The main difference between the Columbia Crescent Peak 23L Backpack and the CamelBak Chase™ 8 Vest Backpack is that the Crescent Peak 23L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Buckle waist strap) while the Chase™ 8 Vest Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | CamelBak |
Name | Crescent Peak 23L Backpack | Chase™ 8 Vest Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Hydration | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 23L | 6L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19.29 x 13.39 x 3.3 | 17.7 x 9.8 x 7.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.92 | ||
Fabric | Nylon | 420-denier nylon | |
Color | 2 Colors and pattern | Black | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee | |
Release Date | May 2, 2011 | ||
Rating | 3.8 | ||
Price | Under $300 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Techlite adjustable shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | Dual Adjustable Sternum Straps | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Buckle waist strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal top zip access | |
External Pockets | 2 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket | 8 external pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | Elastic pump loop | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | |
Ventilated Back | Backdraft ventilated back panel | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Other Features | Other Features | Omni-Shield advanced repellency | Includes a 2-liter Crux™ reservoir with QuickLink™ |
Columbia's Crescent Peak 23L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features while CamelBak 's Chase™ 8 Vest 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 Chase™ 8 Vest Backpack's capacity is 6L with a size of 17.7 x 9.8 x 7.5 inches. Constructed from 420-denier nylon it weighs 0.92 pounds and is available in Black.
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