The main difference between the Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 and the Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack is that the Farpoint Trek 55 has Internal Compartments (Internal front flap zippered mesh pocket) while the Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Columbia |
Name | Farpoint Trek 55 | Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 55L | 55L | |
Dimensions (in) | 25 x 13 x 12 | 14 x 8.5 x 23 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.9 | ||
Fabric | 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop | 100% Nylon | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | 2 Colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 18, 2010 | ||
Rating | 4.8 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Techlite adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belts | Hip belt | |
Zippers | YKK water resistant zipper | ||
Main Compartment Access | Large panel zip access | Rolltop access | |
External Pockets | Heat-embossed scratch-free zippered slash pocket, detachable daypack | 6 external pockets and 2 side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Internal front flap zippered mesh pocket | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Padded top and side handles | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | Gear loops | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Lockable laptop and tablet compartment | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Internal and external compression straps | |
Stowable Straps | Stowaway backpanel, harness and hipbelt with zippered rear flap | ||
Rear Loading Straps | Yes | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Smooth mesh covered atilon foam back panel | Backdraft tensioned back panel |
Rain Cover | Integrated pack rain fly | ||
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal 3.5mm lightWire peripheral frame | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable sliders on main compartment zipper | |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Osprey 's Farpoint Trek 55 is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while Columbia 's Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.
The Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 has a capacity of 55L (liters), weighs 3.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 25 x 13 x 12. It's made of 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 14 x 8.5 x 23 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs pounds and is available in 2 Colors and patterns.
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