The main difference between the Gregory Mountain Targhee 45 Backpack and the Gregory Mountain Men's Optic 55 Ultralight Backpack is that the Targhee 45 Backpack has Internal Compartments (Internal hydration sleeve with hose routing loops, universal reservoir hanger, and hydration port) while the Men's Optic 55 Ultralight Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Gregory Mountain | Gregory Mountain |
Name | Targhee 45 Backpack | Men's Optic 55 Ultralight Backpack | |
Category | Sports | Mens | |
Sub Category | Ski | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 45L | 55L | |
Dimensions (in) | 30.5 x 11.5 x 11.5 | 23.5 x 12.6 x 4.2 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.7 | 2.4 | |
Fabric | 1000D Cordura Diagonal Edge Guard | Nylon | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty | The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | July 10, 2019 | November 9, 2017 | |
Rating | 4.1 | 4.1 | |
Price | Under $225 | Under $225 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps with insulated hose sleeve | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with integrated safety whistle | Sternum and chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hipbelt with zippered pockets and gear loop | 3D comfort cradle hipbelt | |
Zippers | Reflective webbing pullers | ComfortGrip custom molded loop zipper pullers | |
Main Compartment Access | Full U-zip back access | U-zip main opening or full body front access | |
External Pockets | Floating top pocket, and 2 zipped front pockets | 3 external pockets including weather shield hip belt pocket | |
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 | Front straps with aluminum hooks, universal ice tool attachments, deployable helmet carry | Adjustable attachment loop and upper shock lock | |
Business & School Features | Organizer Pocket | Front zippered pocket with organizer | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps with cam locking buckles | External compression straps |
Rear Loading Straps | Yes | Yes | |
Base / Bottom | Dual layered bottom panel | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Snow shedding back panel | Ventilated back panel |
Rain Cover | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | Aluminum internal frame | |
Ventilated Back | Yes | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | 18-20in torso length | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | Yes | |
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | Yes | |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Gregory Mountain 's Targhee 45 Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski features while Gregory Mountain's Men's Optic 55 Ultralight Backpack is a Mens backpack with Backpacking features.
The Gregory Mountain Targhee 45 Backpack has a capacity of 45L (liters), weighs 3.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 30.5 x 11.5 x 11.5. It's made of 1000D Cordura Diagonal Edge Guard and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Gregory Mountain Men's Optic 55 Ultralight Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 23.5 x 12.6 x 4.2 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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