The main difference between the Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack and the Osprey Raptor 14 Men's Hydration Backpack is that the Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories) while the Raptor 14 Men's Hydration Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Osprey |
Name | Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack | Raptor 14 Men's Hydration Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Men's | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Hydration | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 14L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18.9 x 10.83 x 10.83 | 18.9 x 8.7 x 9.8 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.6 | 1.8 | |
Fabric | 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow | 210D Nylon Dobby | |
Color | 5 colors and patterns | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 2, 2012 | May 3, 2021 | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps | Bike-specific shape harness |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle | Lightweight sternum strap magnet | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable webbing hipbelt | Stretch mesh zippered hipbelt pockets | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Scratch resistant organization pocket and 2 side pockets | Stretch mesh front pocket, front zippered stash pocket, and scratch-free, heat-embossed zippered slash pocket | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | No | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Trekking pole attachment | LidLock bike helmet attachment, blink light loop attachment | |
Business & School Features | Organizer Pocket | Bike tool organization in main compartment | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | External compression straps |
Stowable Straps | Removable webbing hipbelt | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ventilated AirSpeed backpanel | Countouring AirScape backpanel |
Rain Cover | Integrated raincover | ||
Internal / External Frame | LightWire internal frame | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L hydration reservoir | Included Osprey Hydraulics® LT 2.5L reservoir by Hydrapak |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Osprey 's Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features while Osprey 's Raptor 14 Men's Hydration Backpack is a Men's backpack with Hydration 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 Osprey Raptor 14 Men's Hydration Backpack's capacity is 14L with a size of 18.9 x 8.7 x 9.8 inches. Constructed from 210D Nylon Dobby it weighs 1.8 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.
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