The main difference between the Gregory Mountain Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack and the Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack is that the Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack has Zippers (Comfort grip custom molded loop zipper pullers) while the Exoti 50 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Gregory Mountain | Vargo |
Name | Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack | Exoti 50 Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 62L | 50L | |
Dimensions (in) | 28 x 13 x 13 | 14 x 3 x 25 | |
Weight (lb) | 4.7 | 2.0 | |
Fabric | 100% Nylon | X-Pac Fabric | |
Color | 3 colors and patterns | Blue/Gray | |
Warranty | The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty | Vargo Guarantee | |
Release Date | September 6, 2012 | February 6, 2017 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 5.0 | |
Price | Under $300 | Under $300 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | 3D air shoulder harness | Ventilated, adjustable shoulder harness |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Chest strap | Chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | 3D air hipbelt | Hip strap with pockets | |
Zippers | Comfort grip custom molded loop zipper pullers | ||
Main Compartment Access | U-zip main opening or full body front access | Top loading access | |
External Pockets | 9 external pockets including weather shield hip belt pocket | 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can hold water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Sunglass quick stow system | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | External compression straps |
Stowable Straps | Stowable sleeping bag straps | ||
Rear Loading Straps | Yes | ||
Base / Bottom | Dual layer bottom panel | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Rain Cover | Custom fitted rain cover included | |
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal wishbone aluminum frame | Ultralight titanium alloy external frame | |
Ergonomic | Matrix ventilated back panel with layered, multi-density foam | Ergonomic lumbar support plate | |
Adjustable Length Torso | Response A3 suspension with auto angle adjust | 16-22 inches torso length | |
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | Yes | |
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | Yes | |
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Gregory Mountain's Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while Vargo 's Exoti 50 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 Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack's capacity is 50L with a size of 14 x 3 x 25 inches. Constructed from X-Pac Fabric it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in Blue/Gray.
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