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.
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 |
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.
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