Granite Gear Crown 2 60L Backpack vs Granite Gear Virga 2 Backpack

The main difference between the Granite Gear Crown 2 60L Backpack and the Granite Gear Virga 2 Backpack is that the Crown 2 60L Backpack has Zippers (DWR treated zipper) while the Virga 2 Backpack does not.

Granite Gear Crown 2 60L Backpack Front View
Granite Gear Virga 2 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Granite Gear Granite Gear
Name Crown 2 60L Backpack Virga 2 Backpack
Category Backpacking Backpacking
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 60L 52L
Dimensions (in) 27 x 18 x 6 12.75 x 26.25 x 14
Weight (lb) 1.0 1.2
Fabric 100D High-tenacity Nylon 210D Cordura Nylon
Color 5 colors and patterns Tiger/Moonmist
Warranty Granite Gear Limited Lifetime Warranty Granite Gear Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date January 24, 2019 January 7, 2014
Rating 4.6 4.3
Price Under $200 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Dual density shoulder harness with load-lifter straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Removable sternum strap Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Dual density hip belt Fixed padded belt
Zippers DWR treated zipper
Main Compartment Access Rolltop closure Rolltop closure
External Pockets Stretch mesh front pocket and 2 side pockets Stretch mesh front pocket and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle No
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Tool loops
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel
Load Lifters Yes Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Crown 2 60L Backpack by Granite Gear against the Virga 2 Backpack by Granite Gear .


Granite Gear 's Crown 2 60L Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Travel features while Granite Gear 's Virga 2 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Travel features.

The Granite Gear Crown 2 60L Backpack has a capacity of 60L (liters), weighs 1.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 27 x 18 x 6. It's made of 100D High-tenacity Nylon and is available in 5 colors and patterns in comparison the Granite Gear Virga 2 Backpack 's capacity is 52L with a size of 12.75 x 26.25 x 14 inches. Constructed from 210D Cordura Nylon it weighs 1.2 pounds and is available in Tiger/Moonmist.