The main difference between the Osprey Farpoint 40 Carry On Backpack and the Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack is that the Farpoint 40 Carry On Backpack has Laptop Sleeve (Lockable, padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15") while the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Osprey |
Name | Farpoint 40 Carry On Backpack | Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack | |
Category | Carry On | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Travel | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | 20L | |
Dimensions (in) | 21 x 14 x 9 | 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.17 | 1.9 | |
Fabric | 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop | 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb | |
Color | 3 colors and patterns | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | June 7, 2015 | December 28, 2018 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.9 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Bike-specific wing shaped shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable hip belts | Airmesh wrap hipbelt with pockets | |
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 front mesh pockets, 1 top, front, and bottom zipped pockets | Front stretch mesh pocket, scratch-free top slash pocket, and 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Front mesh pockets can fit water bottle | Yes | |
Handles | Padded top and side handles | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | LidLock helmet carry, light loop attachment | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Lockable, padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" | |
Tablet Sleeve | Lockable, padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Zippered tool organization pocket | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | 44 linear inches carry on size compliant | |
Compression Straps | Internal and external compression straps | External compression straps | |
Stowable Straps | Stowaway back panel, harness and hipbelt with zippered rear flap for protection | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | AirSpeed backpanel | |
Rain Cover | Integrated removable high-visibility raincover | ||
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable zipper head | |
Gym / Sports Features | Shoe Compartment | Bottom shoe compartment | |
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Includes Osprey Hydraulics® LT 2.5L reservoir | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Osprey 's Farpoint 40 Carry On Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while Osprey 's Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features.
The Osprey Farpoint 40 Carry On Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 3.17 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21 x 14 x 9. It's made of 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6 inches. Constructed from 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb it weighs 1.9 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.
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