The main difference between the Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack and the Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack is that the 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material) while the Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Mountaintop | Columbia |
Name | 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack | Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 70L | 55L | |
Dimensions (in) | 29.9 x 13 x 10.2 | 14 x 8.5 x 23 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.0 | ||
Fabric | Nylon | 100% Nylon | |
Color | 10+ colors and patterns | 2 Colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Mountaintop Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | May 31, 2018 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | S-shaped padded shoulder straps | Techlite adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belt with pockets | Hip belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | ||
Zippers | YKK zippers | YKK water resistant zipper | |
Main Compartment Access | Top loading access | Rolltop access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped front pocket, bottom compartment, and 2 side pockets | 6 external pockets and 2 side pocket | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Breathable padded back panel | Backdraft tensioned back panel |
Rain Cover | Rain cover included | Integrated pack rain fly | |
Internal / External Frame | Dual aluminum internal frame | ||
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | 8 level height adjuster | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | Yes | |
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L water bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Mountaintop 's 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while Columbia 's Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.
The Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack has a capacity of 70L (liters), weighs 2.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 29.9 x 13 x 10.2. It's made of Nylon and is available in 10+ colors and patterns in comparison the Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 14 x 8.5 x 23 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs pounds and is available in 2 Colors and patterns.
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