Specs | Brand | Gregory Mountain | Gregory Mountain |
Name | Jade 28 Backpack | Zulu 55 Backpack | |
Category | Womens | Mens | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | 55L | |
Dimensions (in) | 21 x 12.25 x 10 | 30 x 13.25 x 12 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.6 | 3.6 | |
Fabric | 100% Nylon | 100% 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 | January 22, 2019 | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Women's specific die-cut shoulder harness | Die-cut shoulder harness |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with safety whistle and hydration clip | Sternum strap with safety whistle and hydration clip | |
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 | Front U-Zip access | |
External Pockets | Top zippered pocket, front stretch mesh pocket, and 2 side pockets | Floating top pocket with zippered compartment and an underside zippered pocket, front stretch mesh pocket, sleeping bag compartment with divider, and 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | |
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 | Dual layer bottom panel | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | 3D foam breathable back panel | 3D foam breathable back panel |
Rain Cover | Yes | Yes | |
Internal / External Frame | External perimeter alloy frame | External perimeter alloy frame | |
Ventilated Back | Yes | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Yes | Yes | |
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | Yes | |
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | Yes | |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective attachment points | Reflective attachment points | |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Gregory Mountain 's Jade 28 Backpack is a Womens backpack with Hiking features while Gregory Mountain 's Zulu 55 Backpack is a Mens backpack with Hiking 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 Zulu 55 Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 30 x 13.25 x 12 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs 3.6 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.