Gregory Mountain Targhee 45 Backpack vs Thule Stir Alpine 40L Backpack

The main difference between the Gregory Mountain Targhee 45 Backpack and the Thule Stir Alpine 40L Backpack is that the Targhee 45 Backpack has Zippers (Reflective webbing pullers) while the Stir Alpine 40L Backpack does not.

Gregory Mountain Targhee 45 Backpack
Thule Stir Alpine 40L Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Gregory Mountain Thule
Name Targhee 45 Backpack Stir Alpine 40L Backpack
Category Sports Sports
Sub Category Ski Ski
Capacity (L) 45L 40L
Dimensions (in) 30.5 x 11.5 x 11.5 11.42 x 10.24 x 22.83
Weight (lb) 3.7 2.9
Fabric 1000D Cordura Diagonal Edge Guard Coated 210D Robic, 70D Nylon
Color 2 colors and patterns Obsidian
Warranty The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty Thule Guarantee
Release Date July 10, 2019 January 6, 2021
Rating 4.1 4.8
Price Under $225 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps with insulated hose sleeve Padded shoulder straps with stretch pocket for snack
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with integrated safety whistle Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded hipbelt with zippered pockets and gear loop Hip belt with gear loops
Water Proof / Water Resistant Ultra durable material withstands weather and abrasion
Zippers Reflective webbing pullers
Main Compartment Access Full U-zip back access Top loading and side zipped access
External Pockets Floating top pocket, and 2 zipped front pockets Top floating pocket
Internal Compartments Internal hydration sleeve with hose routing loops, universal reservoir hanger, and hydration port Internal zippered mesh pockets
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Front straps with aluminum hooks, universal ice tool attachments, deployable helmet carry External gear attachment system for skis, helmet, ice axe and more
Business & School Features Organizer Pocket Front zippered pocket with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps with cam locking buckles External compression straps
Stowable Straps Removable lid, frame sheet, hip belt padding and sternum strap
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Base / Bottom Dual layered bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Snow shedding back panel Breathable back panel
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Internal frame
Adjustable Length Torso 18-20in torso length
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Top / Floating Lid Yes Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Targhee 45 Backpack by Gregory Mountain against the Stir Alpine 40L Backpack by Thule .


Gregory Mountain 's Targhee 45 Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski features while Thule 's Stir Alpine 40L Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski 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 Thule Stir Alpine 40L Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 11.42 x 10.24 x 22.83 inches. Constructed from Coated 210D Robic, 70D Nylon it weighs 2.9 pounds and is available in Obsidian.