Columbia Crescent Peak 23L Backpack vs Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Crescent Peak 23L Backpack and the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is that the Crescent Peak 23L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Buckle waist strap) while the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack does not.

Columbia Crescent Peak 23L Backpack Front View
Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Columbia Columbia
Name Crescent Peak 23L Backpack Tandem Trail 16L Backpack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Hydration Hydration
Capacity (L) 23L 16L
Dimensions (in) ‎19.29 x 13.39 x 3.3 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7
Weight (lb) 0.66
Fabric Nylon 100% Nylon
Color 2 Colors and pattern Black Fallgrass/Black
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 2, 2011
Rating 3.8 4.2
Price Under $300 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Techlite adjustable shoulder straps Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with rescue whistle Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Buckle waist strap
Zippers Nylon with reflective zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top zipped access
External Pockets 2 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket Two water bottle pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop mesh sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Gear loops
Lightweight Ultralight construction
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded and quilted backpanel
Ventilated Back Backdraft ventilated back panel
Trekking Pole Holders Trekking pole attachments
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes
Other Features Other Features Omni-Shield advanced repellency Hydration compatible, Versatile and customizable Twin Slot webbing

You're currently comparing the Crescent Peak 23L Backpack by Columbia against the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack by Columbia.


Columbia's Crescent Peak 23L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features while Columbia's Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration 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 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.