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.
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 |
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.
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