Atom Packs "The Pinnacle" vs. Exped Impulse 30
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Atom Packs "The Pinnacle" | Feature | Exped Impulse 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 4 |
| 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 | 2 | |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 210d Robic Extreema body | 210 D Robic HD Ripstop Nylon Carbonate PU, 2'500 mm water column |
Key differences between the Atom Packs "The Pinnacle" and Exped Impulse 30
- Opening: Rolltop on the Atom Packs "The Pinnacle"; Top zip on the Exped Impulse 30.
Both have: compression straps, backpack straps, water resistant.
Atom Packs "The Pinnacle" vs. Exped Impulse 30: which should you pack?
The Atom Packs "The Pinnacle" carries the same capacity as the Exped Impulse 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 Atom Packs "The Pinnacle" is the better call.