The main difference between the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack and the Columbia Zigzag 30L Backpack is that the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable sternum strap) while the Zigzag 30L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Columbia |
Name | Tandem Trail 16L Backpack | Zigzag 30L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Hydration | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 | 18.66 x 14.21 x 3.74 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.66 | 1.0 | |
Fabric | 100% Nylon | 100% Polyester with PU coating | |
Color | Black Fallgrass/Black | 20+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.2 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $75 | Under $100 | |
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 | 2 front zipped pockets and 2 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" |
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Flat padded bottom | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded and quilted backpanel | |
Trekking Pole Holders | Trekking pole attachments | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective zipper pulls | ||
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 30L 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 30L Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 18.66 x 14.21 x 3.74 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester with PU coating it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.
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