The main difference between the Gregory Mountain Men's Baltoro 85 Backpack and the Gregory Mountain Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack is that the Men's Baltoro 85 Backpack has Trekking Pole Holders (Yes) while the Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Gregory Mountain | Gregory Mountain |
Name | Men's Baltoro 85 Backpack | Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack | |
Category | Mens | Mens | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 85L | 48L | |
Dimensions (in) | 28 x 17.5 x 8 | 26 x 14 x 4.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 5.15 | 2.4 | |
Fabric | 630D High-Density Nylon | Nylon | |
Color | Dusk Blue | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty | The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | November 9, 2017 | November 9, 2017 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $350 | Under $250 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | 3D air shoulder harness | Men's specific die-cut shoulder harness |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | 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 | Front U-Zip access | U-zip main opening or full body front access | |
External Pockets | 9 external 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 | Multiple external attachment points | Adjustable attachment loop and upper shock lock | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Rear Loading Straps | Yes | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ventilated back panel | |
Rain Cover | Yes | Yes | |
Internal / External Frame | Aluminum internal frame | ||
Ventilated Back | Yes | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Yes | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | Yes | |
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | Yes | |
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Other Features | Other Features | Sidekick Daypack included doubles as an internal hydration sleeve |
Gregory Mountain's Men's Baltoro 85 Backpack is a Mens backpack with Backpacking features while Gregory Mountain 's Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack is a Mens backpack with Backpacking features.
The Gregory Mountain Men's Baltoro 85 Backpack has a capacity of 85L (liters), weighs 5.15 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 28 x 17.5 x 8. It's made of 630D High-Density Nylon and is available in Dusk Blue 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.
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