The main difference between the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack and the Columbia Zigzag 18L Backpack is that the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable sternum strap) while the Zigzag 18L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Columbia |
Name | Tandem Trail 16L Backpack | Zigzag 18L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Hydration | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 18L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 | 4 x 12 x 17.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.66 | ||
Fabric | 100% Nylon | Polyester | |
Color | Black Fallgrass/Black | 7 Colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.2 | ||
Price | Under $75 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum 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 1 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop mesh sleeve | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Webbing loops | ||
Lightweight | Ultralight construction | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" |
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 Zigzag 18L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday 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 Zigzag 18L Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 4 x 12 x 17.5 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs pounds and is available in 7 Colors and patterns.
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