Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack vs Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack

The main difference between the Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack and the Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack is that the Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Fully waterproof submersible IPX-7 rated bag) while the Altvia Pack 36L Backpack does not.

Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack - Front View
Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Patagonia Patagonia
Name Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack Altvia Pack 36L Backpack
Category Mens Backpacking
Sub Category Daypack Hiking
Capacity (L) 29L 36L
Dimensions (in) 13.5 x 9 x 21 23.5 x 12 x 10.5
Weight (lb) 2lbs 1.9oz 2.18
Fabric 100% recycled nylon fabric and webbing 100% recycled nylon
Color Pigeon Blue Noble Grey
Price Under $300 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - Hydrophobic 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
Water Proof / Water Resistant Fully waterproof submersible IPX-7 rated bag
Zippers Plastic molded zippers with plastic pulls Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top zip access Flap with buckle
External Pockets 2 zip hip belt pockets
Internal Compartments Internal organizer pocket separates small items from main compartment contents 1 zip pocket, 1 slip-in pocket
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Hydrophobic back panel Padded
Rain Cover Rain cover included; pack volume is 36 liters
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack by Patagonia against the Altvia Pack 36L Backpack by Patagonia.


Patagonia's Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack is a Mens backpack with Daypack features while Patagonia's Altvia Pack 36L Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack has a capacity of 29L (liters), weighs 2lbs 1.9oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13.5 x 9 x 21. It's made of 100% recycled nylon fabric and webbing and is available in Pigeon Blue in comparison the Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack's capacity is 36L with a size of 23.5 x 12 x 10.5 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon it weighs 2.18 pounds and is available in Noble Grey.