The main difference between the CamelBak Chase™ 8 Vest Backpack and the Water Buffalo Road Runner Hydration Pack is that the Chase™ 8 Vest Backpack has Back Panel (Padded) while the Road Runner Hydration Pack does not.
Specs | Brand | CamelBak | Water Buffalo |
Name | Chase™ 8 Vest Backpack | Road Runner Hydration Pack | |
Category | Hydration | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 6L | 5L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17.7 x 9.8 x 7.5 | 9 x 15 x 2 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.92 | 0.4 | |
Fabric | 420-denier nylon | Ripstop Nylon | |
Color | Black | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee | Water Buffalo Keep Cool Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 8, 2018 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | ||
Price | Under $150 | Under $25 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Padded and ventilated strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Dual Adjustable Sternum Straps | Chest strap with safety whistle | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls | Durable SBS zipper | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top zip access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 8 external pockets | Front velcro pocket | |
Water Bottle | No | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Elastic pump loop | Bungee cord strap and dual tube clips | |
Lightweight | Yes | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | |
Ventilated Back | Ventilated back | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Yes | Reflective accents | |
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 2L BPA-free water bladder (included) | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | ||
Other Features | Other Features | Includes a 2-liter Crux™ reservoir with QuickLink™ |
CamelBak 's Chase™ 8 Vest 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 Chase™ 8 Vest Backpack has a capacity of 6L (liters), weighs 0.92 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.7 x 9.8 x 7.5. It's made of 420-denier nylon and is available in Black 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.
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