The main difference between the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack and the CamelBak Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack is that the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack has Zippers (Nylon with reflective zipper pulls) while the Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | CamelBak |
Name | Tandem Trail 16L Backpack | Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Hydration | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 16.5L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 | 17.7 x 9.5 x 8.6 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.66 | 1.14 | |
Fabric | 100% Nylon | 70-denier ripstop nylon | |
Color | Black Fallgrass/Black | Black/Reflective | |
Warranty | CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee | ||
Release Date | November 2, 2021 | ||
Rating | 4.2 | 3.9 | |
Price | Under $75 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Removable, adjustable sternum strap | |
Zippers | Nylon with reflective zipper pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top zipped access | Flap with buckle and drawstring closures | |
External Pockets | Two water bottle pockets | 3 exterior pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop mesh sleeve | Zippered pocket | |
Side Pockets | 2 Side Stretch Pocket | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Lightweight | Ultralight construction | Lightweight | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | 15" laptop |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Cargo compression | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded and quilted backpanel | Padded |
Trekking Pole Holders | Trekking pole attachments | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | CRUX™ Reservoir | |
Other Features | Other Features | Hydration compatible, Versatile and customizable Twin Slot webbing |
Columbia's Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features while CamelBak 's Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features.
The Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack has a capacity of 16L (liters), weighs 0.66 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7. It's made of 100% Nylon and is available in Black Fallgrass/Black in comparison the CamelBak Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack's capacity is 16.5L with a size of 17.7 x 9.5 x 8.6 inches. Constructed from 70-denier ripstop nylon it weighs 1.14 pounds and is available in Black/Reflective.
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