The main difference between the Thule Upslope 20L Backpack and the Gregory Mountain Targhee 45 Backpack is that the Upslope 20L Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pocket can fit goggles, sunglasses or gloves) while the Targhee 45 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Thule | Gregory Mountain |
Name | Upslope 20L Backpack | Targhee 45 Backpack | |
Category | Sports | Sports | |
Sub Category | Ski | Ski | |
Capacity (L) | 20L | 45L | |
Dimensions (in) | 13 x 11 x 21.3 | 30.5 x 11.5 x 11.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.7 | 3.7 | |
Fabric | 420D Nylon | 1000D Cordura Diagonal Edge Guard | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Thule Guarantee | The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | November 27, 2020 | July 10, 2019 | |
Rating | 4.4 | 4.1 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $225 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps with insulated hydration hose sleeve | Padded shoulder straps with insulated hose sleeve |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Sternum strap with integrated safety whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | Padded hipbelt with zippered pockets and gear loop | |
Zippers | Reflective webbing pullers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top and side zipped access | Full U-zip back access | |
External Pockets | Zipped side pocket | Floating top pocket, and 2 zipped front pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Internal hydration sleeve | Internal hydration sleeve with hose routing loops, universal reservoir hanger, and hydration port | |
Side Pockets | Side pocket can fit goggles, sunglasses or gloves | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Lash points for helmet, ski and board carry system, ice axe loop | Front straps with aluminum hooks, universal ice tool attachments, deployable helmet carry | |
Business & School Features | Organizer Pocket | Front zippered pocket with organizer | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Internal and external compression straps | External compression straps with cam locking buckles |
Rear Loading Straps | Yes | ||
Base / Bottom | Dual layered bottom panel | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | Snow shedding back panel |
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | 18-20in torso length | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Thule 's Upslope 20L Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski features while Gregory Mountain 's Targhee 45 Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski features.
The Thule Upslope 20L Backpack has a capacity of 20L (liters), weighs 1.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13 x 11 x 21.3. It's made of 420D Nylon and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Gregory Mountain Targhee 45 Backpack's capacity is 45L with a size of 30.5 x 11.5 x 11.5 inches. Constructed from 1000D Cordura Diagonal Edge Guard it weighs 3.7 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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