The main difference between the Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack and the Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack is that the Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap) while the Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Columbia |
Name | Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack | Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 27L | 16L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19.8 x 15.12 x 2.99 | 7 x 9.88 x 17 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.2 | 0.7lb 0.7oz | |
Fabric | 100% Polyester | 100% Polyester with PU coating | |
Color | Night Tide | Ancient Fossil/Cordovan | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | January 7, 2020 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Air mesh padded contoured techlite straps | J-shape - Adjustable contoured padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Buckle waist strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket | Bungee storage for wet/dirty gear, two water bottle pockets, 1 top zipped pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Organizational panel | Laptop sleeve | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | 2 mesh side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Elastic cord | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" | Padded; fits up to 13" laptop |
Organizer Pocket | Front organizer pocket | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Foam padded back | |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Columbia 's Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Daypack features while Columbia's Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features.
The Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack has a capacity of 27L (liters), weighs 2.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.8 x 15.12 x 2.99 . It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in Night Tide in comparison the Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack's capacity is 16L with a size of 7 x 9.88 x 17 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester with PU coating it weighs 0.7lb 0.7oz pounds and is available in Ancient Fossil/Cordovan.
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