Gregory Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack vs The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack

The main difference between the Gregory Mountain Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack and the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack is that the Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (3D air hipbelt ) while the Explore Haulaback Backpack does not.

Gregory Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack
The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Gregory Mountain The North Face
Name Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack Explore Haulaback Backpack
Category Hiking Backpacking
Sub Category Travel Hiking
Capacity (L) 62L 43.5L
Dimensions (in) 28 x 13 x 13 1.5 x 11 x 23.5
Weight (lb) 4.7 3.34
Fabric 100% Nylon 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish
Color 3 colors and patterns Peak Purple/Tnf Black
Warranty The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty Lifetime
Release Date September 6, 2012
Rating 4.8 5
Price Under $300 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps 3D air shoulder harness Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap 3D air hipbelt
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 Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access
External Pockets 9 external pockets including weather shield hip belt pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop compartment
Side Pockets Side pockets can hold water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Four padded webbing handles
Loops and Attachments Sunglass quick stow system
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Stowable sleeping bag straps
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Base / Bottom Dual layer bottom panel Dedicated zip bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded flat back panel
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
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack by Gregory Mountain against the Explore Haulaback Backpack by The North Face.


Gregory Mountain's Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Explore Haulaback 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 The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack's capacity is 43.5L with a size of 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 inches. Constructed from 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish it weighs 3.34 pounds and is available in Peak Purple/Tnf Black.