Granite Gear Virga 2 Backpack vs Thule Landmark 70L Travel Pack

The main difference between the Granite Gear Virga 2 Backpack and the Thule Landmark 70L Travel Pack is that the Virga 2 Backpack has Hydration Compatible (Yes) while the Landmark 70L Travel Pack does not.

Granite Gear Virga 2 Backpack Front View
Thule Landmark 70L Travel Pack Attached View
Specs Brand Granite Gear Thule
Name Virga 2 Backpack Landmark 70L Travel Pack
Category Backpacking Carry On
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 52L 70L
Dimensions (in) 12.75 x 26.25 x 14 19.3 x 13 x 24.8
Weight (lb) 1.2 4.6
Fabric 210D Cordura Nylon 420D Dobby Polyester, 600D Polyester
Color Tiger/Moonmist 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Granite Gear Limited Lifetime Warranty Thule Guarantee
Release Date January 7, 2014 January 11, 2019
Rating 4.3 4.6
Price Under $150 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Adjustable padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Built-in sternum strap whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Fixed padded belt Adjustable hip belt
Main Compartment Access Rolltop closure Clamshell
External Pockets Stretch mesh front pocket and 2 side pockets Main bag: top and 2 side zipped pockets ; Daypack: back and side pockets
Internal Compartments Roomy main compartment with zipped mesh pocket
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 Top and side handles
Loops and Attachments Tool loops Webbing loops, carabiner lock
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket SafeZone top compartment with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps Internal and external compression straps
Stowable Straps Tuckaway shoulder straps and hipbelt
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel
Load Lifters Yes Yes
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Lockable zipper pulls, integrated LoopLock system
Hidden Pocket Hidden cash stash pocket
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Virga 2 Backpack by Granite Gear against the Landmark 70L Travel Pack by Thule.


Granite Gear 's Virga 2 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Travel features while Thule's Landmark 70L Travel Pack is a Carry On 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 Thule Landmark 70L Travel Pack's capacity is 70L with a size of 19.3 x 13 x 24.8 inches. Constructed from 420D Dobby Polyester, 600D Polyester it weighs 4.6 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.