Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack vs Osprey Soelden 32 Ski Backpack

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.

Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack Side View
Osprey Soelden 32 Ski Backpack
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

You're currently comparing the Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack by Osprey against the Soelden 32 Ski Backpack by Osprey .


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.