Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack vs Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack and the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is that the Tandem Trail Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can fit water bottle) while the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack does not.

Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack Front View
Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Columbia Columbia
Name Tandem Trail Backpack Tandem Trail 16L Backpack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Hydration Hydration
Capacity (L) 22L 16L
Dimensions (in) 10.24 x 11.42 x 19.29 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7
Weight (lb) 1.0 0.66
Fabric 100% Nylon 100% Nylon
Color 10 Colors and patterns Black Fallgrass/Black
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.5 4.2
Price Under $75 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Breathable shoulder straps Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Adjustable sternum strap
Zippers Nylon with reflective zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Rolltop closure Normal top zipped access
External Pockets 2 side pocket Two water bottle pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop mesh sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Gear loops
Lightweight Yes Ultralight construction
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded quilted backpanel Padded and quilted backpanel
Trekking Pole Holders Yes Trekking pole attachments
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective safety accents
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes
Other Features Other Features Hydration compatible, Versatile and customizable Twin Slot webbing

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


Columbia's Tandem Trail Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features while Columbia's Tandem Trail 16L 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 Tandem Trail 16L Backpack's capacity is 16L with a size of 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs 0.66 pounds and is available in Black Fallgrass/Black.