Dakine Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack vs Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack

The main difference between the Dakine Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack and the Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack is that the Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack has Internal Compartments (Internal ebike battery storage and pockets) while the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack does not.

Dakine Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack Front View
Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Dakine Osprey
Name Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack
Category Hydration Hydration
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 14L 20L
Dimensions (in) 8 x 10 x 6.5 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6
Weight (lb) 2.0 1.9
Fabric 100% 450D Ripstop Recycled Polyester 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb
Color 2 colors and patterns 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 28, 2018
Rating 4.0 4.9
Price Under $150 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Breathable ergonomic shoulder straps Bike-specific wing shaped shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded hip belt with pockets Airmesh wrap hipbelt with pockets
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Padded fleece top pocket Front stretch mesh pocket, scratch-free top slash pocket, and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Internal ebike battery storage and pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Deployable external carry straps LidLock helmet carry, light loop attachment
Business & School Features Organizer Pocket Internal organizer pockets Zippered tool organization pocket
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel AirLite Suspension backpanel AirSpeed backpanel
Rain Cover Integrated removable high-visibility raincover
Load Lifters Yes
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective panel and safety light attach
Hydration Features Bladder Size 3L Dakine x Hydrapak® 3D lumbar reservoir w/ quick disconnect Includes Osprey Hydraulics® LT 2.5L reservoir
Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack by Dakine against the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack by Osprey .


Dakine 's Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Osprey 's Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features.

The Dakine Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack has a capacity of 14L (liters), weighs 2.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 8 x 10 x 6.5 . It's made of 100% 450D Ripstop Recycled Polyester and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6 inches. Constructed from 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb it weighs 1.9 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.