The main difference between the Gregory Mountain Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack and the Gregory Mountain Zulu 55 Backpack is that the Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack has Stowable Straps (Stowable sleeping bag straps) while the Zulu 55 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Gregory Mountain | Gregory Mountain |
Name | Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack | Zulu 55 Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Mens | |
Sub Category | Travel | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 62L | 55L | |
Dimensions (in) | 28 x 13 x 13 | 30 x 13.25 x 12 | |
Weight (lb) | 4.7 | 3.6 | |
Fabric | 100% Nylon | 100% Nylon | |
Color | 3 colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty | The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | September 6, 2012 | January 22, 2019 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $300 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | 3D air shoulder harness | Die-cut shoulder harness |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Chest strap | Sternum strap with safety whistle and hydration clip | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | 3D air hipbelt | 3D comfort cradle hipbelt | |
Zippers | Comfort grip custom molded loop zipper pullers | ComfortGrip custom molded loop zipper pullers | |
Main Compartment Access | U-zip main opening or full body front access | Front U-Zip access | |
External Pockets | 9 external pockets including weather shield hip belt pocket | Floating top pocket with zippered compartment and an underside zippered pocket, front stretch mesh pocket, sleeping bag compartment with divider, and 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can hold water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Sunglass quick stow system | Adjustable attachment loop and upper shock lock | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | External compression straps |
Stowable Straps | Stowable sleeping bag straps | ||
Rear Loading Straps | Yes | Yes | |
Base / Bottom | Dual layer bottom panel | Dual layer bottom panel | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | 3D foam breathable back panel | |
Rain Cover | Custom fitted rain cover included | Yes | |
Internal / External Frame | Internal wishbone aluminum frame | External perimeter alloy frame | |
Ergonomic | Matrix ventilated back panel with layered, multi-density foam | ||
Ventilated Back | Yes | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Response A3 suspension with auto angle adjust | Yes | |
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | Yes | |
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | Yes | |
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | Yes | |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective attachment points | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Gregory Mountain's Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while Gregory Mountain 's Zulu 55 Backpack is a Mens backpack with Hiking features.
The Gregory Mountain Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack has a capacity of 62L (liters), weighs 4.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 28 x 13 x 13. It's made of 100% Nylon and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the Gregory Mountain Zulu 55 Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 30 x 13.25 x 12 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs 3.6 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.