Oakley Kitchen Sink Backpack vs Venture Pal 40L Packable Hiking Daypack

The main difference between the Oakley Kitchen Sink Backpack and the Venture Pal 40L Packable Hiking Daypack is that the Kitchen Sink Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Padded hip belt with adjustable waist strap) while the 40L Packable Hiking Daypack does not.

Oakley Kitchen Sink Backpack
Venture Pal 40L Hiking Daypack Front View
Specs Brand Oakley Venture Pal
Name Kitchen Sink Backpack 40L Packable Hiking Daypack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Daypack Daypack
Capacity (L) 34L 40L
Dimensions (in) 20 x 14 x 8 12.5 x 6.3 x 19.3
Weight (lb) 2.2 0.7
Fabric 69% Nylon and 31% Polyester Nylon
Color Black, Black-Red, Stealth Black 8 colors and patterns
Warranty Oakley 1 Year Warranty Venture Pal Lifetime Warranty
Release Date March 25, 2019
Rating 4.7 4.7
Price Under $225 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable mesh–lined and padded shoulder straps with 2 pockets Breathable mesh shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Chest clip with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded hip belt with adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material Water and tear resistant material
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access with flap Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 front, 1 top, 1 bottom and 2 side zipped pockets 1 front zipped pocket, 1 back zipped pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Multi-pockets in the front and main compartments Inner zipped pocket and wet pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Metal carry handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Lightweight metal loops on front panel and daisy chains D-rings, gear loops
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve that fits up to 17" and can be accessed on side exterior
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Packable / Foldable Folds down to 6.6 x 1.9 x 8.2 inch
Compression Straps External side compression straps
Base / Bottom Abrasion resistant bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Compression-molded back panel
Ventilated Back Ventilated back design
Hip Belt Pockets 4 hip belt pockets
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective accents
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Metal clasps and shackle on front panel
Hidden Pocket Anti-theft back-side pocket
Gym / Sports Features Waterproof Pouch Wet pocket in the main compartment
Shoe Compartment Bottom shoe compartment

You're currently comparing the Kitchen Sink Backpack by Oakley against the 40L Packable Hiking Daypack by Venture Pal.


Oakley 's Kitchen Sink Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features while Venture Pal's 40L Packable Hiking Daypack 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 Venture Pal 40L Packable Hiking Daypack's capacity is 40L with a size of 12.5 x 6.3 x 19.3 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 0.7 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.