Gregory Mountain Jade 28 Backpack vs Gregory Mountain Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack

The main difference between the Gregory Mountain Jade 28 Backpack and the Gregory Mountain Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack is that the Jade 28 Backpack has Base / Bottom (Dual layer bottom panel ) while the Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack does not.

Gregory Mountain Jade 28 Backpack Front View
Gregory Mountain Products Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack 1st Front View
Specs Brand Gregory Mountain Gregory Mountain
Name Jade 28 Backpack Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack
Category Womens Mens
Sub Category Hiking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 28L 48L
Dimensions (in) 21 x 12.25 x 10 ‎26 x 14 x 4.5
Weight (lb) 2.6 2.4
Fabric 100% Nylon Nylon
Color 3 colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 31, 2016 November 9, 2017
Rating 4.6 4.6
Price Under $175 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Women's specific die-cut shoulder harness Men's specific die-cut shoulder harness
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with safety whistle and hydration clip Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap 3D comfort cradle hipbelt 3D comfort cradle hipbelt
Zippers ComfortGrip custom molded loop zipper pullers ComfortGrip custom molded loop zipper pullers
Main Compartment Access Main U-Zip access U-zip main opening or full body front access
External Pockets Top zippered pocket, front stretch mesh pocket, and 2 side pockets 3 external pockets including weather shield hip belt pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories Side pockets can hold water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Adjustable attachment loop and upper shock lock Adjustable attachment loop and upper shock lock
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Base / Bottom Dual layer bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel 3D foam breathable back panel Ventilated back panel
Rain Cover Yes Yes
Internal / External Frame External perimeter alloy frame Aluminum internal frame
Ventilated Back Yes
Adjustable Length Torso Yes Yes
Hip Belt Pockets Yes Yes
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective attachment points
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Jade 28 Backpack by Gregory Mountain against the Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack by Gregory Mountain .


Gregory Mountain 's Jade 28 Backpack is a Womens backpack with Hiking features while Gregory Mountain 's Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack is a Mens backpack with Backpacking features.

The Gregory Mountain Jade 28 Backpack has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 2.6 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21 x 12.25 x 10. It's made of 100% Nylon and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the Gregory Mountain Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack's capacity is 48L with a size of ‎26 x 14 x 4.5 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.