The main difference between the Osprey Kamber 42 Ski Backpack and the Osprey Radial Bike Commute Backpack is that the Kamber 42 Ski Backpack has Zippers (Glove friendly zipper pulls and buckles ) while the Radial Bike Commute Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Osprey |
Name | Kamber 42 Ski Backpack | Radial Bike Commute Backpack | |
Category | Sports | Commuter | |
Sub Category | Ski | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 42L | 34L | |
Dimensions (in) | 27 x 12 x 12 | 20.49 x 13.79 x 11.82 | |
Weight (lb) | 4.1 | 3.3 | |
Fabric | 420HD Nylon Packcloth | 210D Nylon Dobby | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | July 7, 2016 | July 31, 2019 | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with emergency whistle | Adjustable sternum strap with safety whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Webbing hip belt with pockets | Webbing hipbelt | |
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 | Scratch-free zippered pocket and 2 side zipped pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Internal wet/dry compartment and hydration sleeve | Document sleeve and internal organization | |
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 | LidLock helmet carry, blinker light attachment | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" | |
Organizer Pocket | Internal organization pocket | Front organization pocket | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Compression molded backpanel with snow-shedding properties | Airspeed back panel |
Rain Cover | Built-in raincover | ||
Ventilated Back | Mesh-covered die-cut foam for ventilation | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective prints and zipper pulls | ||
Gym / Sports Features | Laundry Pocket | Separate compartment for dirty clothes or shoes | |
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L hydration reservoir | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Osprey 's Kamber 42 Ski Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski features while Osprey 's Radial Bike Commute Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday 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 Radial Bike Commute Backpack's capacity is 34L with a size of 20.49 x 13.79 x 11.82 inches. Constructed from 210D Nylon Dobby it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.