The main difference between the Columbia Unisex Maxtrail 16L Backpack and the Water Buffalo Road Runner Hydration Pack is that the Unisex Maxtrail 16L Backpack has Back Panel (Breathable 3D EVA backpanel) while the Road Runner Hydration Pack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Water Buffalo |
Name | Unisex Maxtrail 16L Backpack | Road Runner Hydration Pack | |
Category | Hiking | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Hydration | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 5L | |
Dimensions (in) | 16.5 x 10.5 x 1.5 | 9 x 15 x 2 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.4 | ||
Fabric | 100% Nylon | Ripstop Nylon | |
Color | Bright Chartreuse Matcha | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | Water Buffalo Keep Cool Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 8, 2018 | ||
Rating | 5.0 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $25 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Ergonomic shoulder straps | Padded and ventilated strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle | Chest strap with safety whistle | |
Zippers | Durable SBS zipper | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Front velcro pocket | ||
Water Bottle | No | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | Bungee cord strap and dual tube clips | |
Lightweight | Yes | Yes | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Breathable 3D EVA backpanel | |
Ventilated Back | Ventilated back | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective accents | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | 1.5 Liter | Holds 2L BPA-free water bladder (included) |
Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Columbia 's Unisex Maxtrail 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features while Water Buffalo 's Road Runner Hydration Pack 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 Water Buffalo Road Runner Hydration Pack's capacity is 5L with a size of 9 x 15 x 2 inches. Constructed from Ripstop Nylon it weighs 0.4 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.
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