The main difference between the Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack and the Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack is that the Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Hip belt) while the Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Columbia |
Name | Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack | Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 55L | 26L | |
Dimensions (in) | 14 x 8.5 x 23 | 18 x 12.38 x 8.8 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.0 | ||
Fabric | 100% Nylon | 100% Polyester | |
Color | 2 Colors and patterns | 6 Colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.5 | 4.9 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $175 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Techlite adjustable shoulder straps | Contoured padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | Sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Hip belt | ||
Zippers | YKK water resistant zipper | Reflective zipper pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Rolltop access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 6 external pockets and 2 side pocket | 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Organizational panel | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top haul handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | Key clip | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" | |
Organizer Pocket | Front organizer pocket | ||
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Padded bottom panel | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Backdraft tensioned back panel | |
Rain Cover | Integrated pack rain fly | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Columbia 's Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while Columbia 's Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.
The Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack has a capacity of 55L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 14 x 8.5 x 23. It's made of 100% Nylon and is available in 2 Colors and patterns in comparison the Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 18 x 12.38 x 8.8 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 6 Colors and patterns.
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