The main difference between the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack and the CamelBak Classic Light 70oz Backpack is that the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack has Internal Compartments (Laptop mesh sleeve) while the Classic Light 70oz Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | CamelBak |
Name | Tandem Trail 16L Backpack | Classic Light 70oz Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Hydration | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 4L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 | 17.7 x 9.4 x 1 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.66 | 0.41 | |
Fabric | 100% Nylon | Recycled 50-denier ripstop nylon/135-denier polyester | |
Color | Black Fallgrass/Black | Black | |
Warranty | CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee | ||
Release Date | December 23, 2020 | ||
Rating | 4.2 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $75 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Adjustable Sternum Strap | |
Zippers | Nylon with reflective zipper pulls | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top zipped access | Normal top zip access | |
External Pockets | Two water bottle pockets | 1 + main compartment | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop mesh sleeve | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Light Loop | ||
Lightweight | Ultralight construction | Lightweight | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded and quilted backpanel | Air Support™ Light Back Panel |
Trekking Pole Holders | Trekking pole attachments | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Yes | ||
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 Classic Light 70oz 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 Classic Light 70oz Backpack's capacity is 4L with a size of 17.7 x 9.4 x 1 inches. Constructed from Recycled 50-denier ripstop nylon/135-denier polyester it weighs 0.41 pounds and is available in Black.
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