Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack vs Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack and the Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack is that the Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Hip belt) while the Tandem Trail Backpack does not.

Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack Front View
Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Columbia Columbia
Name Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack Tandem Trail Backpack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Backpacking Hydration
Capacity (L) 55L 22L
Dimensions (in) 14 x 8.5 x 23 10.24 x 11.42 x 19.29
Weight (lb) 1.0
Fabric 100% Nylon 100% Nylon
Color 2 Colors and patterns 10 Colors and patterns
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.5 4.5
Price Under $200 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Techlite adjustable shoulder straps 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
Main Compartment Access Rolltop access Rolltop closure
External Pockets 6 external pockets and 2 side pocket 2 side pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Gear loops Gear loops
Lightweight Yes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Backdraft tensioned back panel Padded quilted backpanel
Rain Cover Integrated pack rain fly
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes Yes
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective safety accents
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack by Columbia against the Tandem Trail Backpack by Columbia.


Columbia 's Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while Columbia's Tandem Trail 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 Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of 10.24 x 11.42 x 19.29 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 10 Colors and patterns.