Patagonia Atom Sling Bag 8L vs Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack

The main difference between the Patagonia Atom Sling Bag 8L and the Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack is that the Atom Sling Bag 8L has External Pockets (1 zipped front pocket and 1 pocket on strap) while the Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack does not.

Patagonia Atom Sling Bag 8L Front View
Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Patagonia Patagonia
Name Atom Sling Bag 8L Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack
Category Sling Mens
Sub Category Everyday Daypack
Capacity (L) 8L 29L
Dimensions (in) 17.72 x 14.17 x 9.45 13.5 x 9 x 21
Weight (lb) 0.6 2lbs 1.9oz
Fabric Recycled Polyester 100% recycled nylon fabric and webbing
Color Black Pigeon Blue
Warranty Patagonia Ironclad Guarantee
Rating 4.6
Price Under $125 Under $300
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder strap 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 Side zipped access Normal top zip access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 1 pocket on strap
Internal Compartments Internal organizer pocket separates small items from main compartment contents
Water Bottle No
Handles Top grab handle
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Tablet Sleeve Tablet compartment
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Hydrophobic back panel

You're currently comparing the Atom Sling Bag 8L by Patagonia against the Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack by Patagonia.


Patagonia 's Atom Sling Bag 8L is a Sling backpack with Everyday features while Patagonia's Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack is a Mens backpack with Daypack features.

The Patagonia Atom Sling Bag 8L has a capacity of 8L (liters), weighs 0.6 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.72 x 14.17 x 9.45. It's made of Recycled Polyester 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.