The main difference between the De Soto Transition Pack V8 and the Zone3 Transition Backpack is that the Transition Pack V8 has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Waist strap) while the Transition Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | De Soto | Zone3 |
Name | Transition Pack V8 | Transition Backpack | |
Category | Sports | Sports | |
Sub Category | Swimming | Swimming | |
Capacity (L) | 65L | 40L | |
Dimensions (in) | 22 x 13 x 14 | 13.5 x 8.6 x 20.8 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.0 | ||
Fabric | 45 Denier Polyester with TPU | ||
Color | 2 colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | De Soto 90 Days Warranty | Zone3 12 Month Warranty | |
Release Date | January 10, 2017 | February 20, 2018 | |
Rating | 4.5 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $125 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Ergonomic shoulder straps | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Chest straps | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Waist strap | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-resistant material | Waterproof material | |
Zippers | Inverted nylon zippers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top loading access | Front zipped access | |
External Pockets | Large front zipped mesh pocket, and 1 zipped side pocket | Top pockets, bottom pocket, media pocket, and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Interior bladder sleeve and sunglass/goggles case | Large main compartment caters for all your tri clothing, casualwear, shoe & accessory | |
Side Pockets | Side pocket can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottles | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Long transition rack strap | Durable carrying handle | |
Loops and Attachments | 2 D-ring straps, daisy chain, helmet holder | D-rings, helmet carry | |
Headset Opening | Earphone hole | ||
Travel Features | TSA Approved / Friendly | TSA approved size | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Breathable foam padding against back | Padded back panel using 3cm thick foam with breathable mesh material |
Gym / Sports Features | Waterproof Pouch | Waterproof bottom compartment for wet gears | Bottom pocket for tri suit or wetsuits |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes |
De Soto 's Transition Pack V8 is a Sports backpack with Swimming features while Zone3 's Transition 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 Zone3 Transition Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 13.5 x 8.6 x 20.8 inches. Constructed from it weighs pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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