De Soto Transition Pack V8 vs Arena Fastpack 2.2 Backpack

The main difference between the De Soto Transition Pack V8 and the Arena Fastpack 2.2 Backpack is that the Transition Pack V8 has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Waist strap) while the Fastpack 2.2 Backpack does not.

De Soto Transition Pack V8 Front View
Arena Fastpack 2.2 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand De Soto Arena
Name Transition Pack V8 Fastpack 2.2 Backpack
Category Sports Sports
Sub Category Swimming Swimming
Capacity (L) 65L 40L
Dimensions (in) 22 x 13 x 14 15.7 x 11.8 x 21.7
Weight (lb) 2.0
Fabric 45 Denier Polyester with TPU 100% Polyester
Color 2 colors and patterns 5 colors and patterns
Warranty De Soto 90 Days Warranty Arena 30 Days Warranty
Release Date January 10, 2017 May 29, 2019
Rating 4.5 4.7
Price Under $175 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Ergonomic shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Chest buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant material
Zippers Inverted nylon zippers
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Large front zipped mesh pocket, and 1 zipped side pocket Top, front, and bottom zipped pockets plus 2 mesh side pockets
Internal Compartments Interior bladder sleeve and sunglass/goggles case Breathable inner compartments
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Long transition rack strap Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments 2 D-ring straps, daisy chain, helmet holder Carbiner hook
Travel Features TSA Approved / Friendly TSA approved size
Base / Bottom 3 vent holes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Breathable foam padding against back Breathable mesh back panel
Gym / Sports Features Waterproof Pouch Waterproof bottom compartment for wet gears
Shoe Compartment Bottom compartment fits up to 2 pairs of shoes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Transition Pack V8 by De Soto against the Fastpack 2.2 Backpack by Arena .


De Soto 's Transition Pack V8 is a Sports backpack with Swimming features while Arena 's Fastpack 2.2 Backpack is a Sports backpack with Swimming features.

The De Soto Transition Pack V8 has a capacity of 65L (liters), weighs 2.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 22 x 13 x 14. It's made of 45 Denier Polyester with TPU and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Arena Fastpack 2.2 Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 15.7 x 11.8 x 21.7 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs pounds and is available in 5 colors and patterns.