The main difference between the Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack and the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is that the Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can fit water bottle) while the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Columbia |
Name | Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack | Tandem Trail 16L Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Hydration | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 16L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18 x 12.38 x 8.8 | 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.0 | 0.66 | |
Fabric | 100% Polyester | 100% Nylon | |
Color | 6 Colors and patterns | Black Fallgrass/Black | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.9 | 4.2 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured padded shoulder straps | Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Zippers | Reflective zipper pulls | Nylon with reflective zipper pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal top zipped access | |
External Pockets | 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket | Two water bottle pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Organizational panel | Laptop mesh sleeve | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top haul handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Key clip | ||
Lightweight | Ultralight construction | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" | Padded |
Organizer Pocket | Front organizer pocket | ||
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Padded bottom panel | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded and quilted backpanel | |
Trekking Pole Holders | Trekking pole attachments | ||
Other Features | Other Features | Hydration compatible, Versatile and customizable Twin Slot webbing |
Columbia 's Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Columbia's Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features.
The Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 1.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18 x 12.38 x 8.8. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 6 Colors and patterns in comparison the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack's capacity is 16L with a size of 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs 0.66 pounds and is available in Black Fallgrass/Black.
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