The main difference between the CamelBak Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack and the Outdoor Products Tadpole Hydration Pack is that the Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack has Internal Compartments (Zippered pocket) while the Tadpole Hydration Pack does not.
Specs | Brand | CamelBak | Outdoor Products |
Name | Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack | Tadpole Hydration Pack | |
Category | Hydration | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 16.5L | 3.5L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17.7 x 9.5 x 8.6 | 13.5 x 7.5 x 2.1 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.14 | 0.79 | |
Fabric | 70-denier ripstop nylon | Polyester | |
Color | Black/Reflective | Violet Tulip | |
Warranty | CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee | ||
Release Date | November 2, 2021 | September 20, 2018 | |
Rating | 3.9 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Breathable mesh shoulder strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Removable, adjustable sternum strap | Adjustable chest strap | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Flap with buckle and drawstring closures | Normal top zip access | |
External Pockets | 3 exterior pockets | 2 external pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Zippered pocket | ||
Side Pockets | 2 Side Stretch Pocket | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top carry handle | |
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | 15" laptop | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Cargo compression | Compression straps |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | CRUX™ Reservoir | Available |
CamelBak 's Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features while Outdoor Products 's Tadpole Hydration Pack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features.
The CamelBak Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack has a capacity of 16.5L (liters), weighs 1.14 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.7 x 9.5 x 8.6. It's made of 70-denier ripstop nylon and is available in Black/Reflective in comparison the Outdoor Products Tadpole Hydration Pack's capacity is 3.5L with a size of 13.5 x 7.5 x 2.1 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 0.79 pounds and is available in Violet Tulip.
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