The main difference between the Osprey Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack and the Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack is that the Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack has Stowable Straps (Removable webbing hipbelt) while the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Osprey |
Name | Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack | Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 20L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18.9 x 10.83 x 10.83 | 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.6 | 1.9 | |
Fabric | 100D Nylon Mini Diamond Shadow | 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb | |
Color | 5 colors and patterns | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 2, 2012 | December 28, 2018 | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.9 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps | Bike-specific wing shaped shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle | Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable webbing hipbelt | Airmesh wrap hipbelt with pockets | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Scratch resistant organization pocket and 2 side pockets | Front stretch mesh pocket, scratch-free top slash pocket, and 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Trekking pole attachment | LidLock helmet carry, light loop attachment | |
Business & School Features | Organizer Pocket | Zippered tool organization pocket | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | External compression straps |
Stowable Straps | Removable webbing hipbelt | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ventilated AirSpeed backpanel | AirSpeed backpanel |
Rain Cover | Integrated raincover | Integrated removable high-visibility raincover | |
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | LightWire internal frame | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L hydration reservoir | Includes Osprey Hydraulics® LT 2.5L reservoir |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Osprey 's Hikelite 26 Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features while Osprey 's Syncro 20 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 Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6 inches. Constructed from 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb it weighs 1.9 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.
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