Columbia Crescent Peak 23L Backpack vs Columbia Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Crescent Peak 23L Backpack and the Columbia Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack is that the Crescent Peak 23L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with rescue whistle) while the Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack does not.

Columbia Crescent Peak 23L Backpack Front View
Columbia Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack Front view
Specs Brand Columbia Columbia
Name Crescent Peak 23L Backpack Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack
Category Hiking Laptop
Sub Category Hydration Everyday
Capacity (L) 23L 25L
Dimensions (in) ‎19.29 x 13.39 x 3.3 20.24 x 14.72 x 3.35
Weight (lb) 1.0
Fabric Nylon 100% Polyester with PU coating
Color 2 Colors and pattern 4 Colors and patterns
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 2, 2011
Rating 3.8 4.3
Price Under $300 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Techlite adjustable shoulder straps Contoured padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with rescue whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Buckle waist strap
Zippers Reflective zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket 2 side pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top haul handle
Loops and Attachments Gear loops Elastic cord and key clip
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket
Travel Features Base / Bottom Flat padded bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Ventilated Back Backdraft ventilated back panel
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket External bungee straps
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes
Other Features Other Features Omni-Shield advanced repellency

You're currently comparing the Crescent Peak 23L Backpack by Columbia against the Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack by Columbia.


Columbia's Crescent Peak 23L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features while Columbia's Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday 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 Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack's capacity is 25L with a size of 20.24 x 14.72 x 3.35 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester with PU coating it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 4 Colors and patterns.