Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack vs Patagonia Atom Sling Bag 8L

The main difference between the Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack and the Patagonia Atom Sling Bag 8L is that the Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Atom Sling Bag 8L does not.

Patagonia Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack - Front View
Patagonia Atom Sling Bag 8L Front View
Specs Brand Patagonia Patagonia
Name Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack Atom Sling Bag 8L
Category Mens Sling
Sub Category Daypack Everyday
Capacity (L) 29L 8L
Dimensions (in) 13.5 x 9 x 21 17.72 x 14.17 x 9.45
Weight (lb) 2lbs 1.9oz 0.6
Fabric 100% recycled nylon fabric and webbing Recycled Polyester
Color Pigeon Blue Black
Warranty Patagonia Ironclad Guarantee
Rating 4.6
Price Under $300 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - Hydrophobic adjustable padded strap Adjustable shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Fully waterproof submersible IPX-7 rated bag
Zippers Plastic molded zippers with plastic pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top zip access Side zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 1 pocket on strap
Internal Compartments Internal organizer pocket separates small items from main compartment contents
Water Bottle No
Handles Top grab handle
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Tablet Sleeve Tablet compartment
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Hydrophobic back panel

You're currently comparing the Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack by Patagonia against the Atom Sling Bag 8L by Patagonia .


Patagonia's Guidewater Backpack 29L Backpack is a Mens backpack with Daypack features while Patagonia 's Atom Sling Bag 8L is a Sling backpack with Everyday 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 Atom Sling Bag 8L's capacity is 8L with a size of 17.72 x 14.17 x 9.45 inches. Constructed from Recycled Polyester it weighs 0.6 pounds and is available in Black.