Gossamer Gear Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack vs ULA Equipment UltraGrid Nexus
The Gossamer Gear Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack is 38L and 0.58kg1.3lb; the ULA Equipment UltraGrid Nexus is 40L and 0.61kg1.3lb. The Gossamer Gear Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack is 0.03kg0.1lb lighter. The ULA Equipment UltraGrid Nexus costs $5.009999999999991 less. The Gossamer Gear Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack fits the carry-on limit of 35 of 36 major airlines and the ULA Equipment UltraGrid Nexus fits 35; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Gossamer Gear Skala 38 Ultralight Backpack | ULA Equipment UltraGrid Nexus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $225 | $219.99Best |
| Volume | 38L | 40L |
| Weight | 0.58kg1.3lbBest | 0.61kg1.3lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 97% | 97% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 53.3×27.9×15.2cm21×11×6in | 54.6×29.2×16.5cm21.5×11.5×6.5in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | n/a |
| Compartments | 1 | 1 |
| Opening | Roll-top, Roll top, fastened at the top or down the sides | Top-loading, Extension collar with Y-strap closure |
| Warranty | 1 year | Lifetime |
| Torso length | n/a | 38 to 61cm (15 to 24in) |
| Sizes | n/a | S, M, L |
| Fit | n/a | Unisex |
| Organizer | No | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | Yes | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | No | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | Removable | Yes |
| Sternum strap | Yes | Removable |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | Riptide Ripstop 100D recycled Robic nylon, UHMWPE stretch mesh, PFAS free | Challenge UltraGrid (recycled nylon), Venom Mesh front pocket |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
Both bags pass and fail the same airline size limits.
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