Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40/55 Backpack vs Eddie Bauer Skylar Backpack

The main difference between the Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40/55 Backpack and the Eddie Bauer Skylar Backpack is that the Alchemist 40/55 Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Skylar Backpack does not.

Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40_55 Backpack - Front View
Eddie Bauer Skylar Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Eddie Bauer Eddie Bauer
Name Alchemist 40/55 Backpack Skylar Backpack
Category Hydration Laptop
Sub Category Outdoor School
Capacity (L) 40L - 55L 20L
Dimensions (in) 26.75 x 11.4 x 8.25 17 x 11.5 x 7
Weight (lb) 3 lbs. 14 oz.
Fabric 100% nylon 100% recycled nylon
Color Dark Smoke Black
Release Date May 1, 2012
Rating 4.6
Price Under $250 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with metal and pulls
Main Compartment Access Main compartment side zip—quick access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 4 external pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve,
Side Pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop
Travel Features Compression Straps Compression-molded back panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded
Internal / External Frame Delrin internal frame with integrated tiedown points
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Hydration Ready

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


Eddie Bauer 's Alchemist 40/55 Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Eddie Bauer 's Skylar Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School 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 Skylar Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 17 x 11.5 x 7 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon it weighs pounds and is available in Black.