The main difference between the Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Gear loops) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | The North Face |
Name | Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack | Hydra 26L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 55L | 26L | |
Dimensions (in) | 14 x 8.5 x 23 | 24 x 15 x 5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | ||
Fabric | 100% Nylon | 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. | |
Color | 2 Colors and patterns | Goblin Blue/Beta Blue | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime | |
Rating | 4.5 | 1 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Techlite adjustable shoulder straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Hip belt | Adjustable waist strap | |
Zippers | YKK water resistant zipper | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Rolltop access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 6 external pockets and 2 side pocket | 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | 2 slip-in side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Backdraft tensioned back panel | FlashDry back panel |
Rain Cover | Integrated pack rain fly | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | Integrated hydration sleeve |
Columbia 's Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking 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 The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 24 x 15 x 5 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue.
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