Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack vs TETON Sports Oasis 1100 Hydration Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack and the TETON Sports Oasis 1100 Backpack is that the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack has Zippers (Nylon with reflective zipper pulls) while the Oasis 1100 Backpack does not.

Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack - Front View
TETON Sports Oasis 1100 Hydration Backpack
Specs Brand Columbia TETON Sports
Name Tandem Trail 16L Backpack Oasis 1100 Backpack
Category Hiking Hydration
Sub Category Hydration Hiking
Capacity (L) 16L 18L
Dimensions (in) 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 19.5 x 12 x 2
Weight (lb) 0.66 2
Fabric 100% Nylon 210D Honeycomb Ripstop / 600D PU
Color Black Fallgrass/Black 5 colors and patterns
Warranty TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.2 4.6
Price Under $75 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps Contoured, padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Anti-shock chest strap with whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Expandable waist belt up to 60"
Zippers Nylon with reflective zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Two water bottle pockets 2 zipped front 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 Bungee cord system
Lightweight Ultralight construction
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded and quilted backpanel Notched foam stabilizer
Rain Cover Sewn-in rain cover
Adjustable Length Torso Adjusts to fit all frames comfortably
Trekking Pole Holders Trekking pole attachments
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective trim
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 2L hydration bladder (included)
Hydration Compatible Yes
Other Features Other Features Hydration compatible, Versatile and customizable Twin Slot webbing

You're currently comparing the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack by Columbia against the Oasis 1100 Backpack by TETON Sports.


Columbia's Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features while TETON Sports's Oasis 1100 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 TETON Sports Oasis 1100 Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 19.5 x 12 x 2 inches. Constructed from 210D Honeycomb Ripstop / 600D PU it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 5 colors and patterns.