Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40/55 Backpack vs Eddie Bauer Bacon 2.0 Backpack

The main difference between the Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40/55 Backpack and the Eddie Bauer Bacon 2.0 Backpack is that the Alchemist 40/55 Backpack has Compression Straps (Compression-molded back panel) while the Bacon 2.0 Backpack does not.

Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40_55 Backpack - Front View
Eddie Bauer Bacon 2.0 Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Eddie Bauer Eddie Bauer
Name Alchemist 40/55 Backpack Bacon 2.0 Backpack
Category Hydration Ski
Sub Category Outdoor Sports
Capacity (L) 40L - 55L
Dimensions (in) 26.75 x 11.4 x 8.25 22.5 x 10 x 7
Weight (lb) 3 lbs. 14 oz.
Fabric 100% nylon 400D Nylon ripstop
Color Dark Smoke Storm
Release Date May 1, 2012
Rating 4.6
Price Under $250 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt Removable waist belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Main compartment side zip—quick access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 3 external pockets
Side Pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Attachment points for holster poles or axes
Lightweight Lightweight Lightweight
Travel Features Compression Straps Compression-molded back panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Perforated Thermo-formed EVA Back panel
Internal / External Frame Delrin internal frame with integrated tiedown points
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Hydration Ready Hydration Ready

You're currently comparing the Alchemist 40/55 Backpack by Eddie Bauer against the Bacon 2.0 Backpack by Eddie Bauer .


Eddie Bauer 's Alchemist 40/55 Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Eddie Bauer 's Bacon 2.0 Backpack is a Ski backpack with Sports features.

The Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40/55 Backpack has a capacity of 40L - 55L (liters), weighs 3 lbs. 14 oz. pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 26.75 x 11.4 x 8.25. It's made of 100% nylon and is available in Dark Smoke in comparison the Eddie Bauer Bacon 2.0 Backpack's capacity is with a size of 22.5 x 10 x 7 inches. Constructed from 400D Nylon ripstop it weighs pounds and is available in Storm.