Gregory Zulu 24 LT vs Gregory Citro 24 H2O
Quick take: The Gregory Citro 24 H2O is lighter (2 vs 2.3 lbs).
| Spec | Gregory Zulu 24 LT | Gregory Citro 24 H2O |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $180 | $180 |
| Rating | 4.7★ (13) | 4.5★ (86) |
| Type | Daypack | Daypack |
| Frame Type | Internal Frame | Internal Frame |
| Capacity | 24 L | 24 L |
| Weight | 2.3 lbs | 2.0 lbs |
| Max Load | Not specified by Gregory | Not specified by Gregory |
| Torso Fit | One size | One size |
| Material | 40% recycled 400D polyester ripstop | 210D honeycomb CryptoRip nylon with 420D high density nylon |
| Back Panel | VaporSpan ventilated suspended panel | VaporSpan ventilated suspension |
| Adjustable torso | No | No |
| Ventilated back | Yes | Yes |
| Raincover included | No | No |
| Hipbelt pockets | Yes | Yes |
| Removable lid | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | Yes | Yes |
| Fits BV500 bear can | No | No |
| Warranty | Gregory lifetime warranty | Gregory lifetime warranty |
Pros & cons
Gregory Zulu 24 LT
- ✓The VaporSpan suspended panel is a true trampoline-style back, not a channelled foam pad pretending to ventilate.
- ✓400D polyester ripstop is far more abrasion-resistant than the 100D fabrics on comparable lightweight daypacks.
- ✓40% recycled content in the main fabric.
- ✓Hipbelt pockets are included, which several packs at this price omit.
- ✓2.3 lb is lighter than the Osprey Sirrus 24 at 2.69 lb for the same volume.
- ✓$180 sits below Osprey's Stratos 24 at $190 with a comparable suspension.
- ✓Gregory's lifetime warranty covers manufacturing defects for the life of the pack.
- ✓The LT designation means it is the lighter of the two Zulu day options rather than a stripped-down budget model.
- ✗No torso adjustment; one size only, unlike the Osprey Stratos which adjusts 17-22 in.
- ✗Gregory publishes no maximum load figure for the line.
- ✗2.3 lb is still heavy against a Sportlite 25 at 1.7 lb for 1 L more.
- ✗No rain cover included at $180.
- ✗Only one volume could be confirmed with a current price.
- ✗The suspended panel consumes depth, so packed volume is less than 24 L implies.
- ✗gregory.com blocks automated access, so pricing rests on a single gear-media source.
- ✗Bear-canister fit is not stated and is irrelevant at this size.
Gregory Citro 24 H2O
- ✓A 3 L reservoir is included, larger than the 2.5 L bladder Osprey bundles with the Manta 24.
- ✓2.0 lb undercuts the Osprey Manta 24 by 1.4 lb for the same volume and a bigger bladder.
- ✓$180 is $30 less than the Manta 24 despite the larger reservoir.
- ✓210D honeycomb CryptoRip nylon resists tear propagation better than plain weaves of the same denier.
- ✓Ventilated suspended panel keeps airflow behind a pack that is often worn on hot days.
- ✓Hipbelt pockets included.
- ✓The women's Juno 24 is the direct counterpart at a lower price still.
- ✓Gregory's lifetime warranty.
- ✗No torso adjustment.
- ✗Gregory publishes no maximum load figure.
- ✗The bundled reservoir is wasted cost for anyone who prefers bottles.
- ✗No rain cover included.
- ✗Only one volume could be confirmed with a current price.
- ✗210D is lighter-duty than the 400D ripstop on the Zulu 24 LT at the same price.
- ✗gregory.com blocks automated access, so pricing rests on a single gear-media source.
- ✗Bear-canister fit is not stated and is irrelevant at this size.