The main difference between the Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack and the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is that the Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Buckle waist strap) while the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Columbia |
Name | Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack | Tandem Trail 16L Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Hydration | |
Capacity (L) | 27L | 16L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19.8 x 15.12 x 2.99 | 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.2 | 0.66 | |
Fabric | 100% Polyester | 100% Nylon | |
Color | Night Tide | Black Fallgrass/Black | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | January 7, 2020 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | 4.2 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Air mesh padded contoured techlite straps | Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | 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 | 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket | Two water bottle pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Organizational panel | 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 | Elastic cord | ||
Lightweight | Ultralight construction | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" | Padded |
Organizer Pocket | Front organizer pocket | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded and quilted backpanel | |
Trekking Pole Holders | Trekking pole attachments | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | |
Other Features | Other Features | Hydration compatible, Versatile and customizable Twin Slot webbing |
Columbia 's Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Daypack features while Columbia's Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration 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 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.
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