Gregory Mountain Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack vs Gregory Mountain Nano 16 Backpack

The main difference between the Gregory Mountain Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack and the Gregory Mountain Nano 16 Backpack is that the Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack has Zippers (ComfortGrip custom molded loop zipper pullers) while the Nano 16 Backpack does not.

Gregory Mountain Products Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack 1st Front View
Gregory Mountain Products Nano 16 Everyday Outdoor Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Gregory Mountain Gregory Mountain
Name Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack Nano 16 Backpack
Category Mens Outdoor
Sub Category Backpacking Hiking
Capacity (L) 48L 16L
Dimensions (in) ‎26 x 14 x 4.5 17.32 x 9.45 x 1.18
Weight (lb) 2.4 0.7
Fabric Nylon Nylon
Color 2 colors and patterns 4 colors and patterns
Warranty The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date November 9, 2017
Rating 4.6 4.5
Price Under $250 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Men's specific die-cut shoulder harness Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap 3D comfort cradle hipbelt Removable hipbelt
Zippers ComfortGrip custom molded loop zipper pullers
Main Compartment Access U-zip main opening or full body front access Top access with drawcord and flap closure
External Pockets 3 external pockets including weather shield hip belt pocket 2 outer mesh pockets and 1 top zippered pocket
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 Gear loops
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Ventilated back panel Padded back panel
Rain Cover Yes
Internal / External Frame Aluminum internal frame
Ventilated Back Yes
Adjustable Length Torso Yes
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack by Gregory Mountain against the Nano 16 Backpack by Gregory Mountain .


Gregory Mountain 's Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack is a Mens backpack with Backpacking features while Gregory Mountain 's Nano 16 Backpack is a Outdoor 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 Nano 16 Backpack's capacity is 16L with a size of 17.32 x 9.45 x 1.18 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 0.7 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.