The main difference between the Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack and the New Outlander 35L Packable Hiking Backpack is that the Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack has Internal Compartments (Laptop sleeve) while the 35L Packable Hiking Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | New Outlander |
Name | Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack | 35L Packable Hiking Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 35L | |
Dimensions (in) | 7 x 9.88 x 17 | 18.5 x 13 x 7.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.7lb 0.7oz | 0.7 | |
Fabric | 100% Polyester with PU coating | Highly Rip and Water Resistant Nylon | |
Color | Ancient Fossil/Cordovan | 12 colors and patterns | |
Release Date | June 19, 2013 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | ||
Price | Under $50 | Under $25 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J-shape - Adjustable contoured padded shoulder straps | Breathable mesh shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Chest strap with whistle buckle | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Durable and water resistant material | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | 2-way abrasion resistant SBS metal zippers | |
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 | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve | ||
Side Pockets | 2 mesh side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Nylon webbing top handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Carabiner hook | ||
Lightweight | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; fits up to 13" laptop | |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Packable / Foldable | Folds down to 8.5 x 8.5 x 1.2 | |
Compression Straps | External side compression straps | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Foam padded back | |
Reflective Safety Strips | Refective accent |
Columbia's Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features while New Outlander 's 35L Packable Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack 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 New Outlander 35L Packable Hiking Backpack's capacity is 35L with a size of 18.5 x 13 x 7.5 inches. Constructed from Highly Rip and Water Resistant Nylon it weighs 0.7 pounds and is available in 12 colors and patterns.
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