The main difference between the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack and the RUPUMPACK Insulated Hydration Backpack is that the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack has Internal Compartments (Laptop mesh sleeve) while the Insulated Hydration Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | RUPUMPACK |
Name | Tandem Trail 16L Backpack | Insulated Hydration Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Hydration | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 18L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 | 18 x 10 x 6 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.66 | 1.4 | |
Fabric | 100% Nylon | Nylon | |
Color | Black Fallgrass/Black | 7 colors and patterns | |
Release Date | February 18, 2019 | ||
Rating | 4.2 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $75 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps | Adjustable padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Adjustable chest strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist straps with pockets | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | High density water-resistant material | ||
Zippers | Nylon with reflective zipper pulls | Heavy duty and hidden-teeth zippers | |
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 | Reinforced top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | D-rings, pipe hose clip | ||
Lightweight | Ultralight construction | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded and quilted backpanel | Ventilated mesh back padding |
Trekking Pole Holders | Trekking pole attachments | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective accents | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | 2.5L BPA free bladder included | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | ||
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 RUPUMPACK's Insulated Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking 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 RUPUMPACK Insulated Hydration Backpack 's capacity is 18L with a size of 18 x 10 x 6 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 1.4 pounds and is available in 7 colors and patterns.
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