The main difference between the Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack and the Osprey Soelden 32 Ski Backpack is that the Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack has Stowable Straps (Removable webbing hipbelt) while the Soelden 32 Ski Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Osprey |
Name | Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack | Soelden 32 Ski Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Sports | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Ski | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 32L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18.9 x 10.83 x 10.83 | 21.26 x 12.2 x 11.02 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.6 | 2.5 | |
Fabric | 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow | 210D High Tenacity Nylon Shadowbox PFC Free DWR | |
Color | 5 colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 2, 2012 | May 4, 2020 | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $175 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle | Adjustable sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable webbing hipbelt | Hipbelt with zipped pocket and gear loop | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Back zipped access | |
External Pockets | Scratch resistant organization pocket and 2 side pockets | Accessories/goggles stash pocket and zipped avalanche safety kit pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Internal buckle for hanging a reservoir, with dual harness sleeve tunnels for the reservoir hose and/or radio cord, side panel sleeves | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | Internal side sleeves can fit thermos or other accessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Trekking pole attachment | Stow-away helmet carry, ice tool carry sleeve and attachment point, ski and sled carry system | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | External compression straps |
Stowable Straps | Removable webbing hipbelt | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ventilated AirSpeed backpanel | |
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 | Yes |
Osprey 's Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features while Osprey 's Soelden 32 Ski Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski 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 Soelden 32 Ski Backpack's capacity is 32L with a size of 21.26 x 12.2 x 11.02 inches. Constructed from 210D High Tenacity Nylon Shadowbox PFC Free DWR it weighs 2.5 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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