CamelBak Arete™ 14 Hydration Pack 50oz Backpack vs Water Buffalo Road Runner Hydration Pack

The main difference between the CamelBak Arete™ 14 Hydration Pack 50oz Backpack and the Water Buffalo Road Runner Hydration Pack is that the Arete™ 14 Hydration Pack 50oz Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellent) while the Road Runner Hydration Pack does not.

CamelBak Arete™ 14 Hydration Pack 50oz Backpack - Front View
Water Buffalo Road Runner Hydration Pack Front View
Specs Brand CamelBak Water Buffalo
Name Arete™ 14 Hydration Pack 50oz Backpack Road Runner Hydration Pack
Category Hydration Hydration
Sub Category Hiking Hiking
Capacity (L) 13.9L 5L
Dimensions (in) 17.72 x 9.84 x 8.66 9 x 15 x 2
Weight (lb) 1 0.4
Fabric 200-denier recycled ripstop nylon 3 mm SD Ripstop Nylon
Color Black/Reflective 4 colors and patterns
Warranty CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee Water Buffalo Keep Cool Lifetime Warranty
Release Date November 2, 2021 August 8, 2018
Rating 4.4 4.6
Price Under $100 Under $25
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Padded and ventilated strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Chest strap with safety whistle
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Durable SBS zipper
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 + main compartment Front velcro pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve
Water Bottle No
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Bungee cord strap and dual tube clips
Lightweight Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve 13" laptop
Organizer Pocket Organization pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Breathable air mesh back panel
Ventilated Back Ventilated back
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective accents
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 2L BPA-free water bladder (included)
Hydration Compatible CRUX™ Reservoir

You're currently comparing the Arete™ 14 Hydration Pack 50oz Backpack by CamelBak against the Road Runner Hydration Pack by Water Buffalo .


CamelBak 's Arete™ 14 Hydration Pack 50oz Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features while Water Buffalo 's Road Runner Hydration Pack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features.

The CamelBak Arete™ 14 Hydration Pack 50oz Backpack has a capacity of 13.9L (liters), weighs 1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.72 x 9.84 x 8.66. It's made of 200-denier recycled ripstop nylon 3 mm SD and is available in Black/Reflective in comparison the Water Buffalo Road Runner Hydration Pack's capacity is 5L with a size of 9 x 15 x 2 inches. Constructed from Ripstop Nylon it weighs 0.4 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.