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

The main difference between the Patagonia SnowDrifter Pack 30L Backpack and the Patagonia Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack is that the SnowDrifter Pack 30L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (DWR (durable water repellent)) while the Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack does not.

Patagonia SnowDrifter Pack 30L Backpack - Front View
Patagonia Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Patagonia Patagonia
Name SnowDrifter Pack 30L Backpack Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack
Category Snowboard Carry On
Sub Category Sports Travel
Capacity (L) 30L 30L
Dimensions (in) 21.25 x 11.8 x 6.7 20 x 12 x 7
Weight (lb) 2 lbs 10 oz 2lbs 13oz
Fabric 6.4-oz 420-denier 100% recycled nylon plain weave with a PU coating Recycled Fabric
Color Red Black
Warranty Lifetime
Price Under $200 Under $200
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 with zippered stash pockets 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 Two easy-access openings: a wide U-shaped lid and a zip-open back panel Clamshell opening
External Pockets 2 zippered waistbelt, 1 avalanche safety compartment 1 front zip pocket, 1 side stretch-mesh pocket, 1 laptop sleeve
Internal Compartments Spacious, dedicated compartment for snow safety tools and external helmet carry 2 organization pockets
Side Pockets 1 side stretch-mesh pocket
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Side 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 SnowDrifter Pack 30L Backpack by Patagonia against the Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack by Patagonia.


Patagonia's SnowDrifter Pack 30L Backpack is a Snowboard backpack with Sports features while Patagonia's Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features.

The Patagonia SnowDrifter Pack 30L Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 2 lbs 10 oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21.25 x 11.8 x 6.7. 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 Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 20 x 12 x 7 inches. Constructed from Recycled Fabric it weighs 2lbs 13oz pounds and is available in Black.