Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack vs Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack and the Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack is that the Tandem Trail Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable sternum strap) while the Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack does not.

Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack Front View
Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Columbia Columbia
Name Tandem Trail Backpack Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Hydration Daypack
Capacity (L) 22L 16L
Dimensions (in) 10.24 x 11.42 x 19.29 7 x 9.88 x 17
Weight (lb) 1.0 0.7lb 0.7oz
Fabric 100% Nylon 100% Polyester with PU coating
Color 10 Colors and patterns Ancient Fossil/Cordovan
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.5
Price Under $75 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Breathable shoulder straps J-shape - Adjustable contoured padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Rolltop closure Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 side pocket Bungee storage for wet/dirty gear, two water bottle pockets, 1 top zipped pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 mesh side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Gear loops
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; fits up to 13" laptop
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded quilted backpanel Foam padded back
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective safety accents
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Tandem Trail Backpack by Columbia against the Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack by Columbia.


Columbia's Tandem Trail Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features while Columbia's Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack 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 Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack's capacity is 16L with a size of 7 x 9.88 x 17 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester with PU coating it weighs 0.7lb 0.7oz pounds and is available in Ancient Fossil/Cordovan.