CamelBak Fourteener 26 Hydration Pack vs CamelBak Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack

The main difference between the CamelBak Fourteener 26 Hydration Pack and the CamelBak Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack is that the Fourteener 26 Hydration Pack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Wing belt ) while the Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack does not.

CamelBak Fourteener 26 Hydration Pack Front View
CamelBak Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand CamelBak CamelBak
Name Fourteener 26 Hydration Pack Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack
Category Hydration Hydration
Sub Category Hiking Hiking
Capacity (L) 23L 16.5L
Dimensions (in) 21 x 11 x 10 17.7 x 9.5 x 8.6
Weight (lb) 2.5 1.14
Fabric 70-denier ripstop nylon
Color 2 colors and patterns Black/Reflective
Warranty CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee
Release Date February 20, 2020 November 2, 2021
Rating 4.6 3.9
Price Under $175 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Removable, adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Wing belt
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Flap with buckle and drawstring closures
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 hip belt pockets 3 exterior pockets
Internal Compartments 2 interior pockets Zippered pocket
Side Pockets 2 Side Stretch Pocket
Water Bottle No
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Daisy chains, gear loops, trek pole holder
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve 15" laptop
Travel Features Compression Straps Cargo compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Air support™ back panel Padded
Rain Cover Integrated rain cover
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 3L water bladder
Hydration Compatible Yes CRUX™ Reservoir

You're currently comparing the Fourteener 26 Hydration Pack by CamelBak against the Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack by CamelBak .


CamelBak 's Fourteener 26 Hydration Pack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features while CamelBak 's Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features.

The CamelBak Fourteener 26 Hydration Pack has a capacity of 23L (liters), weighs 2.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21 x 11 x 10. It's made of and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the CamelBak Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack's capacity is 16.5L with a size of 17.7 x 9.5 x 8.6 inches. Constructed from 70-denier ripstop nylon it weighs 1.14 pounds and is available in Black/Reflective.