The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack vs Gregory Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the Gregory Mountain Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Internal Compartments (Laptop compartment) while the Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack does not.

The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
Gregory Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack
Specs Brand The North Face Gregory Mountain
Name Explore Haulaback Backpack Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Travel
Capacity (L) 43.5L 62L
Dimensions (in) 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 28 x 13 x 13
Weight (lb) 3.34 4.7
Fabric 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish 100% Nylon
Color Peak Purple/Tnf Black 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date September 6, 2012
Rating 5 4.8
Price Under $100 Under $300
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps 3D air shoulder harness
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap 3D air hipbelt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Comfort grip custom molded loop zipper pullers
Main Compartment Access Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access U-zip main opening or full body front access
External Pockets 9 external pockets including weather shield hip belt pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop compartment
Side Pockets Side pockets can hold water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Four padded webbing handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Sunglass quick stow system
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Stowable sleeping bag straps
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Base / Bottom Dedicated zip bottom Dual layer bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded flat back panel
Rain Cover Custom fitted rain cover included
Internal / External Frame Internal wishbone aluminum frame
Ergonomic Matrix ventilated back panel with layered, multi-density foam
Adjustable Length Torso Response A3 suspension with auto angle adjust
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Explore Haulaback Backpack by The North Face against the Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack by Gregory Mountain.


The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Gregory Mountain's Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features.

The The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack has a capacity of 43.5L (liters), weighs 3.34 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 1.5 x 11 x 23.5. It's made of 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish and is available in Peak Purple/Tnf Black in comparison the Gregory Mountain Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack's capacity is 62L with a size of 28 x 13 x 13 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs 4.7 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.