Mystery Ranch Pop Up 30 Backpack vs Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack

The main difference between the Mystery Ranch Pop Up 30 Backpack and the Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack is that the Pop Up 30 Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the Tandem Trail Backpack does not.

Mystery Ranch Pop Up 30 Backpack - Front View
Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Mystery Ranch Columbia
Name Pop Up 30 Backpack Tandem Trail Backpack
Category Hydration Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Hydration
Capacity (L) 22L
Dimensions (in) 22.5 x 11 x 11 10.24 x 11.42 x 19.29
Weight (lb) 4.9 1.0
Fabric 330D Lite plus CORDURA® fabric 100% Nylon
Color Coyote 10 Colors and patterns
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.5
Price Under $400 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Breathable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Zippers YKK® zippers
Main Compartment Access Access to the interior via the horseshoe main zipper Rolltop closure
External Pockets 3 external pockets 2 side pocket
Side Pockets Dual stretch-woven side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Gear loops
Lightweight Yes
Travel Features Compression Straps Side and bottom compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded quilted backpanel
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective safety accents
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Available Yes

You're currently comparing the Pop Up 30 Backpack by Mystery Ranch against the Tandem Trail Backpack by Columbia.


Mystery Ranch 's Pop Up 30 Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features while Columbia's Tandem Trail Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features.

The Mystery Ranch Pop Up 30 Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 4.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 22.5 x 11 x 11. It's made of 330D Lite plus CORDURA® fabric and is available in Coyote in comparison the Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of 10.24 x 11.42 x 19.29 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 10 Colors and patterns.