The main difference between the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack and the Columbia Trek™ 24L Backpack is that the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable sternum strap) while the Trek™ 24L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Columbia |
Name | Tandem Trail 16L Backpack | Trek™ 24L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Commuter | |
Sub Category | Hydration | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 24L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 | 5.5 x 11.8 x 16.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.66 | 0.8lb 1oz | |
Fabric | 100% Nylon | 100% Polyester | |
Color | Black Fallgrass/Black | Peach Blossom/Dark Coral | |
Rating | 4.2 | ||
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 front zippered pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop mesh sleeve | Water bottle pocket | |
Side Pockets | 1 side slip in pocket | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Two webbing top handles | |
Lightweight | Ultralight construction | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | Padded; can accommodate most computers up to 15" |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded and quilted backpanel | Padded |
Trekking Pole Holders | Trekking pole attachments | ||
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 Trek™ 24L Backpack is a Commuter 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 Trek™ 24L Backpack's capacity is 24L with a size of 5.5 x 11.8 x 16.5 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 0.8lb 1oz pounds and is available in Peach Blossom/Dark Coral.
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