The main difference between the Columbia Crescent Peak 23L Backpack and the CamelBak Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack is that the Crescent Peak 23L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Buckle waist strap) while the Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | CamelBak |
Name | Crescent Peak 23L Backpack | Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Hydration | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 23L | 16.5L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19.29 x 13.39 x 3.3 | 17.7 x 9.5 x 8.6 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.14 | ||
Fabric | Nylon | 70-denier ripstop nylon | |
Color | 2 Colors and pattern | Black/Reflective | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee | |
Release Date | May 2, 2011 | November 2, 2021 | |
Rating | 3.8 | 3.9 | |
Price | Under $300 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Techlite adjustable shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | Removable, adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Buckle waist strap | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Flap with buckle and drawstring closures | |
External Pockets | 2 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket | 3 exterior pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Zippered pocket | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | 2 Side Stretch Pocket | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | 15" laptop | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Cargo compression | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | |
Ventilated Back | Backdraft ventilated back panel | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | CRUX™ Reservoir |
Other Features | Other Features | Omni-Shield advanced repellency |
Columbia's Crescent Peak 23L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features while CamelBak 's Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features.
The Columbia Crescent Peak 23L Backpack has a capacity of 23L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.29 x 13.39 x 3.3. It's made of Nylon and is available in 2 Colors and pattern in comparison the CamelBak Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack's capacity is 16.5L with a size of 17.7 x 9.5 x 8.6 inches. Constructed from 70-denier ripstop nylon it weighs 1.14 pounds and is available in Black/Reflective.
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