The main difference between the Patagonia Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack and the Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack is that the Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack has Side Pockets (1 side stretch-mesh pocket) while the Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Patagonia | Patagonia |
Name | Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack | Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack | |
Category | Carry On | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | 55L | |
Dimensions (in) | 20 x 12 x 7 | 26 x 12.5 x 7.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2lbs 13oz | 2lbs 13.2oz | |
Fabric | Recycled Fabric | ||
Color | Black | Joya Blue | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $250 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | Adjustable waist strap | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell opening | Dual spindrift access | |
External Pockets | 1 front zip pocket, 1 side stretch-mesh pocket, 1 laptop sleeve | 1 top/flap zip pocket, | |
Internal Compartments | 2 organization pockets | Stash Pocket | |
Side Pockets | 1 side stretch-mesh pocket | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Side 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 | Padded; 16" laptops | |
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin | |
Stowable Straps | Yes | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded |
Patagonia's Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while Patagonia's Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.
The Patagonia Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 2lbs 13oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20 x 12 x 7. It's made of Recycled Fabric and is available in Black 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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