Columbia Drawstring Pack vs Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Drawstring Pack and the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is that the Drawstring Pack has Base / Bottom (Durable nylon base) while the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack does not.

Columbia Drawstring Pack Front View
Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Columbia Columbia
Name Drawstring Pack Tandem Trail 16L Backpack
Category Drawstring Hiking
Sub Category Gym Hydration
Capacity (L) 16L
Dimensions (in) 17.7 x 13.4 x 1.2 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7
Weight (lb) 0.2 0.66
Fabric 100% Nylon with PU Coating 100% Nylon
Color 10 colors and patterns Black Fallgrass/Black
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.7 4.2
Price Under $25 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Drawstring closure doubles as shoulder straps Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Zippers Nylon with reflective zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Drawstring access Normal top zipped access
External Pockets Two water bottle pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop mesh sleeve
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Grab handle carry Top grab handle
Lightweight Yes Ultralight construction
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Base / Bottom Durable nylon base
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded and quilted backpanel
Trekking Pole Holders Trekking pole attachments
Other Features Other Features Hydration compatible, Versatile and customizable Twin Slot webbing

You're currently comparing the Drawstring Pack by Columbia against the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack by Columbia.


Columbia 's Drawstring Pack is a Drawstring backpack with Gym features while Columbia's Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features.

The Columbia Drawstring Pack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 0.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.7 x 13.4 x 1.2. It's made of 100% Nylon with PU Coating and is available in 10 colors and patterns 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.