CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack vs CamelBak Chase™ 8 Vest Backpack

The main difference between the CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack and the CamelBak Chase™ 8 Vest Backpack is that the Arete™ Sling 8 Pack has Internal Compartments (Mesh slip in pockets) while the Chase™ 8 Vest Backpack does not.

CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack - Front View
CamelBak Chase™ 8 Vest Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand CamelBak CamelBak
Name Arete™ Sling 8 Pack Chase™ 8 Vest Backpack
Category Hydration Hydration
Sub Category Hiking Hiking
Capacity (L) 8L 6L
Dimensions (in) 14.96 x 8.27 x 5.91 17.7 x 9.8 x 7.5
Weight (lb) 0.80 0.92
Fabric 420-denier nylon
Color Black/Reflective Black
Warranty CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee
Release Date November 2, 2021
Rating 4.3
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Dual Adjustable Sternum Straps
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top zip access
External Pockets 1 external pocket 8 external pockets
Internal Compartments Mesh slip in pockets
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Elastic pump loop
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Breathable air mesh back panel Padded
Reflective Safety Strips Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Available Yes
Other Features Other Features Includes a 2-liter Crux™ reservoir with QuickLink™

You're currently comparing the Arete™ Sling 8 Pack by CamelBak against the Chase™ 8 Vest Backpack by CamelBak .


CamelBak 's Arete™ Sling 8 Pack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features while CamelBak 's Chase™ 8 Vest Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features.

The CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack has a capacity of 8L (liters), weighs 0.80 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 14.96 x 8.27 x 5.91. It's made of and is available in Black/Reflective in comparison the CamelBak Chase™ 8 Vest Backpack's capacity is 6L with a size of 17.7 x 9.8 x 7.5 inches. Constructed from 420-denier nylon it weighs 0.92 pounds and is available in Black.