The main difference between the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack and the CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack is that the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable sternum strap) while the Arete™ Sling 8 Pack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | CamelBak |
Name | Tandem Trail 16L Backpack | Arete™ Sling 8 Pack | |
Category | Hiking | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Hydration | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 8L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 | 14.96 x 8.27 x 5.91 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.66 | 0.80 | |
Fabric | 100% Nylon | ||
Color | Black Fallgrass/Black | Black/Reflective | |
Warranty | CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee | ||
Release Date | November 2, 2021 | ||
Rating | 4.2 | 4.3 | |
Price | Under $75 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon with reflective zipper pulls | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top zipped access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Two water bottle pockets | 1 external pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop mesh sleeve | Mesh slip in pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Lightweight | Ultralight construction | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded and quilted backpanel | Breathable air mesh back panel |
Trekking Pole Holders | Trekking pole attachments | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Available | |
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™ Sling 8 Pack 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™ Sling 8 Pack's capacity is 8L with a size of 14.96 x 8.27 x 5.91 inches. Constructed from it weighs 0.80 pounds and is available in Black/Reflective.
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