The main difference between the Osprey Kamber 42 Ski Backpack and the Thule Upslope 20L Backpack is that the Kamber 42 Ski Backpack has Zippers (Glove friendly zipper pulls and buckles ) while the Upslope 20L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Thule |
Name | Kamber 42 Ski Backpack | Upslope 20L Backpack | |
Category | Sports | Sports | |
Sub Category | Ski | Ski | |
Capacity (L) | 42L | 20L | |
Dimensions (in) | 27 x 12 x 12 | 13 x 11 x 21.3 | |
Weight (lb) | 4.1 | 1.7 | |
Fabric | 420HD Nylon Packcloth | 420D Nylon | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | Thule Guarantee | |
Release Date | July 7, 2016 | November 27, 2020 | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.4 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Adjustable shoulder straps with insulated hydration hose sleeve |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with emergency whistle | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Webbing hip belt with pockets | Adjustable waist strap | |
Zippers | Glove friendly zipper pulls and buckles | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top load and back zipped access | Top and side zipped access | |
External Pockets | Zippered top pocket, goggle pocket, avalanche safety kit pocket | Zipped side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Internal wet/dry compartment and hydration sleeve | Internal hydration sleeve | |
Side Pockets | Side pocket can fit goggles, sunglasses or gloves | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Under-lid rope-carry system, tuckaway ice tool loops, integrated ski/helmet storage | Lash points for helmet, ski and board carry system, ice axe loop | |
Business & School Features | Organizer Pocket | Internal organization pocket | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | Internal and external compression straps |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Compression molded backpanel with snow-shedding properties | Padded back panel |
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L hydration reservoir | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Osprey 's Kamber 42 Ski Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski features while Thule 's Upslope 20L Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski 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 Thule Upslope 20L Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 13 x 11 x 21.3 inches. Constructed from 420D Nylon it weighs 1.7 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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