The main difference between the Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack and the Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack is that the 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material) while the Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Mountaintop | Patagonia |
Name | 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack | Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 70L | 55L | |
Dimensions (in) | 29.9 x 13 x 10.2 | 26 x 12.5 x 7.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.0 | 2lbs 13.2oz | |
Fabric | Nylon | ||
Color | 10+ colors and patterns | Joya Blue | |
Warranty | Mountaintop Warranty | ||
Release Date | May 31, 2018 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $250 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | S-shaped padded shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belt with pockets | Adjustable waist strap | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | ||
Zippers | YKK zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Top loading access | Dual spindrift access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped front pocket, bottom compartment, and 2 side pockets | 1 top/flap zip pocket, | |
Internal Compartments | Stash Pocket | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
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 sleeve | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Breathable padded back panel | Padded |
Rain Cover | Rain cover included | ||
Internal / External Frame | Dual aluminum internal frame | ||
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | 8 level height adjuster | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L water bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Mountaintop 's 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while Patagonia's Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking 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 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.
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