Patagonia Arbor Lid Pack 28L Backpack vs Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack

The main difference between the Patagonia Arbor Lid Pack 28L Backpack and the Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack is that the Arbor Lid Pack 28L Backpack has External Pockets (Zippered exterior front and lid pockets) while the Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack does not.

Patagonia Arbor Lid Pack 28L Backpack - Front View
Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Patagonia Patagonia
Name Arbor Lid Pack 28L Backpack Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack
Category Mens Mens
Sub Category Everyday Daypack
Capacity (L) 28L 29L
Dimensions (in) 19 x 10.5 x 5 13.5 x 9 x 21
Weight (lb) 1lbs 2.3oz 2lbs 1.9oz
Fabric 100% Recycled Polyester Body Fabric with PFC-Free DWR 100% recycled nylon fabric and webbing
Color Black Pigeon Blue
Price Under $100 Under $300
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - Hydrophobic adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Fully waterproof submersible IPX-7 rated bag
Zippers Plastic molded zippers with plastic pulls
Main Compartment Access Flap with buckle and drawstring Normal top zip access
External Pockets Zippered exterior front and lid pockets
Internal Compartments Internal organization pocket Internal organizer pocket separates small items from main compartment contents
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded 15" laptop
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Hydrophobic back panel

You're currently comparing the Arbor Lid Pack 28L Backpack by Patagonia against the Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack by Patagonia.


Patagonia's Arbor Lid Pack 28L Backpack is a Mens backpack with Everyday features while Patagonia's Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack is a Mens backpack with Daypack features.

The Patagonia Arbor Lid Pack 28L Backpack has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 1lbs 2.3oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19 x 10.5 x 5. It's made of 100% Recycled Polyester Body Fabric with PFC-Free DWR and is available in Black in comparison the Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack's capacity is 29L with a size of 13.5 x 9 x 21 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon fabric and webbing it weighs 2lbs 1.9oz pounds and is available in Pigeon Blue.