Salewa Alp Trainer 35+3L Backpack vs The North Face Trail Lite 36
The Salewa Alp Trainer 35+3L Backpack is 35L and 1.35kg3lb; the The North Face Trail Lite 36 is 36L and 1.36kg3lb. The Salewa Alp Trainer 35+3L Backpack is 0.01kg0lb lighter. The Salewa Alp Trainer 35+3L Backpack fits the carry-on limit of 0 of 36 major airlines and the The North Face Trail Lite 36 fits 1; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Salewa Alp Trainer 35+3L Backpack | The North Face Trail Lite 36 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | n/a | $170 |
| Volume | 35L | 36L |
| Expands to | 38L | n/a |
| Weight | 1.35kg3lbBest | 1.36kg3lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 0% | 3%Best |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 65×23×30cm25.5×9×12in | 65×25×21cm25.5×10×8.5in |
| Laptop | n/a | no laptop sleeve |
| Bottle pockets | n/a | 2 |
| Opening | Top-loading, Top-loading with height adjustable lid | Top-loading, Cinch-top opening with removable two-compartment top lid; large zippered main compartment |
| Warranty | 2 years | Lifetime |
| Sizes | n/a | S/M, L/XL |
| Organizer | No | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | Yes | Yes |
| Frame sheet | No | Yes |
| Water-resistant | No | Yes |
| Rain cover | Yes | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | Yes | Yes |
| Sternum strap | Yes | Yes |
| Load lifters | Yes | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Bike-ready | No | No |
| Material | 100Dx280D Nylon Twill, 100D Nylon Honeycomb | 210D nylon ripstop with fluorine-free DWR finish; 600D recycled polyester boot with fluorine-free DWR |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Salewa Alp Trainer 35+3L Backpack | The North Face Trail Lite 36 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
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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.