The main difference between the Thule Subterra Backpack 34L and the Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack is that the Subterra Backpack 34L has Side Pockets (Side pocket can fit water bottle and other accessories) while the Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Thule | Granite Gear |
Name | Subterra Backpack 34L | Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack | |
Category | Carry On | Travel | |
Sub Category | Travel | Carry on | |
Capacity (L) | 34L | 36L | |
Dimensions (in) | 9.1 x 12.2 x 20.5 | 9.75 x 12.5 x 8.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.8 | 2.9 | |
Fabric | 800D Nylon | Polyester | |
Color | Black | Black | |
Warranty | Thule Guarantee | Granite Gear Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | February 3, 2017 | December 11, 2017 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $125 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Breathable perforated EVA shoulder straps | Load-absorbing EVA foam padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | Load-stabilizing sternum strap | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Durable water-repellent with barrier zippers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Roll top and side zipped access | Clamshell | |
External Pockets | 1 large front and 1 zipped side pocket | 2 zipped front pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Interior sleeve and removable packing cube to organize clothes | Multiple interior pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pocket can fit water bottle and other accessories | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | No | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Padded comfort grab handles | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" | Laptop compartment fits up to 17" |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet pocket | Tablet sleeve | |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | Front pocket with organizer | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Luggage pass through | Add-a-bag pass through | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | Ergonomic, molded foam back panel with lumbar support |
Thule 's Subterra Backpack 34L is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while Granite Gear 's Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack is a Travel backpack with Carry on features.
The Thule Subterra Backpack 34L has a capacity of 34L (liters), weighs 2.8 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 9.1 x 12.2 x 20.5. It's made of 800D Nylon and is available in Black in comparison the Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack's capacity is 36L with a size of 9.75 x 12.5 x 8.5 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 2.9 pounds and is available in Black.
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