The main difference between the Patagonia SnowDrifter Pack 20L Backpack and the Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack is that the SnowDrifter Pack 20L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (DWR (durable water repellent)) while the Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Patagonia | Patagonia |
Name | SnowDrifter Pack 20L Backpack | Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack | |
Category | Snowboard | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Sports | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 20L | 55L | |
Dimensions (in) | 5.9 x 11.8 x 22.5 | 26 x 12.5 x 7.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2lb 1 oz | 2lbs 13.2oz | |
Fabric | 6.4-oz 420-denier 100% recycled nylon plain weave with a PU coating | ||
Color | Red | Joya Blue | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $250 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable sternum strap; mesh on the shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded waistbelt | Adjustable waist strap | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | DWR (durable water repellent) | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Long, bridge-style opening for quick access | Dual spindrift access | |
External Pockets | 1 top/flap zip pocket, | ||
Internal Compartments | Internal organization for snow safety tools and external helmet carry | Stash Pocket | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Multiple carry options for skis and snowboards | Adjustable ice-axe carry, Removable compression straps, Three-point, over-the-top rope-carrying system | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded |
Patagonia's SnowDrifter Pack 20L Backpack is a Snowboard backpack with Sports features while Patagonia's Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.
The Patagonia SnowDrifter Pack 20L Backpack has a capacity of 20L (liters), weighs 2lb 1 oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 5.9 x 11.8 x 22.5. It's made of 6.4-oz 420-denier 100% recycled nylon plain weave with a PU coating and is available in Red in comparison the Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 26 x 12.5 x 7.5 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2lbs 13.2oz pounds and is available in Joya Blue.
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