The main difference between the Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack and the Columbia Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack is that the Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack has Zippers (Reflective zipper pulls) while the Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Columbia |
Name | Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack | Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Everyday | School | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 27L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18 x 12.38 x 8.8 | 11.81 x 7.87 x 1.97 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.0 | ||
Fabric | 100% Polyester | 100% Polyester with PU coating | |
Color | 6 Colors and patterns | 4 Colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.9 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured padded shoulder straps | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | |
Zippers | Reflective zipper pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket | 2 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Organizational panel | Organizational panel | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top haul handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Key clip | Gear loops | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" |
Organizer Pocket | Front organizer pocket | Front organizer pocket | |
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Padded bottom panel | Flat padded bottom panel |
Columbia 's Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Columbia 's Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School 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 Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack's capacity is 27L with a size of 11.81 x 7.87 x 1.97 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester with PU coating it weighs pounds and is available in 4 Colors and patterns.
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