The main difference between the CamelBak Octane™ 22 Hydration Hiking Pack with Fusion™ 2L Reservoir Backpack and the CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack is that the Octane™ 22 Hydration Hiking Pack with Fusion™ 2L Reservoir Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Dual adjustable sternum straps) while the Arete™ Sling 8 Pack does not.
Specs | Brand | CamelBak | CamelBak |
Name | Octane™ 22 Hydration Hiking Pack with Fusion™ 2L Reservoir Backpack | Arete™ Sling 8 Pack | |
Category | Hydration | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 21L | 8L | |
Dimensions (in) | 16.93 x 11.02 x 9.84 | 14.96 x 8.27 x 5.91 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.98 | 0.80 | |
Fabric | 70-denier diamond ripstop nylon | ||
Color | Black/Apricot | Black/Reflective | |
Warranty | CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee | CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee | |
Release Date | November 3, 2022 | November 2, 2021 | |
Rating | 4.3 | ||
Price | Under $200 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Dual adjustable sternum straps | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Ventilated hipbelt with cargo pockets | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 7 external pockets | 1 external pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Organizational pockets, mesh pockets | Mesh slip in pockets | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Breathable air mesh back panel |
Rain Cover | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Available | Available |
Other Features | Other Features | Included 2-liter Crux™ reservoir with Quicklink™ |
CamelBak 's Octane™ 22 Hydration Hiking Pack with Fusion™ 2L Reservoir Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features while CamelBak 's Arete™ Sling 8 Pack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features.
The CamelBak Octane™ 22 Hydration Hiking Pack with Fusion™ 2L Reservoir Backpack has a capacity of 21L (liters), weighs 1.98 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 16.93 x 11.02 x 9.84. It's made of 70-denier diamond ripstop nylon and is available in Black/Apricot in comparison the CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack's capacity is 8L with a size of 14.96 x 8.27 x 5.91 inches. Constructed from it weighs 0.80 pounds and is available in Black/Reflective.