Patagonia Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack vs Patagonia SnowDrifter Pack 30L Backpack

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.

Patagonia Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack - Front View
Patagonia SnowDrifter Pack 30L Backpack - Front View
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

You're currently comparing the Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack by Patagonia against the SnowDrifter Pack 30L Backpack by Patagonia.


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.