The main difference between the Patagonia Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack and the Patagonia Refugio Backpack is that the Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the Refugio Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Patagonia | Patagonia |
Name | Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack | Refugio Backpack | |
Category | Carry On | Daypack | |
Sub Category | Travel | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 20 x 12 x 7 | 7 x 14 x 17 | |
Weight (lb) | 2lbs 13oz | 2 | |
Fabric | Recycled Fabric | ||
Color | Black | Agave Plume Grey Print | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Nylon zipper | |
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell opening | Normal top zip access | |
External Pockets | 1 front zip pocket, 1 side stretch-mesh pocket, 1 laptop sleeve | 2 zippered mesh pockets, 1 front zip pockets | |
Internal Compartments | 2 organization pockets | Padded Laptop Sleeve | |
Side Pockets | 1 side stretch-mesh pocket | 2 zippered mesh pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Side grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 16" laptops | Padded |
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 Refugio Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Everyday 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 Refugio Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 7 x 14 x 17 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Agave Plume Grey Print.
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