The main difference between the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack and the Water Buffalo Road Runner Hydration Pack is that the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack has Internal Compartments (Laptop mesh sleeve) while the Road Runner Hydration Pack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Water Buffalo |
Name | Tandem Trail 16L Backpack | Road Runner Hydration Pack | |
Category | Hiking | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Hydration | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 5L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 | 9 x 15 x 2 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.66 | 0.4 | |
Fabric | 100% Nylon | Ripstop Nylon | |
Color | Black Fallgrass/Black | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Water Buffalo Keep Cool Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | August 8, 2018 | ||
Rating | 4.2 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $75 | Under $25 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps | Padded and ventilated strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Chest strap with safety whistle | |
Zippers | Nylon with reflective zipper pulls | Durable SBS zipper | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Two water bottle pockets | Front velcro pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop mesh sleeve | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | No | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Bungee cord strap and dual tube clips | ||
Lightweight | Ultralight construction | Yes | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded and quilted backpanel | |
Ventilated Back | Ventilated back | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Trekking pole attachments | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective accents | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 2L BPA-free water bladder (included) | |
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 Water Buffalo 's Road Runner Hydration Pack 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 Water Buffalo Road Runner Hydration Pack's capacity is 5L with a size of 9 x 15 x 2 inches. Constructed from Ripstop Nylon it weighs 0.4 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.
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