Gregory Mountain Jade 53 Backpack vs Gregory Mountain Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack

The main difference between the Gregory Mountain Jade 53 Backpack and the Gregory Mountain Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack is that the Jade 53 Backpack has Load Lifters (Yes) while the Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack does not.

Gregory Mountain Jade 53 Backpack Front View
Gregory Mountain Products Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack 1st Front View
Specs Brand Gregory Mountain Gregory Mountain
Name Jade 53 Backpack Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack
Category Womens Mens
Sub Category Hiking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 53L 48L
Dimensions (in) 23.5 x 13.5 x 11.0 ‎26 x 14 x 4.5
Weight (lb) 3.4 2.4
Fabric 100% Nylon Nylon
Color Black 2 colors and patterns
Warranty The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 1, 2015 November 9, 2017
Rating 4.4 4.6
Price Under $200 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 Custom comfort-grip molded zipper pulls ComfortGrip custom molded loop zipper pullers
Main Compartment Access Front U-Zip access U-zip main opening or full body front access
External Pockets Top pocket, bottom compartment, 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
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Open-air ventilated backpanel with moisture wicking mesh Ventilated back panel
Rain Cover Yes Yes
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Internal perimeter alloy frame Aluminum internal frame
Ventilated Back Yes
Adjustable Length Torso Yes Yes
Hip Belt Pockets Yes Yes
Top / Floating Lid Yes Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective attachment points
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Jade 53 Backpack by Gregory Mountain against the Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack by Gregory Mountain .


Gregory Mountain 's Jade 53 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 53 Backpack has a capacity of 53L (liters), weighs 3.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 23.5 x 13.5 x 11.0. It's made of 100% Nylon and is available in Black 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.