The main difference between the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack and the Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack is that the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack has Zippers (Nylon with reflective zipper pulls) while the Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Columbia |
Name | Tandem Trail 16L Backpack | Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Hydration | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 27L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 | 19.8 x 15.12 x 2.99 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.66 | 2.2 | |
Fabric | 100% Nylon | 100% Polyester | |
Color | Black Fallgrass/Black | Night Tide | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | January 7, 2020 | ||
Rating | 4.2 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $75 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps | Air mesh padded contoured techlite straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Buckle waist strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon with reflective zipper pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Two water bottle pockets | 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop mesh sleeve | Organizational panel | |
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 | Padded | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" |
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 Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features while Columbia 's Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Daypack 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 Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack's capacity is 27L with a size of 19.8 x 15.12 x 2.99 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in Night Tide.
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