The main difference between the Gregory Mountain Targhee 45 Backpack and the Thule Upslope 20L Backpack is that the Targhee 45 Backpack has Zippers (Reflective webbing pullers) while the Upslope 20L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Gregory Mountain | Thule |
Name | Targhee 45 Backpack | Upslope 20L Backpack | |
Category | Sports | Sports | |
Sub Category | Ski | Ski | |
Capacity (L) | 45L | 20L | |
Dimensions (in) | 30.5 x 11.5 x 11.5 | 13 x 11 x 21.3 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.7 | 1.7 | |
Fabric | 1000D Cordura Diagonal Edge Guard | 420D Nylon | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty | Thule Guarantee | |
Release Date | July 10, 2019 | November 27, 2020 | |
Rating | 4.1 | 4.4 | |
Price | Under $225 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps with insulated hose sleeve | Adjustable shoulder straps with insulated hydration hose sleeve |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with integrated safety whistle | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hipbelt with zippered pockets and gear loop | Adjustable waist strap | |
Zippers | Reflective webbing pullers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Full U-zip back access | Top and side zipped access | |
External Pockets | Floating top pocket, and 2 zipped front pockets | Zipped side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Internal hydration sleeve with hose routing loops, universal reservoir hanger, and hydration port | Internal hydration sleeve | |
Side Pockets | Side pocket can fit goggles, sunglasses or gloves | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Front straps with aluminum hooks, universal ice tool attachments, deployable helmet carry | Lash points for helmet, ski and board carry system, ice axe loop | |
Business & School Features | Organizer Pocket | Front zippered pocket with organizer | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps with cam locking buckles | Internal and external compression straps |
Rear Loading Straps | Yes | ||
Base / Bottom | Dual layered bottom panel | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Snow shedding back panel | Padded back panel |
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | 18-20in torso length | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Gregory Mountain 's Targhee 45 Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski features while Thule 's Upslope 20L 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 Upslope 20L Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 13 x 11 x 21.3 inches. Constructed from 420D Nylon it weighs 1.7 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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