Osprey Kamber 42 Ski Backpack vs Thule Upslope 20L Backpack

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.

Osprey Kamber 42 Ski Backpack F View
Thule Upslope 20L Backpack
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

You're currently comparing the Kamber 42 Ski Backpack by Osprey against the Upslope 20L Backpack by Thule .


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.