Granite Gear Virga 2 Backpack vs Granite Gear Haulsted-Flint Wheeled Backpack

The main difference between the Granite Gear Virga 2 Backpack and the Granite Gear Haulsted-Flint Wheeled Backpack is that the Virga 2 Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap) while the Haulsted-Flint Wheeled Backpack does not.

Granite Gear Virga 2 Backpack Front View
Granite Gear Haulsted-Flint Wheeled Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Granite Gear Granite Gear
Name Virga 2 Backpack Haulsted-Flint Wheeled Backpack
Category Backpacking Rolling
Sub Category Travel School
Capacity (L) 52L 33L
Dimensions (in) 12.75 x 26.25 x 14 19.5 x 13.25 x 8.5
Weight (lb) 1.2 5.1
Fabric 210D Cordura Nylon Repelaweave Fabric
Color Tiger/Moonmist 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Granite Gear Limited Lifetime Warranty Granite Gear Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date January 7, 2014 January 14, 2015
Rating 4.3 4.7
Price Under $150 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Fixed padded belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Main Compartment Access Rolltop closure Normal zipped access
External Pockets Stretch mesh front pocket and 2 side pockets 3 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Top grab handle Padded comfort top handle
Loops and Attachments Tool loops Lash straps
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Gear tech computer sleeve fits up to 15.5"
Organizer Pocket Multi pocket organizer
Wheels & Handle Durable aircraft aluminum pull handle with rubberized grip and dual rugged wheels
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Tuck-away shoulder straps
Base / Bottom Taurpalite bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Fully padded back panel
Load Lifters Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Virga 2 Backpack by Granite Gear against the Haulsted-Flint Wheeled Backpack by Granite Gear .


Granite Gear 's Virga 2 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Travel features while Granite Gear 's Haulsted-Flint Wheeled Backpack is a Rolling backpack with School 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 Haulsted-Flint Wheeled Backpack's capacity is 33L with a size of 19.5 x 13.25 x 8.5 inches. Constructed from Repelaweave Fabric it weighs 5.1 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.