Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack vs Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack

The main difference between the Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack and the Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack is that the 40L Hiking Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material ) while the Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack does not.

Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack FRont View
Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Mountaintop Patagonia
Name 40L Hiking Backpack Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack
Category Hiking Backpacking
Sub Category Outdoor Hiking
Capacity (L) 40L 55L
Dimensions (in) 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 26 x 12.5 x 7.5
Weight (lb) 2.1 2lbs 13.2oz
Fabric Polyester
Color 20+ colors and patterns Joya Blue
Warranty Mountaintop Warranty
Release Date August 1, 2016
Rating 4.6
Price Under $50 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps S-curve sponge padded shoulder strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Elastic chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt Adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers YKK zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Dual spindrift access
External Pockets Zipped top, middle and bottom pockets plus two side pockets 1 top/flap zip pocket,
Internal Compartments Spacious main compartment with pockets Stash Pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle or umbrella
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Adjustable ice-axe carry, Removable compression straps, Three-point, over-the-top rope-carrying system
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop pocket fits up to 17"
Tablet Sleeve Separate tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant 40.2 linear inches carry on size compliant
Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Breathable padded back panel Padded
Rain Cover Rain cover included
Ventilated Back Air diversion back system
Trekking Pole Holders Hiking pole attachment
Gym / Sports Features Shoe Compartment Bottom compartment for shoes

You're currently comparing the 40L Hiking Backpack by Mountaintop against the Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack by Patagonia.


Mountaintop 's 40L Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features while Patagonia's Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 2.1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 . It's made of Polyester and is available in 20+ colors and patterns in comparison the Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 26 x 12.5 x 7.5 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2lbs 13.2oz pounds and is available in Joya Blue.