CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack vs CamelBak Classic Light 70oz Backpack

The main difference between the CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack and the CamelBak Classic Light 70oz Backpack is that the Arete™ Sling 8 Pack has Internal Compartments (Mesh slip in pockets) while the Classic Light 70oz Backpack does not.

CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack - Front View
CamelBak Classic Light 70oz Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand CamelBak CamelBak
Name Arete™ Sling 8 Pack Classic Light 70oz Backpack
Category Hydration Hydration
Sub Category Hiking Hiking
Capacity (L) 8L 4L
Dimensions (in) 14.96 x 8.27 x 5.91 17.7 x 9.4 x 1
Weight (lb) 0.80 0.41
Fabric Recycled 50-denier ripstop nylon/135-denier polyester
Color Black/Reflective Black
Warranty CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee
Release Date November 2, 2021 December 23, 2020
Rating 4.3 4.5
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable Sternum Strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top zip access
External Pockets 1 external pocket 1 + main compartment
Internal Compartments Mesh slip in pockets
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Light Loop
Lightweight Lightweight
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Breathable air mesh back panel Air Support™ Light Back Panel
Reflective Safety Strips Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Available Available

You're currently comparing the Arete™ Sling 8 Pack by CamelBak against the Classic Light 70oz Backpack by CamelBak .


CamelBak 's Arete™ Sling 8 Pack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features while CamelBak 's Classic Light 70oz 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 Classic Light 70oz Backpack's capacity is 4L with a size of 17.7 x 9.4 x 1 inches. Constructed from Recycled 50-denier ripstop nylon/135-denier polyester it weighs 0.41 pounds and is available in Black.