Oakley Kitchen Sink Backpack vs Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack

The main difference between the Oakley Kitchen Sink Backpack and the Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack is that the Kitchen Sink Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable sternum strap) while the Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack does not.

Oakley Kitchen Sink Backpack
Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Oakley Columbia
Name Kitchen Sink Backpack Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Daypack Daypack
Capacity (L) 34L 16L
Dimensions (in) 20 x 14 x 8 7 x 9.88 x 17
Weight (lb) 2.2 0.7lb 0.7oz
Fabric 69% Nylon and 31% Polyester 100% Polyester with PU coating
Color Black, Black-Red, Stealth Black Ancient Fossil/Cordovan
Warranty Oakley 1 Year Warranty
Rating 4.7
Price Under $225 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable mesh–lined and padded shoulder straps with 2 pockets J-shape - Adjustable contoured padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded hip belt with adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access with flap Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 front, 1 top, 1 bottom and 2 side zipped pockets Bungee storage for wet/dirty gear, two water bottle pockets, 1 top zipped pocket
Internal Compartments Multi-pockets in the front and main compartments Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories 2 mesh side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Metal carry handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Lightweight metal loops on front panel and daisy chains
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve that fits up to 17" and can be accessed on side exterior Padded; fits up to 13" laptop
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Base / Bottom Abrasion resistant bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Compression-molded back panel Foam padded back
Ventilated Back Ventilated back design
Hip Belt Pockets 4 hip belt pockets
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Metal clasps and shackle on front panel
Hidden Pocket Anti-theft back-side pocket
Gym / Sports Features Shoe Compartment Bottom shoe compartment

You're currently comparing the Kitchen Sink Backpack by Oakley against the Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack by Columbia.


Oakley 's Kitchen Sink Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features while Columbia's Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features.

The Oakley Kitchen Sink Backpack has a capacity of 34L (liters), weighs 2.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20 x 14 x 8. It's made of 69% Nylon and 31% Polyester and is available in Black, Black-Red, Stealth Black in comparison the Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack's capacity is 16L with a size of 7 x 9.88 x 17 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester with PU coating it weighs 0.7lb 0.7oz pounds and is available in Ancient Fossil/Cordovan.