Rab Protium 35L Day Pack vs Salewa Alp Mate 36L Backpack
The Rab Protium 35L Day Pack is 35L and 1.15kg2.5lb; the Salewa Alp Mate 36L Backpack is 36L and 1.15kg2.5lb. They weigh the same. The Rab Protium 35L Day Pack fits the carry-on limit of 0 of 36 major airlines and the Salewa Alp Mate 36L Backpack fits 0; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Rab Protium 35L Day Pack | Salewa Alp Mate 36L Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $200 | n/a |
| Volume | 35L | 36L |
| Weight | 1.15kg2.5lb | 1.15kg2.5lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 66×28×26cm26×11×10in | 67×32.5×27cm26.5×13×10.5in |
| Opening | Top-loading, Classic lid with internal and external zipped pockets | Top-loading, Top-loading opening with a lid plus a U-shaped front access zip |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 2 years |
| Organizer | No | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | Yes | Yes |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | No | No |
| Rain cover | Yes | Yes |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | Yes | Yes |
| Sternum strap | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | Yes |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | n/a | 150D Polyester, Material 100D Nylon Honeycomb |
| 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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