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.
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 |
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.
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