The main difference between the Columbia Crescent Peak 23L Backpack and the Water Buffalo Road Runner Hydration Pack is that the Crescent Peak 23L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Buckle waist strap) while the Road Runner Hydration Pack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Water Buffalo |
Name | Crescent Peak 23L Backpack | Road Runner Hydration Pack | |
Category | Hiking | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Hydration | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 23L | 5L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19.29 x 13.39 x 3.3 | 9 x 15 x 2 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.4 | ||
Fabric | Nylon | Ripstop Nylon | |
Color | 2 Colors and pattern | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | Water Buffalo Keep Cool Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | May 2, 2011 | August 8, 2018 | |
Rating | 3.8 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $300 | Under $25 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Techlite adjustable shoulder straps | Padded and ventilated strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | Chest strap with safety whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Buckle waist strap | ||
Zippers | Durable SBS zipper | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket | Front velcro pocket | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | No | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | Bungee cord strap and dual tube clips | |
Lightweight | Yes | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Ventilated Back | Backdraft ventilated back panel | Ventilated back |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective accents | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 2L BPA-free water bladder (included) | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | ||
Other Features | Other Features | Omni-Shield advanced repellency |
Columbia's Crescent Peak 23L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features while Water Buffalo 's Road Runner Hydration Pack 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 Water Buffalo Road Runner Hydration Pack's capacity is 5L with a size of 9 x 15 x 2 inches. Constructed from Ripstop Nylon it weighs 0.4 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.
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