The main difference between the Osprey Kamber 42 Ski Backpack and the Osprey Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack is that the Kamber 42 Ski Backpack has Zippers (Glove friendly zipper pulls and buckles ) while the Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Osprey |
Name | Kamber 42 Ski Backpack | Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack | |
Category | Sports | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Ski | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 42L | 24L | |
Dimensions (in) | 27 x 12 x 12 | 22.0 x 14.2 x 11.8 | |
Weight (lb) | 4.1 | 2.9 | |
Fabric | 420HD Nylon Packcloth | 210D x 630D Nylon Dobby | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | Black, Green | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | July 7, 2016 | December 28, 2018 | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $175 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with emergency whistle | Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic closure and bite valve attachment | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Webbing hip belt with pockets | Padded hip belt | |
Zippers | Glove friendly zipper pulls and buckles | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top load and back zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Zippered top pocket, goggle pocket, avalanche safety kit pocket | 3 front pockets, 2 side pockets and 2 hip belt pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Internal wet/dry compartment and hydration sleeve | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Under-lid rope-carry system, tuckaway ice tool loops, integrated ski/helmet storage | Trekking pole attachment, ice tool loop with bungee tie off | |
Business & School Features | Organizer Pocket | Internal organization pocket | Front pocket with internal organization |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | External compression straps |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Compression molded backpanel with snow-shedding properties | Highly ventilated, 3D-tensioned open mesh AirSpeed backpanel |
Rain Cover | Integrated raincover | ||
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Adjustable harness system | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective accent | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L hydration reservoir | Includes 2.5L LT reservoir |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Osprey 's Kamber 42 Ski Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski features while Osprey 's Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features.
The Osprey Kamber 42 Ski Backpack has a capacity of 42L (liters), weighs 4.1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 27 x 12 x 12. It's made of 420HD Nylon Packcloth and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Osprey Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack's capacity is 24L with a size of 22.0 x 14.2 x 11.8 inches. Constructed from 210D x 630D Nylon Dobby it weighs 2.9 pounds and is available in Black, Green.
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