Kelty Slate 30 Backpack vs YETI Crossroads Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Slate 30 Backpack and the YETI Crossroads Backpack 23 is that the Slate 30 Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Crossroads Backpack 23 does not.

Kelty Slate 30 Backpack - Front View
YETI Crossroads Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Kelty YETI
Name Slate 30 Backpack Crossroads Backpack 23
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 30L 23L
Dimensions (in) 19 x 12 x 10 12 x 18 x 7
Weight (lb) 1.63
Fabric 600D Polyester Oxford 1000D Nylon
Color Midnight Navy 2 colors and patterns
Warranty YETI Limited Warranty
Release Date September 30, 2019 October 24, 2019
Rating 4.2 4.8
Price Under $60 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded airmesh shoulder straps Custom shape with dual-density foam shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Sternum strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Clamshell
External Pockets 5 external pockets 1 zipped front pocket, 1 zipped back pocket, and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve Multiple interior pockets
Side Pockets 2 side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Grab handle Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Key fob, bike light loop
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Separate padded laptop pocket fits up to a 15.5” laptop
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded airmesh back panel Articulated back panel

You're currently comparing the Slate 30 Backpack by Kelty against the Crossroads Backpack 23 by YETI .


Kelty 's Slate 30 Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while YETI 's Crossroads Backpack 23 is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.

The Kelty Slate 30 Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 1.63 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19 x 12 x 10. It's made of 600D Polyester Oxford and is available in Midnight Navy in comparison the YETI Crossroads Backpack 23's capacity is 23L with a size of 12 x 18 x 7 inches. Constructed from 1000D Nylon it weighs pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.