The main difference between the Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack and the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is that the Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Hip belt) while the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Columbia |
Name | Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack | Tandem Trail 16L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Hydration | |
Capacity (L) | 55L | 16L | |
Dimensions (in) | 14 x 8.5 x 23 | 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.66 | ||
Fabric | 100% Nylon | 100% Nylon | |
Color | 2 Colors and patterns | Black Fallgrass/Black | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.5 | 4.2 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Techlite adjustable shoulder straps | Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Hip belt | ||
Zippers | YKK water resistant zipper | Nylon with reflective zipper pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Rolltop access | Normal top zipped access | |
External Pockets | 6 external pockets and 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 | Ultralight construction | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Backdraft tensioned back panel | Padded and quilted backpanel |
Rain Cover | Integrated pack rain fly | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | Trekking pole attachments | |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | |
Other Features | Other Features | Hydration compatible, Versatile and customizable Twin Slot webbing |
Columbia 's Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while Columbia's Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration 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 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.
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