Atom Packs "The Pinnacle" vs. Exped Black Ice 30
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Atom Packs "The Pinnacle" | Feature | Exped Black Ice 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 2 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| Hip Belt | removable | |
| Sternum Strap | Y | |
| Inside | ||
| Laptop | N | |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| Rain-fly | N | |
| Water Bottle Holder | N | |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 210d Robic Extreema body | 400 D HD ripstop nylon, TPU film laminated, 10'000 mm water column |
Exped Black Ice 30
by Exped
| Capacity | 30 L |
| Weight | 0.1 kg |
| Dimensions | 57×27×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 17% |
| Price | $175 |
Key differences between the Atom Packs "The Pinnacle" and Exped Black Ice 30
- Compression straps: Yes on the Atom Packs "The Pinnacle"; No on the Exped Black Ice 30.
Both have: backpack straps, water resistant.
Atom Packs "The Pinnacle" vs. Exped Black Ice 30: which should you pack?
The Atom Packs "The Pinnacle" carries the same capacity as the Exped Black Ice 30 (30L vs. 30L), and the two are closely matched on weight. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Atom Packs "The Pinnacle"; if you want to travel lighter, the Exped Black Ice 30 is the better call.