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

The main difference between the Granite Gear Virga 2 Backpack and the Granite Gear Crown 2 60L Backpack is that the Virga 2 Backpack has Water Bottle (No) while the Crown 2 60L Backpack does not.

Granite Gear Virga 2 Backpack Front View
Granite Gear Crown 2 60L Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Granite Gear Granite Gear
Name Virga 2 Backpack Crown 2 60L Backpack
Category Backpacking Backpacking
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 52L 60L
Dimensions (in) 12.75 x 26.25 x 14 27 x 18 x 6
Weight (lb) 1.2 1.0
Fabric 210D Cordura Nylon 100D High-tenacity Nylon
Color Tiger/Moonmist 5 colors and patterns
Warranty Granite Gear Limited Lifetime Warranty Granite Gear Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date January 7, 2014 January 24, 2019
Rating 4.3 4.6
Price Under $150 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Dual density shoulder harness with load-lifter straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Removable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Fixed padded belt Dual density hip 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 Virga 2 Backpack by Granite Gear against the Crown 2 60L Backpack by Granite Gear .


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

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