Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack vs Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack

The main difference between the Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack and the Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is that the Altvia Pack 36L Backpack has Internal Compartments (1 zip pocket, 1 slip-in pocket) while the 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack does not.

Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack - Front View
Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Patagonia Mountaintop
Name Altvia Pack 36L Backpack 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 36L 70L
Dimensions (in) 23.5 x 12 x 10.5 29.9 x 13 x 10.2
Weight (lb) 2.18 2.0
Fabric 100% recycled nylon Nylon
Color Noble Grey 10+ colors and patterns
Warranty Mountaintop Warranty
Release Date May 31, 2018
Rating 4.5
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap S-shaped padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap Padded hip belt with pockets
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls YKK zippers
Main Compartment Access Flap with buckle Top loading access
External Pockets 2 zip hip belt pockets 1 zipped front pocket, bottom compartment, and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments 1 zip pocket, 1 slip-in pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Breathable padded back panel
Rain Cover Rain cover included; pack volume is 36 liters 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 Yes

You're currently comparing the Altvia Pack 36L Backpack by Patagonia against the 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack by Mountaintop .


Patagonia's Altvia Pack 36L Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Mountaintop 's 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.

The Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack has a capacity of 36L (liters), weighs 2.18 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 23.5 x 12 x 10.5. It's made of 100% recycled nylon and is available in Noble Grey in comparison the Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack's capacity is 70L with a size of 29.9 x 13 x 10.2 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 10+ colors and patterns.