Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40/55 Backpack vs Osprey Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack

The main difference between the Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40/55 Backpack and the Osprey Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack is that the Alchemist 40/55 Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable waist belt) while the Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack does not.

Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40_55 Backpack - Front View
Osprey Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Eddie Bauer Osprey
Name Alchemist 40/55 Backpack Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack
Category Hydration Hydration
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 40L - 55L 8L
Dimensions (in) 26.75 x 11.4 x 8.25 18.5 x 8.5 x 6.9
Weight (lb) 3 lbs. 14 oz. 1.2
Fabric 100% nylon 900x600D Polyester
Color Dark Smoke 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 1, 2012 December 5, 2018
Rating 4.6 4.8
Price Under $250 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable waist belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Main compartment side zip—quick access Full front zipped access
External Pockets Top zipped pocket
Internal Compartments Internal scratch-free slash pocket
Water Bottle No
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments LidLock helmet attachment, ;oop for blinky light attachment
Lightweight Lightweight
Travel Features Compression Straps Compression-molded back panel External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Mesh-covered extra deep ridged foam with center air channel
Internal / External Frame Delrin internal frame with integrated tiedown points
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective accent
Hydration Features Bladder Size Includes Osprey Hydraulics LT 2.5L reservoir by Hydrapak
Hydration Compatible Hydration Ready Yes

You're currently comparing the Alchemist 40/55 Backpack by Eddie Bauer against the Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack by Osprey .


Eddie Bauer 's Alchemist 40/55 Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Osprey 's Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor 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 Osprey Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack's capacity is 8L with a size of 18.5 x 8.5 x 6.9 inches. Constructed from 900x600D Polyester it weighs 1.2 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.