Kelty Asher 55 Backpack vs Gregory Mountain Nano 18 Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack and the Gregory Mountain Mountain Nano 18 Backpack is that the Asher 55 Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Trekking pole loops) while the Mountain Nano 18 Backpack does not.

Kelty Asher 55 Backpack Front View
Gregory Mountain Products Nano 18 Everyday Outdoor Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Kelty Gregory Mountain
Name Asher 55 Backpack Mountain Nano 18 Backpack
Category Backpacking Backpacking
Sub Category Hiking Hiking
Capacity (L) 55L 18L
Dimensions (in) 28 x 18 x 12 18.8 x 11.4 x 1.9
Weight (lb) 2.7 1.0
Fabric 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester Nylon
Color 3 colors and patterns 4 colors and patterns
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 16, 2020
Rating 4.7 4.5
Price Under $150 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps with load lifter adjustment webbing Air mesh padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded hip belt Removable hip belt
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 front and bottom zipped pocket, 2 side pockets, and mesh hip belt pocket 1 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Trekking pole loops
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel AMP-Flow ventilated back panel Padded back panel
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Internal frame
Adjustable Length Torso FIT-Pro quick + easy torso adjustment system
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Asher 55 Backpack by Kelty against the Mountain Nano 18 Backpack by Gregory Mountain .


Kelty 's Asher 55 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Gregory Mountain 's Mountain Nano 18 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The Kelty Asher 55 Backpack has a capacity of 55L (liters), weighs 2.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 28 x 18 x 12. It's made of 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the Gregory Mountain Mountain Nano 18 Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 18.8 x 11.4 x 1.9 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.