Between the solid option and the mesh option for the Baekdu 2 backpack, which one is lighter?
When choosing the Baekdu 2 backpack, solid and mesh options are available, raising curiosity about whether there is a difference in weight. This question arises from the perspective of wanting to reduce the backpack's own weight as much as possible for long-distance hikes.
Between the two options to choose from for CAYL's Baekdu 2 backpack, the solid option is lighter than the mesh option.
Starting from 897.4g, this is the measured weight for the SM size of the SOLID option for the Baekdu 2 backpack[1][2]. The ML size of the same solid specification is 925.8g[3][4]. On the other hand, when choosing the MESH option, the SM size is 947.4g, and the ML size is 994.2g[5][6]. Whichever size you choose, the solid specification measures lighter than the mesh specification[7][8].
Generally, when a mesh pocket is added to the outside of a backpack, the mesh fabric, elastic bands, and additional stitching increase the weight compared to a single-fabric construction. The mesh specification is useful if you want to quickly insert and remove sweat-soaked clothes or waterproof jackets during a hike without opening the backpack. Conversely, if you want to avoid snagging on bushes or rocks and reduce the weight of the backpack itself even by a little, the solid specification is a suitable choice.
hmmm, this is a crossroads where you decide whether to go for quick access with external storage, or light weight and neat protection.
The difference in abrasion resistance or tensile strength between the front pocket fabrics used in the solid option and the mesh option has not yet been confirmed.