Exped Lightning 50 vs Rab Muon 50L Hiking Pack
The Exped Lightning 50 is 50L and 1.18kg2.6lb; the Rab Muon 50L Hiking Pack is 50L and 1kg2.2lb. The Rab Muon 50L Hiking Pack is 0.18kg0.4lb lighter. The Exped Lightning 50 costs $0.05000000000001137 less. The Exped Lightning 50 fits the carry-on limit of 0 of 36 major airlines and the Rab Muon 50L Hiking Pack fits 0; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Exped Lightning 50 | Rab Muon 50L Hiking Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $269.95Best | $270 |
| Volume | 50L | 50L |
| Weight | 1.18kg2.6lb | 1kg2.2lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 70.1×35.1×24.9cm27.5×14×10in | 75×35×30cm29.5×14×12in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | n/a |
| Bottle pockets | 2 | n/a |
| Opening | Roll-top, roll-top with top zip | Top-loading, Drawstring closure under a removable lid |
| Warranty | 5 years | Lifetime |
| Torso length | 43.2 to 55.9cm (17 to 22in) | n/a |
| Sizes | S/M, L/XL | n/a |
| Organizer | No | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | Yes |
| Frame sheet | Yes | No |
| Water-resistant | No | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | Yes | Yes |
| Sternum strap | No | No |
| Load lifters | Yes | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Bike-ready | No | No |
| Material | 210D HMPE ripstop nylon (1,000 mm water column) and recycled 600D polyester (1,500 mm), PU coated, bluesign approved; 6061-T6 aluminum stay | 100D (85% recycled) high tenacity nylon with Spectra Ripstop |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
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