The main difference between the Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack and the Osprey Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack is that the Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Removable webbing hipbelt) while the Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Osprey |
Name | Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack | Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 8L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18.9 x 10.83 x 10.83 | 18.5 x 8.5 x 6.9 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.6 | 1.2 | |
Fabric | 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow | 900x600D Polyester | |
Color | 5 colors and patterns | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 2, 2012 | December 5, 2018 | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle | Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable webbing hipbelt | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Full front zipped access | |
External Pockets | Scratch resistant organization pocket and 2 side pockets | Top zipped pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Internal scratch-free 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 helmet attachment, ;oop for blinky light attachment | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | External compression straps |
Stowable Straps | Removable webbing hipbelt | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ventilated AirSpeed backpanel | Mesh-covered extra deep ridged foam with center air channel |
Rain Cover | Integrated raincover | ||
Internal / External Frame | LightWire internal frame | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective accent | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L hydration reservoir | Includes 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 Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor 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 Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack's capacity is 8L with a size of 18.5 x 8.5 x 6.9 inches. Constructed from 900x600D Polyester it weighs 1.2 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.
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