The main difference between the Eddie Bauer Alchemist 40/55 Backpack and the USWE Airborne 9 Race Edition Hydration Pack is that the Alchemist 40/55 Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable waist belt) while the Airborne 9 Race Edition Hydration Pack does not.
Specs | Brand | Eddie Bauer | USWE |
Name | Alchemist 40/55 Backpack | Airborne 9 Race Edition Hydration Pack | |
Category | Hydration | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 40L - 55L | 9L | |
Dimensions (in) | 26.75 x 11.4 x 8.25 | 17.7 x 7.4 x 5.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 3 lbs. 14 oz. | 1.3 | |
Fabric | 100% nylon | ||
Color | Dark Smoke | Black/Grey | |
Warranty | USWE 2 Years Warranty | ||
Release Date | May 1, 2012 | May 9, 2021 | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $250 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | High-vent mesh shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Chest straps with stretch support | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Main compartment side zip—quick access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets | ||
Internal Compartments | Interior open pockets for hydration bladder and other accessories | ||
Water Bottle | No | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Helmet carry | ||
Headset Opening | Earphone hole | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Compression-molded back panel | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Lightweight mesh back panel |
Internal / External Frame | Delrin internal frame with integrated tiedown points | ||
Ergonomic | Ergonomic form-fit | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective accents | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | 3L Eliteª hydration bladder with Plug-n-Play coupling | |
Hydration Compatible | Hydration Ready | Yes | |
Other Features | Other Features | 100% bounce free |
Eddie Bauer 's Alchemist 40/55 Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while USWE 's Airborne 9 Race Edition Hydration Pack 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 USWE Airborne 9 Race Edition Hydration Pack's capacity is 9L with a size of 17.7 x 7.4 x 5.5 inches. Constructed from it weighs 1.3 pounds and is available in Black/Grey.
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