Gregory Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack vs Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack

The main difference between the Gregory Mountain Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack and the Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack is that the Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can hold water bottle) while the Altvia Pack 36L Backpack does not.

Gregory Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack
Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Gregory Mountain Patagonia
Name Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack Altvia Pack 36L Backpack
Category Hiking Backpacking
Sub Category Travel Hiking
Capacity (L) 62L 36L
Dimensions (in) 28 x 13 x 13 23.5 x 12 x 10.5
Weight (lb) 4.7 2.18
Fabric 100% Nylon 100% recycled nylon
Color 3 colors and patterns Noble Grey
Warranty The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date September 6, 2012
Rating 4.8
Price Under $300 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps 3D air shoulder harness Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap 3D air hipbelt Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Comfort grip custom molded loop zipper pullers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access U-zip main opening or full body front access Flap with buckle
External Pockets 9 external pockets including weather shield hip belt pocket 2 zip hip belt pockets
Internal Compartments 1 zip pocket, 1 slip-in pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can hold water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Sunglass quick stow system
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Stowable sleeping bag straps
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Base / Bottom Dual layer bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded
Rain Cover Custom fitted rain cover included Rain cover included; pack volume is 36 liters
Internal / External Frame Internal wishbone aluminum frame
Ergonomic Matrix ventilated back panel with layered, multi-density foam
Adjustable Length Torso Response A3 suspension with auto angle adjust
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack by Gregory Mountain against the Altvia Pack 36L Backpack by Patagonia.


Gregory Mountain's Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while Patagonia's Altvia Pack 36L Backpack is a Backpacking 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 Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack's capacity is 36L with a size of 23.5 x 12 x 10.5 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon it weighs 2.18 pounds and is available in Noble Grey.