The main difference between the Gregory Mountain Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack and the Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack is that the Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can hold water bottle) while the Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Gregory Mountain | Patagonia |
Name | Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack | Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 62L | 55L | |
Dimensions (in) | 28 x 13 x 13 | 26 x 12.5 x 7.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 4.7 | 2lbs 13.2oz | |
Fabric | 100% Nylon | ||
Color | 3 colors and patterns | Joya Blue | |
Warranty | The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | September 6, 2012 | ||
Rating | 4.8 | ||
Price | Under $300 | Under $250 | |
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 string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | U-zip main opening or full body front access | Dual spindrift access | |
External Pockets | 9 external pockets including weather shield hip belt pocket | 1 top/flap zip pocket, | |
Internal Compartments | Stash Pocket | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can hold water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Sunglass quick stow system | Adjustable ice-axe carry, Removable compression straps, Three-point, over-the-top rope-carrying 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 | ||
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 |
Gregory Mountain's Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while Patagonia's Ascensionist Pack 55L 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 Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 26 x 12.5 x 7.5 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2lbs 13.2oz pounds and is available in Joya Blue.
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