The main difference between the Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack and the Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack is that the Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle) while the Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Columbia |
Name | Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack | Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 16L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18.9 x 10.83 x 10.83 | 7 x 9.88 x 17 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.6 | 0.7lb 0.7oz | |
Fabric | 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow | 100% Polyester with PU coating | |
Color | 5 colors and patterns | Ancient Fossil/Cordovan | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | August 2, 2012 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps | J-shape - Adjustable contoured padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable webbing hipbelt | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Scratch resistant organization pocket and 2 side pockets | Bungee storage for wet/dirty gear, two water bottle pockets, 1 top zipped pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | 2 mesh side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Trekking pole attachment | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; fits up to 13" laptop | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Stowable Straps | Removable webbing hipbelt | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ventilated AirSpeed backpanel | Foam padded back |
Rain Cover | Integrated raincover | ||
Internal / External Frame | LightWire internal frame | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L hydration reservoir | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Osprey 's Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features while Columbia's Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features.
The Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 1.6 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18.9 x 10.83 x 10.83. It's made of 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow and is available in 5 colors and patterns 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.
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