Incase ICON Lite Backpack II vs Ultimate Direction Race Vesta 5.0

The main difference between the Incase ICON Lite Backpack II and the Ultimate Direction Race Vesta 5.0 is that the ICON Lite Backpack II has Zippers (Nylon zipper with webbing pulls) while the Race Vesta 5.0 does not.

Incase ICON Lite Backpack II - Front View
Ultimate Direction Race Vesta 5.0 Front View
Specs Brand Incase Ultimate Direction
Name ICON Lite Backpack II Race Vesta 5.0
Category Laptop Sports
Sub Category Work Running
Capacity (L) 17L 8.1L
Dimensions (in) 19.6 x 12.33 x 5.1 15.25 x 11
Weight (lb) 0.7
Fabric 840D nylon Flex Mono Mesh, MicroMono Mesh, 20D Nylon Sil, Nylon/elastane with Ripstop
Color Black Cloud
Warranty Ultimate Direction 1 Year Warranty
Release Date July 19, 2019
Rating 4.8
Price Under $120 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Shoulder strap shaping
Sternum / Chest Straps Hook and loop sternum adjustability
Zippers Nylon zipper with webbing pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Top access
External Pockets 2 external pockets Front stretch mesh pocket, hydration pocket and bottle pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Bungee straps
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 16" Laptop
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 2L hydration bladder
Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the ICON Lite Backpack II by Incase against the Race Vesta 5.0 by Ultimate Direction .


Incase 's ICON Lite Backpack II is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Ultimate Direction 's Race Vesta 5.0 is a Sports backpack with Running features.

The Incase ICON Lite Backpack II has a capacity of 17L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.6 x 12.33 x 5.1. It's made of 840D nylon and is available in Black in comparison the Ultimate Direction Race Vesta 5.0's capacity is 8.1L with a size of 15.25 x 11 inches. Constructed from Flex Mono Mesh, MicroMono Mesh, 20D Nylon Sil, Nylon/elastane with Ripstop it weighs 0.7 pounds and is available in Cloud.