The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack vs Gregory Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack and the Gregory Mountain Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack is that the Hydra 26L Backpack has Lightweight (Lightweight) while the Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack does not.

The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
Gregory Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack
Specs Brand The North Face Gregory Mountain
Name Hydra 26L Backpack Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Backpacking Travel
Capacity (L) 26L 62L
Dimensions (in) 24 x 15 x 5 28 x 13 x 13
Weight (lb) 2 4.7
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. 100% Nylon
Color Goblin Blue/Beta Blue 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date September 6, 2012
Rating 1 4.8
Price Under $150 Under $300
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap 3D air shoulder harness
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap 3D air hipbelt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Comfort grip custom molded loop zipper pullers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access U-zip main opening or full body front access
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers 9 external pockets including weather shield hip belt pocket
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets Side pockets can hold water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Sunglass quick stow system
Lightweight Lightweight
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Stowable sleeping bag straps
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Base / Bottom Dual layer bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry 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
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Integrated hydration sleeve Yes

You're currently comparing the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face against the Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack by Gregory Mountain.


The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while Gregory Mountain's Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features.

The The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 24 x 15 x 5. It's made of 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue 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.