Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack vs CamelBak Arete™ 14 Hydration Pack 50oz Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack and the CamelBak Arete™ 14 Hydration Pack 50oz Backpack is that the Tandem Trail Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can fit water bottle) while the Arete™ 14 Hydration Pack 50oz Backpack does not.

Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack Front View
CamelBak Arete™ 14 Hydration Pack 50oz Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Columbia CamelBak
Name Tandem Trail Backpack Arete™ 14 Hydration Pack 50oz Backpack
Category Hiking Hydration
Sub Category Hydration Hiking
Capacity (L) 22L 13.9L
Dimensions (in) 10.24 x 11.42 x 19.29 17.72 x 9.84 x 8.66
Weight (lb) 1.0 1
Fabric 100% Nylon 200-denier recycled ripstop nylon 3 mm SD
Color 10 Colors and patterns Black/Reflective
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee
Release Date November 2, 2021
Rating 4.5 4.4
Price Under $75 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Breathable shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Adjustable sternum strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Rolltop closure Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 side pocket 1 + main compartment
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Gear loops
Lightweight Yes Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve 13" laptop
Organizer Pocket Organization pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded quilted backpanel Breathable air mesh back panel
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective safety accents
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes CRUX™ Reservoir

You're currently comparing the Tandem Trail Backpack by Columbia against the Arete™ 14 Hydration Pack 50oz Backpack by CamelBak .


Columbia's Tandem Trail Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features while CamelBak 's Arete™ 14 Hydration Pack 50oz Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features.

The Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack has a capacity of 22L (liters), weighs 1.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 10.24 x 11.42 x 19.29. It's made of 100% Nylon and is available in 10 Colors and patterns in comparison the CamelBak Arete™ 14 Hydration Pack 50oz Backpack's capacity is 13.9L with a size of 17.72 x 9.84 x 8.66 inches. Constructed from 200-denier recycled ripstop nylon 3 mm SD it weighs 1 pounds and is available in Black/Reflective.