Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack vs CamelBak M.U.L.E. 100 oz Hydration Pack

The main difference between the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack and the CamelBak M.U.L.E. 100 oz Hydration Pack is that the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack has Zippers (Nylon with reflective zipper pulls) while the M.U.L.E. 100 oz Hydration Pack does not.

Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack - Front View
CamelBak M.U.L.E. 100 oz Hydration Pack
Specs Brand Columbia CamelBak
Name Tandem Trail 16L Backpack M.U.L.E. 100 oz Hydration Pack
Category Hiking Hydration
Sub Category Hydration Hiking
Capacity (L) 16L 9L
Dimensions (in) 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 17.7 x 8.7 x 9
Weight (lb) 0.66 1.6
Fabric 100% Nylon Sustainable Materials
Color Black Fallgrass/Black 4 colors and patterns
Warranty CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee
Release Date February 20, 2020
Rating 4.2 4.8
Price Under $75 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps Ventilated harness
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removeable waist belt
Zippers Nylon with reflective zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Two water bottle pockets Front zipped and stretch pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop mesh sleeve
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Top grab handle Top haul loop
Loops and Attachments Magnetic tube trap, elastic pump loop, Helmet and armor carry s
Lightweight Ultralight construction
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Organizer Pocket Integrated tool organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded and quilted backpanel Air director back panel
Adjustable Length Torso 17-21in torso fit range
Trekking Pole Holders Trekking pole attachments
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective trims
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 3L crux reservoir
Hydration Compatible Yes
Other Features Other Features Hydration compatible, Versatile and customizable Twin Slot webbing

You're currently comparing the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack by Columbia against the M.U.L.E. 100 oz Hydration Pack by CamelBak .


Columbia's Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features while CamelBak 's M.U.L.E. 100 oz Hydration 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 M.U.L.E. 100 oz Hydration Pack's capacity is 9L with a size of 17.7 x 8.7 x 9 inches. Constructed from Sustainable Materials it weighs 1.6 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.