Gregory Mountain Zulu 55 Backpack vs Gregory Mountain Jade 53 Backpack

The main difference between the Gregory Mountain Zulu 55 Backpack and the Gregory Mountain Jade 53 Backpack is that the Zulu 55 Backpack has Rear Loading Straps (Yes) while the Jade 53 Backpack does not.

Gregory Mountain Zulu 55 Backpack Side View
Gregory Mountain Jade 53 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Gregory Mountain Gregory Mountain
Name Zulu 55 Backpack Jade 53 Backpack
Category Mens Womens
Sub Category Hiking Hiking
Capacity (L) 55L 53L
Dimensions (in) 30 x 13.25 x 12 23.5 x 13.5 x 11.0
Weight (lb) 3.6 3.4
Fabric 100% Nylon 100% Nylon
Color 2 colors and patterns Black
Warranty The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date January 22, 2019 December 1, 2015
Rating 4.8 4.4
Price Under $200 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Die-cut shoulder harness Women's specific die-cut shoulder harness
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with safety whistle and hydration clip Sternum strap with safety whistle and hydration clip
Hip Belt / Waist Strap 3D comfort cradle hipbelt 3D comfort cradle hipbelt
Zippers ComfortGrip custom molded loop zipper pullers Custom comfort-grip molded zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Front U-Zip access Front U-Zip access
External Pockets Floating top pocket with zippered compartment and an underside zippered pocket, front stretch mesh pocket, sleeping bag compartment with divider, and 2 side pockets Top pocket, bottom compartment, and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Adjustable attachment loop and upper shock lock Adjustable attachment loop and upper shock lock
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Base / Bottom Dual layer bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel 3D foam breathable back panel Open-air ventilated backpanel with moisture wicking mesh
Rain Cover Yes Yes
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame External perimeter alloy frame Internal perimeter alloy frame
Ventilated Back Yes
Adjustable Length Torso Yes Yes
Hip Belt Pockets Yes Yes
Top / Floating Lid Yes Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes Yes
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective attachment points Reflective attachment points
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Zulu 55 Backpack by Gregory Mountain against the Jade 53 Backpack by Gregory Mountain .


Gregory Mountain 's Zulu 55 Backpack is a Mens backpack with Hiking features while Gregory Mountain 's Jade 53 Backpack is a Womens backpack with Hiking features.

The Gregory Mountain Zulu 55 Backpack has a capacity of 55L (liters), weighs 3.6 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 30 x 13.25 x 12. It's made of 100% Nylon and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Gregory Mountain Jade 53 Backpack's capacity is 53L with a size of 23.5 x 13.5 x 11.0 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs 3.4 pounds and is available in Black.