Gossamer Gear Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack - Glacier vs Hyperlite Mountain Gear Vertex 32
Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack - Glacier is the lighter of the two by 58 g (2.0 oz).
Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack - Glacier lists for $125.00 less at the manufacturer's price.
Per ounce carried, Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack - Glacier costs less: $11.04/oz against $15.60/oz.
Where to buy
Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack - Glacier
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Weights and prices are the manufacturer’s published figures. The best value in each row is highlighted.
| Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack - Glacier Gossamer Gear | Vertex 32 Hyperlite Mountain Gear | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 20.4 oz | 22.4 oz |
| MSRP | $225.00 | $350.00 |
| Capacity / volume | 38 L | 32 L |
| Price per ounce | $11.04/oz | $15.60/oz |
| Retailers | 1 | 1 |
Which one to choose
- Choose the Gossamer Gear Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack - Glacier if every ounce counts — 20.4 oz against 22.4 oz.
- The Gossamer Gear Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack - Glacier carries more (38 L against 32 L); the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Vertex 32 trades capacity for size.
- Choose the Gossamer Gear Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack - Glacier if value per ounce carried decides it ($11.04/oz against $15.60/oz).
Questions this comparison answers
- Is the Gossamer Gear Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack - Glacier lighter than the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Vertex 32?
- Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack - Glacier is the lighter of the two by 58 g (2.0 oz).
- Which has the lower list price, the Gossamer Gear Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack - Glacier or the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Vertex 32?
- Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack - Glacier lists for $125.00 less in manufacturer list price (MSRP).
- Which is better value per ounce, the Gossamer Gear Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack - Glacier or the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Vertex 32?
- Per ounce carried, Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack - Glacier costs less: $11.04/oz against $15.60/oz of manufacturer list price (MSRP).
Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack - Glacier
The Skala combines a tough yet lightweight frameless design with a backpacking classic: the roll-top main compartment. Secure the top by clipping the ends together for quick access, or fasten it down the sides with the optional side buckles. Easily reach your water bottle pocket using the latest cleat compression hardw
Full specs and prices for the Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack - Glacier →Vertex 32
Designed for best-in-class alpine climbing, scrambling, and technical day hiking performance, the 32L Vertex 32, made with Dyneema® Woven Composite 5. 0, offers a combination of strength, weight savings, and weather resistance absent in this activity space–until now.
Full specs and prices for the Vertex 32 →