Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack vs Oakley Kitchen Sink Backpack

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.

Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack - Front View
Oakley Kitchen Sink Backpack
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

You're currently comparing the Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack by Columbia against the Kitchen Sink Backpack by Oakley .


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 .