The main difference between the Patagonia Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack and the Patagonia SnowDrifter Pack 30L Backpack is that the Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack has Side Pockets (1 side stretch-mesh pocket) while the SnowDrifter Pack 30L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Patagonia | Patagonia |
Name | Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack | SnowDrifter Pack 30L Backpack | |
Category | Carry On | Snowboard | |
Sub Category | Travel | Sports | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 20 x 12 x 7 | 21.25 x 11.8 x 6.7 | |
Weight (lb) | 2lbs 13oz | 2 lbs 10 oz | |
Fabric | Recycled Fabric | 6.4-oz 420-denier 100% recycled nylon plain weave with a PU coating | |
Color | Black | Red | |
Warranty | Lifetime | ||
Price | Under $200 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Adjustable sternum strap; mesh on the shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | Padded waistbelt with zippered stash pockets | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | DWR (durable water repellent) | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell opening | Two easy-access openings: a wide U-shaped lid and a zip-open back panel | |
External Pockets | 1 front zip pocket, 1 side stretch-mesh pocket, 1 laptop sleeve | 2 zippered waistbelt, 1 avalanche safety compartment | |
Internal Compartments | 2 organization pockets | Spacious, dedicated compartment for snow safety tools and external helmet carry | |
Side Pockets | 1 side stretch-mesh pocket | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Side grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Multiple carry options for skis and snowboards | ||
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 |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Patagonia's Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while Patagonia's SnowDrifter Pack 30L Backpack is a Snowboard backpack with Sports 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 SnowDrifter Pack 30L Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 21.25 x 11.8 x 6.7 inches. Constructed from 6.4-oz 420-denier 100% recycled nylon plain weave with a PU coating it weighs 2 lbs 10 oz pounds and is available in Red.
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