The main difference between the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack and the Columbia Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack is that the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack has Lightweight (Ultralight construction) while the Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Columbia |
Name | Tandem Trail 16L Backpack | Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Hydration | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 32L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 | 17.2 x 12.68 x 7.99 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.66 | 2.38 | |
Fabric | 100% Nylon | 100% Nylon | |
Color | Black Fallgrass/Black | 3 Colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.2 | 5.0 | |
Price | Under $75 | Under $125 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps | Techlite adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable hip belt | ||
Zippers | Nylon with reflective zipper pulls | 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 haul handle | |
Lightweight | Ultralight construction | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" |
Tablet Sleeve | Fleece lined tablet sleeve | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded and quilted backpanel | Breathable airmesh backpanel |
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 Unisex Hawthorne 32L 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 Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack's capacity is 32L with a size of 17.2 x 12.68 x 7.99 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs 2.38 pounds and is available in 3 Colors and patterns.
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