The main difference between the CamelBak M.U.L.E.® EVO 12 Hydration Pack 100 oz. Backpack and the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is that the M.U.L.E.® EVO 12 Hydration Pack 100 oz. Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | CamelBak | Columbia |
Name | M.U.L.E.® EVO 12 Hydration Pack 100 oz. Backpack | Tandem Trail 16L Backpack | |
Category | Hydration | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Hydration | |
Capacity (L) | 9L | 16L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18.9 x 8.66 x 3.27 | 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.65 | 0.66 | |
Fabric | 100% Nylon | ||
Color | Black/Silver | Black Fallgrass/Black | |
Warranty | CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee | ||
Release Date | November 2, 2021 | ||
Rating | 4.1 | 4.2 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable strap | Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Double adjustable chest strap | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | Nylon with reflective zipper pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top zipped access | |
External Pockets | Two water bottle pockets | ||
Internal Compartments | Laptop mesh sleeve | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Helmet Carry | ||
Lightweight | Ultralight construction | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Air Support™ Back Panel | Padded and quilted backpanel |
Trekking Pole Holders | Trekking pole attachments | ||
Other Features | Other Features | Hydration compatible, Versatile and customizable Twin Slot webbing |
CamelBak 's M.U.L.E.® EVO 12 Hydration Pack 100 oz. Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features while Columbia's Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features.
The CamelBak M.U.L.E.® EVO 12 Hydration Pack 100 oz. Backpack has a capacity of 9L (liters), weighs 1.65 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18.9 x 8.66 x 3.27. It's made of and is available in Black/Silver in comparison the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack's capacity is 16L with a size of 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs 0.66 pounds and is available in Black Fallgrass/Black.
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