Montane Trailblazer XT 35L vs Rab Ascendor 35L Mountain Pack
The Montane Trailblazer XT 35L is 35L and 1.17kg2.6lb; the Rab Ascendor 35L Mountain Pack is 35L and 1.19kg2.6lb. The Montane Trailblazer XT 35L is 0.02kg0lb lighter. The Montane Trailblazer XT 35L costs $25 less. The Montane Trailblazer XT 35L fits the carry-on limit of 1 of 36 major airlines and the Rab Ascendor 35L Mountain Pack fits 0; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Montane Trailblazer XT 35L | Rab Ascendor 35L Mountain Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $175Best | $200 |
| Volume | 35L | 35L |
| Weight | 1.17kg2.6lbBest | 1.19kg2.6lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 3%Best | 0% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 62×25×20cm24.5×10×8in | 68×33×27cm27×13×10.5in |
| Bottle pockets | 2 | n/a |
| Opening | Top-loading, Bivi opening with quick release cord lock, plus zipped main compartment access | Top-loading, Drawstring opening under a detachable lid, plus a side entry |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Organizer | No | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | Yes | Yes |
| Frame sheet | No | Removable |
| Water-resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | Yes | Removable |
| Sternum strap | Yes | Yes |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Bike-ready | No | No |
| Material | RAPTOR CROSS 210D recycled nylon with PFC-free DWR | 210D Robic Ripstop Nylon with Trishield Dura Coating, 200D polyester / Hydroshield lining |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Montane Trailblazer XT 35L | Rab Ascendor 35L Mountain Pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore Airlines | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
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Specs come from each brand's own product page. Fit uses listed dimensions in any orientation. How we score carry-on fit.