The main difference between the Columbia Unisex Maxtrail 16L Backpack and the CamelBak Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack is that the Unisex Maxtrail 16L Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Gear loops) while the Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | CamelBak |
Name | Unisex Maxtrail 16L Backpack | Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Hydration | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 16.5L | |
Dimensions (in) | 16.5 x 10.5 x 1.5 | 17.7 x 9.5 x 8.6 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.14 | ||
Fabric | 100% Nylon | 70-denier ripstop nylon | |
Color | Bright Chartreuse Matcha | Black/Reflective | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee | |
Release Date | November 2, 2021 | ||
Rating | 5.0 | 3.9 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Ergonomic shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle | Removable, adjustable sternum strap | |
Main Compartment Access | Top zipped access | Flap with buckle and drawstring closures | |
External Pockets | 3 exterior pockets | ||
Internal Compartments | Zippered pocket | ||
Side Pockets | 2 Side Stretch Pocket | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | ||
Lightweight | Yes | Lightweight | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | 15" laptop | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Cargo compression | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Breathable 3D EVA backpanel | Padded |
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | 1.5 Liter | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | CRUX™ Reservoir |
Columbia 's Unisex Maxtrail 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features while CamelBak 's Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features.
The Columbia Unisex Maxtrail 16L Backpack has a capacity of 16L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 16.5 x 10.5 x 1.5 . It's made of 100% Nylon and is available in Bright Chartreuse Matcha in comparison the CamelBak Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack's capacity is 16.5L with a size of 17.7 x 9.5 x 8.6 inches. Constructed from 70-denier ripstop nylon it weighs 1.14 pounds and is available in Black/Reflective.
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