The main difference between the Gregory Mountain Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack and the Gregory Mountain Targhee 45 Backpack is that the Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can hold water bottle) while the Targhee 45 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Gregory Mountain | Gregory Mountain |
Name | Men's Optic 48 Ultralight Backpack | Targhee 45 Backpack | |
Category | Mens | Sports | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Ski | |
Capacity (L) | 48L | 45L | |
Dimensions (in) | 26 x 14 x 4.5 | 30.5 x 11.5 x 11.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.4 | 3.7 | |
Fabric | Nylon | 1000D Cordura Diagonal Edge Guard | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty | The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | November 9, 2017 | July 10, 2019 | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.1 | |
Price | Under $250 | Under $225 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Men's specific die-cut shoulder harness | Padded shoulder straps with insulated hose sleeve |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | Sternum strap with integrated safety whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | 3D comfort cradle hipbelt | Padded hipbelt with zippered pockets and gear loop | |
Zippers | ComfortGrip custom molded loop zipper pullers | Reflective webbing pullers | |
Main Compartment Access | U-zip main opening or full body front access | Full U-zip back access | |
External Pockets | 3 external pockets including weather shield hip belt pocket | Floating top pocket, and 2 zipped front pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Internal hydration sleeve with hose routing loops, universal reservoir hanger, and hydration port | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can hold water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Adjustable attachment loop and upper shock lock | Front straps with aluminum hooks, universal ice tool attachments, deployable helmet carry | |
Business & School Features | Organizer Pocket | Front zippered pocket with organizer | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | External compression straps with cam locking buckles |
Rear Loading Straps | Yes | Yes | |
Base / Bottom | Dual layered bottom panel | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ventilated back panel | Snow shedding back panel |
Rain Cover | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Aluminum internal frame | Internal frame | |
Ventilated Back | Yes | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Yes | 18-20in torso length | |
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | Yes | |
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | Yes | |
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 Targhee 45 Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski 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 Targhee 45 Backpack's capacity is 45L with a size of 30.5 x 11.5 x 11.5 inches. Constructed from 1000D Cordura Diagonal Edge Guard it weighs 3.7 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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