Rab Ascendor 35L Mountain Pack vs Rab Protium 35L Day Pack
The Rab Ascendor 35L Mountain Pack is 35L and 1.19kg2.6lb; the Rab Protium 35L Day Pack is 35L and 1.15kg2.5lb. The Rab Protium 35L Day Pack is 0.04kg0.1lb lighter. The Rab Ascendor 35L Mountain Pack fits the carry-on limit of 0 of 36 major airlines and the Rab Protium 35L Day Pack fits 0; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Rab Ascendor 35L Mountain Pack | Rab Protium 35L Day Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $200 | $200 |
| Volume | 35L | 35L |
| Weight | 1.19kg2.6lb | 1.15kg2.5lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 68×33×27cm27×13×10.5in | 66×28×26cm26×11×10in |
| Opening | Top-loading, Drawstring opening under a detachable lid, plus a side entry | Top-loading, Classic lid with internal and external zipped pockets |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Organizer | No | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | Yes | Yes |
| Frame sheet | Removable | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | No |
| Rain cover | No | Yes |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | Removable | Yes |
| Sternum strap | Yes | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 210D Robic Ripstop Nylon with Trishield Dura Coating, 200D polyester / Hydroshield lining | n/a |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
Both bags pass and fail the same airline size limits.
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