Thule Upslope 20L Backpack vs Gregory Mountain Targhee 45 Backpack

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.

Thule Upslope 20L Backpack
Gregory Mountain Targhee 45 Backpack
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

You're currently comparing the Upslope 20L Backpack by Thule against the Targhee 45 Backpack by Gregory Mountain .


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.