Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack vs Columbia Crescent Peak 23L Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack and the Columbia Crescent Peak 23L Backpack is that the Tandem Trail Backpack has Lightweight (Yes) while the Crescent Peak 23L Backpack does not.

Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack Front View
Columbia Crescent Peak 23L Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Columbia Columbia
Name Tandem Trail Backpack Crescent Peak 23L Backpack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Hydration Hydration
Capacity (L) 22L 23L
Dimensions (in) 10.24 x 11.42 x 19.29 ‎19.29 x 13.39 x 3.3
Weight (lb) 1.0
Fabric 100% Nylon Nylon
Color 10 Colors and patterns 2 Colors and pattern
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 2, 2011
Rating 4.5 3.8
Price Under $75 Under $300
General Features Shoulder Straps Breathable shoulder straps Techlite adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Sternum strap with rescue whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Buckle waist strap
Main Compartment Access Rolltop closure Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 side pocket 2 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Gear loops Gear loops
Lightweight Yes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded quilted backpanel
Ventilated Back Backdraft ventilated back panel
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective safety accents
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Yes
Other Features Other Features Omni-Shield advanced repellency

You're currently comparing the Tandem Trail Backpack by Columbia against the Crescent Peak 23L Backpack by Columbia.


Columbia's Tandem Trail Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features while Columbia's Crescent Peak 23L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration 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 Crescent Peak 23L Backpack's capacity is 23L with a size of ‎19.29 x 13.39 x 3.3 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs pounds and is available in 2 Colors and pattern.