Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack vs CamelBak Classic Light 70oz Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack and the CamelBak Classic Light 70oz Backpack is that the Tandem Trail Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can fit water bottle) while the Classic Light 70oz Backpack does not.

Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack Front View
CamelBak Classic Light 70oz Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Columbia CamelBak
Name Tandem Trail Backpack Classic Light 70oz Backpack
Category Hiking Hydration
Sub Category Hydration Hiking
Capacity (L) 22L 4L
Dimensions (in) 10.24 x 11.42 x 19.29 17.7 x 9.4 x 1
Weight (lb) 1.0 0.41
Fabric 100% Nylon Recycled 50-denier ripstop nylon/135-denier polyester
Color 10 Colors and patterns Black
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee
Release Date December 23, 2020
Rating 4.5 4.5
Price Under $75 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Breathable shoulder straps Straight - adjustable strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Adjustable Sternum Strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Rolltop closure Normal top zip access
External Pockets 2 side pocket 1 + main compartment
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Gear loops Light Loop
Lightweight Yes Lightweight
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded quilted backpanel Air Support™ Light Back Panel
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective safety accents Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Available

You're currently comparing the Tandem Trail Backpack by Columbia against the Classic Light 70oz Backpack by CamelBak .


Columbia's Tandem Trail Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features while CamelBak 's Classic Light 70oz 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 Classic Light 70oz Backpack's capacity is 4L with a size of 17.7 x 9.4 x 1 inches. Constructed from Recycled 50-denier ripstop nylon/135-denier polyester it weighs 0.41 pounds and is available in Black.