Thule Subterra Backpack 34L vs Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack

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.

Thule Subterra Backpack 34L F View
Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack Front View
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

You're currently comparing the Subterra Backpack 34L by Thule against the Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack by Granite Gear .


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.