The main difference between the Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack and the CamelBak Fourteener 26 Hydration Pack is that the Tandem Trail Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can fit water bottle) while the Fourteener 26 Hydration Pack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | CamelBak |
Name | Tandem Trail Backpack | Fourteener 26 Hydration Pack | |
Category | Hiking | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Hydration | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 22L | 23L | |
Dimensions (in) | 10.24 x 11.42 x 19.29 | 21 x 11 x 10 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.0 | 2.5 | |
Fabric | 100% Nylon | ||
Color | 10 Colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee | |
Release Date | February 20, 2020 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $75 | Under $175 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Breathable shoulder straps | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Wing belt | ||
Main Compartment Access | Rolltop closure | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 side pocket | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 hip belt pockets | |
Internal Compartments | 2 interior pockets | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | No | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | Daisy chains, gear loops, trek pole holder | |
Lightweight | Yes | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded quilted backpanel | Air support™ back panel |
Rain Cover | Integrated rain cover | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | Yes | |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective safety accents | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L water bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Columbia's Tandem Trail Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features while CamelBak 's Fourteener 26 Hydration Pack 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 Fourteener 26 Hydration Pack's capacity is 23L with a size of 21 x 11 x 10 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.5 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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