The main difference between the Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack and the Oakley Kitchen Sink Backpack is that the Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Kitchen Sink Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Oakley |
Name | Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack | Kitchen Sink Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 34L | |
Dimensions (in) | 7 x 9.88 x 17 | 20 x 14 x 8 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.7lb 0.7oz | 2.2 | |
Fabric | 100% Polyester with PU coating | 69% Nylon and 31% Polyester | |
Color | Ancient Fossil/Cordovan | Black, Black-Red, Stealth Black | |
Warranty | Oakley 1 Year Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.7 | ||
Price | Under $50 | Under $225 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J-shape - Adjustable contoured padded shoulder straps | Adjustable mesh–lined and padded shoulder straps with 2 pockets |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belt with adjustable waist strap | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal zipped access with flap | |
External Pockets | Bungee storage for wet/dirty gear, two water bottle pockets, 1 top zipped pocket | 1 front, 1 top, 1 bottom and 2 side zipped pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve | Multi-pockets in the front and main compartments | |
Side Pockets | 2 mesh side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Metal carry handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Lightweight metal loops on front panel and daisy chains | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; fits up to 13" laptop | Padded laptop sleeve that fits up to 17" and can be accessed on side exterior |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Abrasion resistant bottom panel | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Foam padded back | Compression-molded back panel |
Ventilated Back | Ventilated back design | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | 4 hip belt pockets | ||
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Metal clasps and shackle on front panel | |
Hidden Pocket | Anti-theft back-side pocket | ||
Gym / Sports Features | Shoe Compartment | Bottom shoe compartment |
Columbia's Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features while Oakley 's Kitchen Sink 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 Oakley Kitchen Sink Backpack's capacity is 34L with a size of 20 x 14 x 8 inches. Constructed from 69% Nylon and 31% Polyester it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in Black, Black-Red, Stealth Black .
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