Exped Ridgeline 55 vs Rab Exion 55L Hiking Pack
The Exped Ridgeline 55 is 55L and 2.03kg4.5lb; the Rab Exion 55L Hiking Pack is 55L and 1.95kg4.3lb. The Rab Exion 55L Hiking Pack is 0.08kg0.2lb lighter. The Rab Exion 55L Hiking Pack costs $29.94999999999999 less. The Exped Ridgeline 55 fits the carry-on limit of 0 of 36 major airlines and the Rab Exion 55L Hiking Pack fits 0; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Exped Ridgeline 55 | Rab Exion 55L Hiking Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $299.95 | $270Best |
| Volume | 55L | 55L |
| Expands to | n/a | 60L |
| Weight | 2.03kg4.5lb | 1.95kg4.3lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 78×32×30cm30.5×12.5×12in | 74×33×34cm29×13×13.5in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | n/a |
| Compression straps | n/a | 2 |
| Opening | Roll-top, roll-top plus large front opening | Top-loading, Extendable lid with internal and external pockets, U-shaped front zip and zipped lower entry |
| 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 | Yes |
| Water-resistant | Yes | No |
| Rain cover | Yes | Yes |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | Yes | Yes |
| Sternum strap | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Bike-ready | No | No |
| Material | Recycled 450x300D polyester and recycled 600D Oxford Cordura polyester, PU coated (1,500 mm water column), bluesign approved; recycled 150D lining | 330D Nylon Stripe Dobby with Hydroshield Coating, 600D polyester with Hydroshield coating |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
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