CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack vs Water Buffalo Road Runner Hydration Pack

The main difference between the CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack and the Water Buffalo Road Runner Hydration Pack is that the Arete™ Sling 8 Pack has Internal Compartments (Mesh slip in pockets) while the Road Runner Hydration Pack does not.

CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack - Front View
Water Buffalo Road Runner Hydration Pack Front View
Specs Brand CamelBak Water Buffalo
Name Arete™ Sling 8 Pack Road Runner Hydration Pack
Category Hydration Hydration
Sub Category Hiking Hiking
Capacity (L) 8L 5L
Dimensions (in) 14.96 x 8.27 x 5.91 9 x 15 x 2
Weight (lb) 0.80 0.4
Fabric 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 4.3 4.6
Price Under $100 Under $25
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Padded and ventilated strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Chest strap with safety whistle
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Durable SBS zipper
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 external pocket Front velcro pocket
Internal Compartments Mesh slip in pockets
Water Bottle No
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Bungee cord strap and dual tube clips
Lightweight Yes
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 Available

You're currently comparing the Arete™ Sling 8 Pack by CamelBak against the Road Runner Hydration Pack by Water Buffalo .


CamelBak 's Arete™ Sling 8 Pack 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™ 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 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.