The main difference between the Gregory Mountain Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack and the Gregory Mountain Jade 53 Backpack is that the Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack has Rear Loading Straps (Yes) while the Jade 53 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Gregory Mountain | Gregory Mountain |
Name | Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack | Jade 53 Backpack | |
Category | Mens | Womens | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 48L | 53L | |
Dimensions (in) | 26 x 14 x 4.5 | 23.5 x 13.5 x 11.0 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.4 | 3.4 | |
Fabric | Nylon | 100% Nylon | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | Black | |
Warranty | The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty | The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | November 9, 2017 | December 1, 2015 | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.4 | |
Price | Under $250 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Men's specific die-cut shoulder harness | Women's specific die-cut shoulder harness |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | 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 | Custom comfort-grip molded zipper pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | U-zip main opening or full body front access | Front U-Zip access | |
External Pockets | 3 external pockets including weather shield hip belt pocket | Top pocket, bottom compartment, and 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can hold water bottle | 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 | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ventilated back panel | Open-air ventilated backpanel with moisture wicking mesh |
Rain Cover | Yes | Yes | |
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Aluminum internal frame | Internal perimeter alloy 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 |
Gregory Mountain 's Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack is a Mens backpack with Backpacking features while Gregory Mountain 's Jade 53 Backpack is a Womens backpack with Hiking features.
The Gregory Mountain Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack has a capacity of 48L (liters), weighs 2.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 26 x 14 x 4.5. It's made of Nylon and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Gregory Mountain Jade 53 Backpack's capacity is 53L with a size of 23.5 x 13.5 x 11.0 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs 3.4 pounds and is available in Black.
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