Gregory Mountain Targhee 45 Backpack vs Thule Upslope 20L Backpack

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.

Gregory Mountain Targhee 45 Backpack
Thule Upslope 20L Backpack
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

You're currently comparing the Targhee 45 Backpack by Gregory Mountain against the Upslope 20L Backpack by Thule .


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.