Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 Backpack vs Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack

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.

Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 55 Frontview
Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack Front View
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

You're currently comparing the Farpoint Trek 55 by Osprey against the Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack by Columbia .


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.