The main difference between the Arena Team 45 Backpack and the De Soto Transition Pack V8 is that the Team 45 Backpack has Base / Bottom (Reinforced bottom) while the Transition Pack V8 does not.
Specs | Brand | Arena | De Soto |
Name | Team 45 Backpack | Transition Pack V8 | |
Category | Sports | Sports | |
Sub Category | Swimming | Swimming | |
Capacity (L) | 45L | 65L | |
Dimensions (in) | 13.8 x 19.7 x 9.8 | 22 x 13 x 14 | |
Weight (lb) | 1 | 2.0 | |
Fabric | 100% Polyester | 45 Denier Polyester with TPU | |
Color | 40+ colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Arena 30 Days Warranty | De Soto 90 Days Warranty | |
Release Date | May 29, 2019 | January 10, 2017 | |
Rating | 4.9 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $175 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps | Ergonomic shoulder straps |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Waist strap | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | Water-resistant material | |
Zippers | Oversized and robust YKK zippers | Inverted nylon zippers | |
Main Compartment Access | Top zipped access | Top loading access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped front pocket and 4 side pockets | Large front zipped mesh pocket, and 1 zipped side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Large main compartment with laptop sleeve | Interior bladder sleeve and sunglass/goggles case | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other gears | Side pocket can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Integrated grab handle | Long transition rack strap | |
Loops and Attachments | 2 carabiners | 2 D-ring straps, daisy chain, helmet holder | |
Travel Features | TSA Approved / Friendly | TSA approved size | |
Base / Bottom | Reinforced bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Breathable foam padding against back | |
Ventilated Back | Ventilated mesh back panel | ||
Gym / Sports Features | Waterproof Pouch | Ventilated mesh front compartment for wetsuits or shoes | Waterproof bottom compartment for wet gears |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Arena 's Team 45 Backpack is a Sports backpack with Swimming features while De Soto 's Transition Pack V8 is a Sports backpack with Swimming features.
The Arena Team 45 Backpack has a capacity of 45L (liters), weighs 1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13.8 x 19.7 x 9.8. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 40+ colors and patterns in comparison the De Soto Transition Pack V8's capacity is 65L with a size of 22 x 13 x 14 inches. Constructed from 45 Denier Polyester with TPU it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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