Mountainsmith Zerk 13 UL Daypack vs Pakt MODE Convertible Bag 14L
The Mountainsmith Zerk 13 UL Daypack is 13L and 0.82kg1.8lb; the Pakt MODE Convertible Bag 14L is 14L and 0.82kg1.8lb. They weigh the same. The Mountainsmith Zerk 13 UL Daypack costs $30.05000000000001 less. The Mountainsmith Zerk 13 UL Daypack fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Pakt MODE Convertible Bag 14L fits 36; under the seat, 1 and 1 of 26.
| Spec | Mountainsmith Zerk 13 UL Daypack | Pakt MODE Convertible Bag 14L |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $164.95Best | $195 |
| Volume | 13L | 14L |
| Weight | 0.82kg1.8lb | 0.82kg1.8lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 4% | 4% |
| Dimensions | 45.7×22.9×12.7cm18×9×5in | 46×28×14cm18×11×5.5in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | 16" |
| Bottle pockets | 2 | n/a |
| Opening | Panel access, Panel loader main compartment | n/a |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Torso length | 38.1 to 48.3cm (15 to 19in) | n/a |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | Yes | No |
| Frame sheet | Yes | No |
| Water-resistant | No | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | Yes | No |
| Sternum strap | Yes | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 100D and 210D ROBIC nylon X-Grid ripstop (UHMWPE) with UTS coating, 150D polyester liner | 420D recycled nylon Wave exterior, recycled nylon interior, PFAS-free water-resistant coating |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
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