The main difference between the Columbia Zigzag 30L Backpack and the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is that the Zigzag 30L Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can fit water bottle) while the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Columbia |
Name | Zigzag 30L Backpack | Tandem Trail 16L Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Hydration | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | 16L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18.66 x 14.21 x 3.74 | 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.0 | 0.66 | |
Fabric | 100% Polyester with PU coating | 100% Nylon | |
Color | 20+ colors and patterns | Black Fallgrass/Black | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.8 | 4.2 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon with reflective zipper pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal top zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 front zipped pockets and 2 side pockets | 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 | Webbing loops | ||
Lightweight | Ultralight construction | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" | Padded |
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Flat padded bottom | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded and quilted backpanel | |
Trekking Pole Holders | Trekking pole attachments | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective zipper pulls | ||
Other Features | Other Features | Hydration compatible, Versatile and customizable Twin Slot webbing |
Columbia 's Zigzag 30L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Columbia's Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features.
The Columbia Zigzag 30L Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 1.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18.66 x 14.21 x 3.74. It's made of 100% Polyester with PU coating and is available in 20+ 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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