The main difference between the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack and the Columbia Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack is that the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack has Zippers (Nylon with reflective zipper pulls) while the Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Columbia |
Name | Tandem Trail 16L Backpack | Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Hydration | School | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 27L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 | 11.81 x 7.87 x 1.97 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.66 | ||
Fabric | 100% Nylon | 100% Polyester with PU coating | |
Color | Black Fallgrass/Black | 4 Colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.2 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $75 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | |
Zippers | Nylon with reflective zipper pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Two water bottle pockets | 2 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 | Gear loops | ||
Lightweight | Ultralight construction | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" |
Organizer Pocket | Front organizer pocket | ||
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Flat padded bottom panel | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded and quilted 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 Zigzag 27L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School 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 Zigzag 27L Backpack's capacity is 27L with a size of 11.81 x 7.87 x 1.97 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester with PU coating it weighs pounds and is available in 4 Colors and patterns.
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