The main difference between the Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack and the Columbia Unisex Zigzag 22L Backpack is that the Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Unisex Zigzag 22L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Columbia |
Name | Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack | Unisex Zigzag 22L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 22L | |
Dimensions (in) | 7 x 9.88 x 17 | 17.5 x 12 x 7.9 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.7lb 0.7oz | 0.06 | |
Fabric | 100% Polyester with PU coating | 100% Polyester with PU coating | |
Color | Ancient Fossil/Cordovan | 19 Colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.7 | ||
Price | Under $50 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J-shape - Adjustable contoured padded shoulder straps | Padded shoulder straps |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Bungee storage for wet/dirty gear, two water bottle pockets, 1 top zipped pocket | 1 front zipped pocket and 1 side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve | ||
Side Pockets | 2 mesh side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Webbing loops | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; fits up to 13" laptop | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Foam padded back |
Columbia's Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features while Columbia 's Unisex Zigzag 22L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.
The Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack has a capacity of 16L (liters), weighs 0.7lb 0.7oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 7 x 9.88 x 17. It's made of 100% Polyester with PU coating and is available in Ancient Fossil/Cordovan in comparison the Columbia Unisex Zigzag 22L Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of 17.5 x 12 x 7.9 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester with PU coating it weighs 0.06 pounds and is available in 19 Colors and patterns.
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