeves | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ergonomic, molded foam back panel with lumbar support |
Granite Gear 's Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack is a Travel backpack with Carry on features while Vera Bradley's Microfiber Large Travel 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 Vera Bradley Microfiber Large Travel Backpack's capacity is 35L with a size of 12 x 19 x 7 inches. Constructed from Microfiber it weighs 2.9 pounds and is available in Classic Navy.
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